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Climb the 3 Peaks to support Village Aid 5-6th July

You can do it! Village aid challenges you to scale Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in less than 24 hours. To join in contact Jo@villageaid.org or sponsor our fit friends at www.justgiving.com/villageaid3peakschallenge

The event kicks off in the Scottish Highlands at Fort William on Saturday afternoon, when you and your team of 4-6 walkers will take on the first of the mighty three mountains – Ben Nevis measuring 1,334m.

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An early-morning ascent is scheduled to tackle Scafell Pike, standing at 978m. With tired muscles, it’s time to summon all your strength and scale the last of the highest peaks in this challenge – Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales at 1,085m, on Sunday afternoon.

An image of Scafell Pike in the Lake District

The Three Peaks Challenge is a classic mountain adventure that will leave you recounting tales of your achievement for months to come!

By participating in the Three Peaks Challenge you’ll be helping Village Aid fund partners who are improving the lives and livelihoods of poor communities in West Africa.

This is your chance to enjoy a challenging experience and make a difference to the lives of poor people around the world, whatever their race or faith. To take part just register for £50, and agree to raise a minimum sponsorship of £500 to join the Village Aid team.

Ben Nevis 1,334m

Guide time: 5 hours 30 minutes

The Village Aid Three Peaks Challenge will begin in Glen Nevis at the Ben Nevis Visitors’ Centre. The ascent of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK starts at 4pm.

Scafell Pike 978m

Guide time: 4 hours 30 minutes

Scafell Pike in the Lake District – the highest mountain in England – is a formidable mountain. In our challenge you will ascend from the Seathwaite side.

The total average time for this mountain will be four and a half hours. Great team spirit will see you through to the last peak in north Wales.

Snowdon 1,085m

Guide time: 4 hours

The final peak is the culmination of months of hard work and dedication. You will ascend and descend via the Llanberis Path, which broadly parallels the Snowdon Mountain Railway.

A minimum of two drivers are required who will also be acting as a support crew providing energy-boosting refreshments and encouragement. They will be acting as a vital role in guaranteeing your success.

Charity Challenge

  • A total walking time of 14 hours
  • A total driving time of 10 hours
  • A total 24 hours challenge
16.00 Start ascent of Ben Nevis
21.30 Return to support crew for refreshments and change of clothes
  Travel to the Lake District and Scafell Pike
04:00 Start the ascent of the highest mountain in England
08.30 Return to support crew for refreshments and change of clothes
  Travel to Snowdonia
12.00 Start ascent of Snowdon
16.00 Challenge completed!!
  Celebratory meal and drink and stop over in Snowdonia
Page last edited/created on: Sunday, 15th June, 2008