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First Aired: 20121 Season

Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief

Series Overview

Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton makes an epic 500-mile journey to the South Pole by kite, by ski and - in a world first - by bike, to raise awareness for Sport Relief.

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 9 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

2012 – 2012

Premiered: Mon, Jan 23, 2012

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Mar 19, 2012

Season 1, Episode 9: “Episode 9”

On 22 January 2012, Blue Peter's Helen Skelton completed an epic 500-mile trek to the South Pole for Sport Relief, using three modes of transport: kite skiing, cross country skis, and - in a world first - by bike. This is the story of how she made that gruelling journey, experiencing temperatures twice below that of a household fridge freezer. As well as dealing with temperatures of -36 degrees, she had to battle with blisters, not washing for weeks on end, and a cough that threatened to give her pneumonia.

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Helen Skelton Completes Polar Challenge | Sport Relief 2012

Type: Clip • Published 2012-01-23

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What is Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief about?

Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton makes an epic 500-mile journey to the South Pole by kite, by ski and - in a world first - by bike, to raise awareness for Sport Relief.

How many seasons does Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief have?

Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief?

Key cast members in Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief include Helen Skelton.

Who created or directed Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief?

Helen's Polar Challenge for Sport Relief was developed and directed by Not specified.