SOLICITOR Kieran Hughes has just completed the most extreme obstacle course on the planet - and paid $550 for the pleasure.

Mr Hughes, who works for Pardoes criminal law team in Taunton, pushed himself to the limit in the World's Toughest Mudder in Las Vegas.

He was among 1,500 competitors who beat the pain in an event designed to test their stamina and fitness.

He warmed up for the challenge with a races in Cardiff and Clane in the fortnight before he flew out the America.

It was his third extreme race in one season - he had previously completed a tough mudder and Europe's Toughest Mudder - winning him the Holy Grail Award.

After catching his breath, Mr Hughes said: "This really was an awesome experience and one I don’t think I will ever forget."

His boss, Pardoes' managing partner Guy Adams, said: "As Kieran has demonstrated, our lawyers really don’t give up easily and relish a challenge.

"Whether it’s a challenging run or race or a complex legal case, our lawyers are committed to achieving a successful result."