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The history of the walks so far in words and pictures
Complete details of the totals raised from our Walkers and Corporate Sponsors
The ups, the downs, and all the bits in between
Preparation, Hints & Tips
Handy tips and sound advice for tackling those peaks.
Some interesting features associated with our walks
All the other bits we couldn’t fit in anywhere else
Three
Peaks
Challenge
Copyright © 2003 to 2008
G. Mitchell and P. N. Lynskey
www.threepeakschallenge.com
The ThreePeaksChallenge.com Walk is a fund raising walk across the peaks of Pen-y-ghent Whernside and Ingleborough in the Yorkshire Dales, and other locations in support of the Dave Owens and Frank Goodall Memorial Fund
http://www.threepeakschallenge.com
Details about the next Three Peaks Challenge Walk
When : Saturday 21st June 2008.
Where : Baslow - The Chatsworth Challenge Walk
The Three Peaks Challenge goes ‘On Tour’ again for 2008. Now firmly established as a favourite with our walkers the Three Peaks Challenge organisers are taking the walk ‘on tour’ again to the peaks of Derbyshire.
Website: http://www.threepeakschallenge.com : Copyright © G. Mitchell and P. N. Lynskey
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Next Three Peaks Challenge Walk
Summary information about the next Walk
There are two walks available to participants. These are :-
Walk 1 : 22 Miles
Walk 2 : 08 Miles
22 Mile Walk : Approximately 7.5 to 10.5 hours for an average walker
08 Mile Walk : Approximately 2.5 to 4.0 hours for an average walker
The Village Green in Baslow, Derbyshire.
Both walks start and finish at this same point.
22 Mile Walk : 06:00 hrs prompt
08 Mile Walk : 11:15 hrs prompt
£ 5.00
This does not apply to anyone under the age of 16 on the day of the walk.
There is a mandatory check-in procedure and walkers should arrive no later than 20 minutes prior to the start time of the walk.
Baslow - Chatsworth Challenge Walk
Although our traditional event is walking the three peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside & Ingleborough in the Yorkshire Dales, we decided in 2007 to go 'on tour' and take the walk to the beautiful countryside around Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. The event was a great success and the decision was taken to return to Derbyshire again this year.
There are two circular walks in the one event … a 22 mile walk for the fit and adventurous, and a less strenuous 8 mile walk. Both walks start and finish in Baslow which has hotels, B&Bs and campsites close, and we very often have parties who travel and stay over.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Walkers should arrive no later than 20 minutes prior to the
advertised start time of any of our walks
To find Baslow on the map just look to the left of Chesterfield which is off junction 29 of the M1. It is not a race, and there are no winners or losers. The two walks are designed to provide a walking day out for everybody, with participants free to choose either of the walks which they feel is most personally suitable. Your ‘Challenge’ is to turn up, have a good day out walking with friends and family, and raise funds for less fortunate cancer sufferers!
General Notes about all Three Peaks Challenge Walks
Checkpoints and retirement
There are checkpoints along the route, and we ask that every walker checks in at each of the stations, and also at the last home registration checkpoint so that we know all walkers have safely completed the course.
Footwear, equipment and maps
Walkers should wear appropriate clothing and suitable footwear. We advise not to wear new socks or boots for the first time on the walk, and remember to bring plasters in case of blisters. Make up a checklist of equipment for yourself, and include waterproof clothing, extra pullovers or a fleece, sun cream, sunglasses, hat, mobile phone etc. And lastly... don’t forget the camera !!
More information about what equipment to take on the walk >>
Three Peaks Challenge Walking Guide
A steady walk : You don’t need to be an experienced walker, but you should be healthy and fit enough to be able to walk the distance.
A long walk : You should have basic experience of hiking long distances. Use of a map and compass is an advantage but not essential. Walkers should have a good level of fitness.
A challenging walk : For experienced and regular walkers. Training is strongly advised before the walk and you should have a good level of health and fitness.
