We visit the three highest peaks in Yorkshire. Pen-y-Ghent at 691m, Whernside at 728m and finally Ingleborough at 723m. The total distance walked is 37.5km/24 miles and 5,361ft/1643m of ascent), with the aim of completing this in less than 12 hours.This is a 12 hour walking challenge and therefore is a long and physically demanding walk with good navigational skills required on some sections in poor visibility. You will need good advanced planning and the right skills to achieve this challenge within the time allowed. Bags of determination and months of training too. These are not the highest of the peaks in the UK but they can be pretty hostile in poor weather. The total distance walked is 37.5km/24 miles and 5,361ft/1634m of ascent.
| EVENT DATES | Other Dates available on request. | |||
| EVENT CONTENT | Basic Navigation Skills, Mountain Weather forecasting, Sweat, effort, grit and bags of determination. Hazards and the avoidance of Local and Historical knowledge of the area |
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| LOCATION | Ribblehead or Chapel le Dale – Yorkshire Dales | |||
| DEPARTURE TIME | 6:15 AM for a prompt departure at 6:30 AM. | |||
| RETURN TIME | Approximately 6:30 PM. | |||
| KIT LIST | Walking Kit List – Download PDF | |||
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| PRE-REQUISITES | A General level of fitness. Ideally, preparation training should start at least 3 months prior to the event. However, we appreciate that everyone is different and some people are fitter than others. It does need preparation and the right mental attitude. Ability to walk for 12 hrs non-stop, carrying a small rucksack is key. |
This is a 12 hour walking challenge and therefore is a long and physically demanding walk with good navigational skills required on some sections in poor visibility. You will need good advanced planning and the right skills to achieve this challenge within the time allowed. These are not the highest of the peaks in the UK but they can be pretty hostile in poor weather.
The walking is over a variety of terrains, and includes some of the most rugged and spectacular countryside in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Even though the challenge is mainly on paths which have been improved immensely over recent years, certain sections can still be very boggy and energy sapping.
We at Saaig Outdoors can help you in every area from talking you though the physical training you will need to the practical elements such as:
Where can I stay locally?
What food should I take with me?
What route do you take?
Where can you get the best pint after a 12 hr walk!
Example Itinerary, the day of your event needs to be booked with us.
Friday Evening
Saturday 05:30
Saturday 06:30
Saturday 11:00
Saturday 15:00
Saturday 18:30
Saturday 20:00
Sunday
