The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge is undoubtedly one of the UK's most accessible and fulfilling adventures. With it's start and finish in Horton-in-Ribblesdale, the route traverses three of Yorkshire's largest peaks:
Pen-y-Ghent (694m), Whernside (736m), and Ingleborough (723m). The deceptively simple objective is to complete this 24-mile journey in under 12 hours.

2 nights accommodation - a short drive from the the trail head in Horton
Transport - to and from the start/finish
Walk Leads - our walk leaders have over 10 years walking this route.
Safety & Support - full support throughout the event. First Aid qualified staff on the walk and in support vehicles. Food/water stops.

Small groups

The Yorkshire three peaks is popular for large charity groups with many operators bringing 100s of participants - this is not us!

We limit our three peaks challenges to 8 people maximum, this means we can provide a personalised guided service and use our knowledge of route, and ideal pace to complete the challenge but also enjoy the experience.

Preparation

Don't be fooled, the Yorkshire Three Peaks is popular but this is not an easy challenge.

Assuming you are otherwise healthy this challenge is achievable with preparation. If you have limited experience of hill walking we recommend you get some. A 24 mile walk on flat terrain would still mean a good few hours on your feet. Add over 5,000ft of climbing and the miles are the secondary issue.

We strongly recommend if you have no experience of hill walking, you consider joining one of our Introduction to Hill Walking weekends. We host these all through the summer from March, and weather permitting we head up Pen-Y-Ghent, the first of the three peaks.

Dates

September 14th: confirmed

This is our open public event. If you are looking to take on this challenge as part of a business, organisation or charity event. We can host specific events for up to 10 participants. Please contact us at info@space-outdoors.co.uk

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Accommodation is provided for 2 nights as follows:

Dalesbridge Campsite and Cabins

Austwick

Near Settle

LA2 8AZ

(Located on the A65 by Austwick)

Be aware we use bunkhouse accommodation within a shared accommodation. Please note sleeping arrangements are in a single room with up to 6 people. There is no facility for private accommodation.

No Accommodation option: If you would prefer to source your own accommodation or live locally please select 'No Accommodation' option at check-out.

You will need to bring appropriate clothes for a day on the hills. Be aware we often experience all seasons in one day. Walking boots are essential as are waterproofs (jacket and trousers)

We will provide a full kit list with your booking confirmation and we can provide advice about suitability of your kit and recommendations if your need to source anything.

Bring a change of clothes for evening in the base camp.

Travel to and from Austwick- Participants can make their own way to and from Dalesbridge Campsite or join our transport from Northampton.

Those making their own way please arrive at Dalesbridge by 6.30am on the Saturday.

Parking is available on site, we will provide transport to and from the event but you are welcome to drive to Horton.

Trains and Public Transport

The area is served by the famous Leeds-Settle-Carlysle railway with a station at Horton-in-Ribblesdale. Please contact us if you are planning to use public transport.

Typical Itinerary for the weekend

Friday

- Arrive late afternoon, early evening.

- Get to know each other and introduction to the weekend.

- Kit check to ensure we all have what we need for the following day.

- Dinner – either short drive to local pub or restaurant or food delivered in

Saturday

- Breakfast around 6:30am

- If you are not staying at the accommodation, please arrive for 6:30am

- We estimate the walk to take a maximum of 12 hours. An early start is necessary to maximise daylight hours.

- Transport to Horton-in-Ribblesdale will be provided but, Participants can use their own vehicles if they require. There is plenty of parking available at Horton-in-Ribblesdale.

- We aim to start walking by 8am to maximise the available daylight hours and arrive back in Horton by 8pm latest

- Return to base camp

- Dinner – either short drive to local pub or restaurant or food delivered in

Sunday

- Breakfast around 8am

- Check out time is 11am on Sunday

- End of event activity

Participation - is restricted to adults (over 18) only. All participants must be aware of the potential hazards of hill walking and outdoor activities. The route follows mixed terrain including hard packed trails, but large sections are uneven and are often slippery. The route includes sections of moderate climb with short sections where use of hands are required for balance. Decents are mostly moderate with some steep sections which require careful footing. All routes include alternative return routes, but these may still involve a considerable walk back to our support team.

This event may be subject to disruptions beyond our control that force some changes to the itinerary. The weather has the most significant influence. On an individual level, personal health and fitness and equipment (such as waterproofs and warm clothing) also have the potential to affect.

Before booking please read ESSENTIAL INFORMATION related to this event