3 Peaks Challenge
The 3 Peaks Challenge is a serious test of strength, stamina and determination where we aim to climb the 3 highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales, all in 24 hours! This is a tough event which consists of climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike & Mount Snowdon. We run this as a bespoke trip so please contact us for more information.
Action Challenge have been leading inspirational team adventures across the world for individuals, private groups, charities and corporate clients since 1999. Our trips enable people to experience the world’s most exhilarating locations, often in aid of charity. At the heart of every challenge is team spirit and fulfilment; together we take on once-in-a-lifetime adventures, achieve formidable goals and forge friendships for life.
+44 (0) 207 609 6695 www.actionchallenge.com [email protected] 3 Peaks Challenge
introduction
Our challenge begins in Fort William, Scotland, where we start with an assault 29 - 31 May 2015 on Ben Nevis, the highest of the 3 peaks at 1344m, before transferring across country to Scafell Pike in the Lake District. Here we use the last of the day’s light to guide us up to its summit at 978m. With weary legs and by torchlight, our final test of endurance and determination is to summit Mt. Snowdon, Wales Total cost: £449 at 1085m, and descend before clocking 24 hours. On completing the challenge we enjoy a well deserved celebration brunch with the rest of our team before £99 initial deposit returning back to London. Fundraising options available itinerary
DAY 1 - Weekday pre-event briefing in London. - Luxury Minibus support and experienced FRIDAY - Transfer to Fort William drivers - Friday pick up from Glasgow airport Midday - Meet at Glasgow Airport and transfer by bus to the Fort William area. On - Final event briefing in Fort William the arrival at our hotel/lodge accommodation we have a challenge briefing before night before you embark on the challenge enjoying a hearty welcome dinner. - 1 x group meal (pre-event evening) - 1 x night bed and breakfast (pre-event) DAY 2 - 1 x packed lunch SATURDAY - Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike - 1 x group meal (post-event brunch) - 5 litres of water per person 0700 After an early breakfast we begin our climb of Ben Nevis, Scotland (1344m). - 2 x first aid trained mountain leaders for 1200 + Depart Ben Nevis for Scafell Pike in The Lake District via mini-bus. each mountain 1800 + Start ascent of Scafell Pike - England’s highest peak (978m). - Return transport to Chester on the 2300 + Depart Scafell Pike for Snowdonia via mini-bus. Sunday
DAY 3
SUNDAY - Mount Snowdon You will be staying in a comfortable 3* hotel on the Friday night, where we will also 0230 + Start ascent of Mount Snowdon – the highest peak in Wales (1085m). enjoy a dinner together after the briefing. 0630 + Finish in the car park at the base of Snowdon. We have an early breakfast on Saturday 0900 + Enjoy a team celebration brunch before transferring to Chester train station morning before leaving the hotel to start for our onward journeys home. our challenge. We will provide a packed lunch for Saturday, however you will need to purchase your own dinner whilst on the Route details will be provided at the challenge briefing prior to departure. This itinerary event at a service station en route. Once is complicated and may be subject to change. All timings are approximate. the challenge is completed, we have a hearty brunch together to celebrate our achievements!
Climbing the 3 peaks is a tough endurance event - one which requires a vast amount of training. You will have to combat fatigue and tiring limbs as you battle through the challenge! The more comfortable you are with walking long distances for sustained periods the more comfortable you will be on the challenge.
+44 (0) 207 609 6695 www.actionchallenge.com [email protected]