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This wonderful fundraising event is the perfect event for seasoned and newbie hikers alike. Walk one of 3 distances in support of Walking With the Wounded, experience a memorable team-building weekend in the Lake District, and enjoy the festivities after a long days walk.
The Peak, The Tough and The Tougher
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Sat 11th Sep 2021
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Grasmere, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SL, UK
Start times
Sat 11th Sep 2021
The Peak:
6:30am | The Tough:
6:30am | The Tougher:
6:30am Event summary
Here are the distances available for Cumbrian Challenge
The Peak
10km
The Tough
25km
The Tougher
32km
Route information
There are three routes catering for every ability from the ‘Peak’, for those new to the fells or carrying a little Christmas excess, to our traditional ‘Tough’ and ‘Tougher’ for the fitter, more confident teams keen on a big day in the beautiful fells.
You’ll face an early start, enjoy a magical, if stretching, walk out onto the fells and be back in time for an evening of music and a slap-up feed with your teammates and new friends, alongside our inspirational beneficiaries. If you haven’t signed up already, join us for a fun and challenging weekend.
Participants will be given maps at registration on Friday night with checkpoints on to navigate between. It’s a challenge. So yes, you will have to map read.
THE PEAK:
3 peaks
10k
600m ascent
4-10 hrs (depending on fitness)
10k
600m ascent
4-10 hrs (depending on fitness)
Perfect for participants with no experience in the hills and wanting to climb their first Lake District peak and/or first Wainwright. It will be (relatively) gentle, it will incorporate a peak (and tick off two more as you walk along the tops) and you’ll have all day to do it. A fantastic first taste of the fells, this would be the perfect route for everyone to take part in.
THE TOUGH:
6 peaks
25k
1150m ascent
5-10 hrs (depending on fitness)
25k
1150m ascent
5-10 hrs (depending on fitness)
A big day in the hills for teams with a reasonable level of fitness, broken in boots and appetite to get up high and experience the best the Lake District has to offer, taking in several high peaks before heading back into Grasmere for well-deserved tea and medals.
THE TOUGHER:
9 peaks
32k
1650m ascent
6-11 hrs (depending on fitness)
32k
1650m ascent
6-11 hrs (depending on fitness)
The big one. This is a tough day. A long day. A rewarding day which will need teamwork to get through it. You’ll need to hang on to the inspiration of seeing teams of our beneficiaries (marked out with different coloured event t-shirts) digging in and getting on. There are cutoff times and teams which miss them will be politely turned around onto escape routes or the other courses to ensure your safety and enjoyment.
The route will take on numerous peaks and introduce you to a range of stunning vistas across the fells before plunging back to the finish to swap excited tales with friends new and old, and celebrate a newfound appreciation of your team.
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There will be marshals at key points on the route, as well as medical staff, but the route is not marked/guided.
What's included
- Technical t-shirts
- On-course marshals & medical support
- Safety briefing & event maps
How to get there
Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SL, UK
Get full directionsFull Address: Grasmere Sportsground, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9SL
Event day logistics
There is a compulsory safety briefing, with dinner, at registration on the Friday night. These will be held every 45 minutes from 4pm to 9:30pm.
You will need to use the event maps provided on Friday night – particularly in bad weather.
FOOD:
Due to the nature of this challenge, plenty of small snacks are advisable, allowing food to be eaten on the go or during short breaks. Good snacks are:
Nuts and dried fruit – good for slow energy release
Sweets and chocolate – good for instant energy
Flapjack – filling and slow energy release
Sweets and chocolate – good for instant energy
Flapjack – filling and slow energy release
It's personal preference but a good mix of slow energy and fast energy release foods with carbohydrates will keep you going.
DRINK:
Water is ideal for keeping hydrated. If you prefer to have flavour in your water, you can add squash but it's classed as a mild diuretic and therefore you are likely to need the toilet more often.
Caffeine-based liquids such as tea and coffee are also seen as mild diuretics so the same applies; definitely worth taking into consideration for a long day on the hill!
Energy drinks such as Mountain Fuel (long-term supporters of WWTW) can make a difference but make sure you try them out in advance to see that it works for you.
WEATHER FORECAST:
The best weather forecasts for the Lake District which shows you how cold it can be on the mountain tops, the effect of the wind and the chance of cloud-free summits, are the Met Office's mountain forecast and the Mountain Weather Information Service.
CAMPING:
Further build your team experience by camping on site and share your stories with friends new and old over dinner and drinks on both Friday and Saturday night before walking yards to your tent.
Points to note:
- Price is per person (not tent) and covers Friday & Saturday nights
- Gates open from 4pm Friday and campers can stay until 11am Sunday
- Bring your own tent or camper van
- Hot showers and toilets provided
FAQs
Is there an age restriction for the Cumbrian Challenge?
Yes, 18 years+ only.
Are dogs allowed on the course at the Cumbrian Challenge?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Can I camp at the Cumbrian Challenge?
Yes, at a cost of £25 per person for the weekend. Follow the prompt when registering your team.
How does the fundraising work for the Cumbrian Challenge?
Each team (of 3 or 4) is challenged to raise £2k to support a veteran from social isolation back into society. You'll be amazed what you can achieve as a team.
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