The broadcaster started bright and early this morning in Welshpool and made his way south through the county today, visiting many Powys towns on the fourth day of an epic fundraising challenge for BBC Children in Need.

His challenge across all four UK nations covers 400 miles in what is the longest distance ever attempted in a Radio 2 fundraising challenge.

After going through Newtown and Llandrindod Wells, Owain reached Builth Wells where he stopped at the Royal Welsh Showground and was surprised by broadcaster, TV personality, and his close personal friend, Carol Vorderman who surprised him with a visit and announced his fundraising total at the time of almost £1.8 million.

Once proceeding with the route, he made his way through Boughrood, Llyswen and Bronllys before rolling through Talgarth at approximately 4:12pm, where he received a warm welcome by the large group who gathered to cheer him on with Pudsey flags and banners.

As he waved to the crowd, the presenter could be heard saying: “Thank you guys!”

Owain Wyn Evans Children in Need in Talgarth
Owain was met with loud cheers and applause. (Joe Corrick B&R)

He will now head to Crickhowell, and the Tumble as he finishes in Blaenavon later tonight.

BBC star Owain Wyn Evans is cycling through Brecon and Radnorshire as part of his epic Children in Need challenge
BBC star Owain Wyn Evans has cycled through Brecon and Radnorshire as part of his epic Children in Need challenge (Photo via BBC/Children in Need)

Owain finishes his challenge tomorrow in central Cardiff. Owain’s progress can be followed via a live tracker.

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