THE YORKSHIRE THREE PEAKS
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THE YORKSHIRE THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE is one of the UK's most rewarding single day challenges ... a day where you get to enjoy the spectacular scenery of The Yorkshire Dales National Park.
SUNDAY 31 MARCH 2024 sees us bring you another opportunity to complete The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge. For a number of years, we have chosen the Sunday the clocks go forward for our annual 'pilgrimage' to The Yorkshire Three Peaks; Spring is in the air!
THE THREE PEAKS OF PEN-Y-GHENT (694 m / 2,277 ft), Whernside (736 m / 2,415 ft) and Ingleborough (723 m / 2,372 ft) are among the best-known hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, having collectively featured on the TV programme 'Seven Natural Wonders' as one of the wonders of Yorkshire. The peaks, which form part of the Pennine range, encircle the heads of the valleys of the River Ribble and of Chapel-le-Dale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
THE YORKSHIRE THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE is to walk the three peaks in under 12 hours; the total walking distance is 24.5 miles (39.2 kms), and includes 5,200ft (1,585m) of ascent and descent. The Challenge is within the reach of most active people with reasonable levels of fitness, requiring you to keep walking at a comfortable speed of around 2.5 miles per hour (4km/h); this means you should be able to talk without getting out of breath.
YOU WILL BE REWARDED with stunning views over vast areas of Yorkshire and out to the Lake District and the coast. You'll see classic country features of limestone pavements, with their own little micro-habitats for plants, as well as sink holes and pots. Throughout the day, one or other of the peaks is in view, with their distinctive steep craggy tops where gritstone edges sit atop the underlying limestone.
MOST GROUPS DO THIS WALK ON A SATURDAY which means the route can be an almost non-stop line of walkers wearing the brightly-coloured T-shirt of whichever charity they are supporting. Whilst the causes are worthy, the over-crowding can detract from the enjoyment of the walk. You will be in a group of no more than fifteen people, rather than the mass groups numbering up to three figures giving you much more opportunity to get to know one another and share the experience.
THE DETAIL … a non-refundable single payment of £25:00 payable via UK bank transfer (or £27:50 payable via PayPal to take into account their fees) will secure your place on our Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.
THE PROGRAMME
SATURDAY 30 MARCH 2024
Arrive at Holme Farm Campsite, Horton-in-Ribblesdale
Pitch tent (if you prefer, guest house option; see below)
Meet others joining The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
Evening drinks and dinner (not included in cost)
SUNDAY 31 MARCH 2024
Early morning rise, shower and breakfast (bring your own)
Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge briefing
The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge start time 06:00 hrs
Please bring your own refreshments (food / water) for the walk
Target Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge finish time 18:00 hrs
Celebratory drink (not included in cost)
Travel home immediately afterwards
ACCOMMODATION … the trip is organised around camping at Holme Farm Campsite, Horton-in-Ribblesdale. However, should you prefer, you can make your own arrangements to stay in one of the many local guest houses. If you choose to stay in a guest house, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are on time at the start point of the walk; the group will NOT wait for late arrivals.
DINNER SATURDAY 30 MARCH 2024 … after pitching tents, the group normally adjourns for an excellent dinner at The Station Inn at Ribblehead, set in the shadow of the imposing Ribblehead Viaduct. Please note dinner is not included in the trip price.
PLEASE NOTE … travel to and from Horton-in-Ribblesdale is NOT included, leaving you free to make your own travel arrangements (please message me if you would like to know where others are travelling from to share costs). All meals, drinks and personal spending money are also not included.
SURPLUS FUNDS … any surplus funds from the joining fee of £25:00 will be applied to my Ukraine project work; you can read more about this at:
MANDATORY ITEMS - Insurance, walking boots above the ankle, waterproofs and head-torch are mandatory. You will also be required to complete a Personal Declaration; this and a kit list will be sent to you.
DISCLAIMER - Whilst it is our intention to adhere to the route described, it may be necessary or desirable to make alterations. Please familiarise yourself with the Group’s 'Terms and Disclaimer’.
COVID-19 safety measures
THE YORKSHIRE THREE PEAKS