Blue Force club members have a passion for preserving and running vintage and modern Fordson, Ford and New Holland marque tractors. Phil Gibson, chairman of Blue Force, and Peter Plehov, club treasurer, have driven a route around the coast of mainland UK & Ireland, stopping at several points on route including Bournemouth, Galway and Edinburgh.

Each tractor has towed a shepherd's hut, built by Phil and Peter. One hut for sleeping accommodation and the other for fuel, oil and supplies.

Andrew Watson, Business Director, New Holland UK and Ireland, said: “We have always had a close relationship with the Blue Force Club so we were delighted to assist Peter and Phil when we heard about their challenge. We have been following their progress and are excited to welcome them back to the factory at Basildon having completed their fantastic journey.”

Phil Gibson said: “I have been overwhelmed by the tremendous support from New Holland, without them we would not have done any of this.”