Two Malton RAF Air Cadets have completed their Gold Expedition for the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, involving a trek of more than 50 miles (80 kilometres).

Sergeant Amelia Forrester and Flight Sergeant Louis Camps completed the feat in four days, with a day of rain and wind to cap the expedition.

The pair, from 1323 (Ryedale) Squadron, had previously undertaken a practice expedition on the North Yorkshire Moors in late June.

Their journey began at Redmire, near Leyburn, and continued via Hardraw, Hawes, Buckden, Kettlewell, and Malham before finishing on the hills above Kettlewell.

The pair took time to take in the sights of Aysgarth Falls and Malham Cove.

The Gold team at Janet's Foss, near MalhamThe Gold team at Janet's Foss, near Malham (Image: Supplied)

They carried all their equipment and food for the four days, with the load becoming lighter each day.

Miss Forrester and Mr Camps said: "The expedition was challenging but very rewarding, and we would encourage all young people to get involved with the award – we have gained fantastic skills and had a great experience!"

Flight Lieutenant Charlotte Bridges, the Regional Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Officer, who led both the practice and qualifying expeditions, said: "The cadets worked hard to prepare for the expeditions, planning their routes and kit.

"They encountered all weathers during their expedition but worked together to ensure the whole team completed the expeditions.

"Once they have completed all four sections of the award, they will be eligible to attend a ceremony and garden party at Buckingham Palace to receive their certificates and badges, which I know they will be looking forward to."

There was additional cause for celebration at the end of the expedition for Mr Camps, who received his A Level results: an A and two Bs in Politics, Maths, and Physics.