National Three Peaks Challenge (for North Devon Hospice) - 12th & 13th July 24
Peaks and Trails are delighted to be putting on this particular event for those who have already registered their place with the North Devon Hospice (and for those who intend to) after agreeing to raise their minimum sponsorship of £500.
The National Three Peaks Challenge is an event in which participants attempt to climb the highest mountains of England, Scotland and Wales within 24 hours, including driving time between the three mountains.
Walkers climb each peak in turn, and are driven from the foot of one mountain to the next.
The total walking distance is 23 miles (37km) and the total ascent is 3064 metres (10,052ft) - twice the ascent of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, over a similar total walking distance. The total driving distance is 462 miles.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
One night accommodation in Fort William on Thursday 11th July. (Breakfast is not included).
Mountain Leader.
Drivers.
Official medal.
Training - walkers must attend two organised training days in the lead up to the challenge. These will take place on Dartmoor and the Brecon Beacons. This training is compulsory, walkers will not be allowed to participate unless they have attended both days. The cost for each training day is £10pp and will be on a car share basis.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
All food and snacks.
Personal kit and clothing. Goretex waterproof jacket / trousers and sturdy waterproof boots are compulsory.
50% deposits are non refundable from the time of booking.
ITINERARY
Thursday 11th July:
05:00 - Depart Barnstaple for Fort William in Scotland
18:00 - Check into accommodation
19:00 - Evening meal
Friday 12th July:
05:00 - Start Ben Nevis
11:00 - Travel to The Lake District
17:00 - Start Scafell Pike
21:00 - Travel to Snowdonia
Saturday 13th July:
02:00 - Start Snowdon
04:30 - Complete challenge
Present medals
Return home at approx 16:00 on Saturday
All timings are approximate and may be changed on the day.
SEE YOU ON THE MOUNTAINS!