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3 Peaks Test Day Surrey Hills
Trek Adventure
Join Adventure Cafe for the training event for the big 3 peaks! The 3 peaks challenge is one of the most popular challenges in the UK and takes in Britain's highest peaks in 24hrs. Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in England and Snowdon in Wales. This is a tough one day trek to prepare you for the main challenge ahead.
You have very sensibly opted to gauge your fitness levels in advance of your 3 Peaks Challenge Event. This single day of training and fitness assessment is designed, in a convenient location, to put you through your paces, and to see how you measure up to the challenge of the 3 Peaks. We shall be meeting in Shalford with the option for coffee/pastry, and tackling multiple steep undulations, that will get your heart beating, and your pulse racing. But most importantly, will allow you to benchmark against a reasonable pace, and some measured climbs. Rather than going into the 3 Peaks ‘blind’, this day will give you some idea of what lies ahead, the level of physical intensity, and fitness required. We have built in a rest point at Gomshall at 12.5km and Westhumble at 26.5km with the option to hop on a train if required at these points. We then take on a final loop of Box hill to finish back up at Boxhill & Westhumble station with the option for dinner before you depart. Your target trek time is 8.5hrs!
Itinerary
Meet at 09:00 - The Snooty Fox, Shalford
Walk approximately 32km (including ascent of approximately 1048m (just 284m less than the ascent required for Ben Nevis).
Within the walk, at least two timed, measured sections, on specific ascents of 100m or more. This will give us a good indication on your fitness levels, and will form the majority of our fitness assessment, in conjunction with your overall speed for the walk. The walk is expected to last approximately 8.5 hours. This is walking at a fast pace (5kmph), and not stopping for many breaks. Your leader will encourage you to walk at an appropriate speed which will give you an indication of what you need to maintain on the 3 Peaks.
We expect to complete our walk back into Westhumble by 17:30 to stay on for dinner or return journey home.
What is a Level 3.0 Trekking Challenge Like?
These challenges are either longer, higher, or span several days. In the case of single day events, you can expect up to 9 hours trekking. In the case of a multi day trek, you can expect a lower daily duration, but of course the effort is sustained over a longer period. You need to be keen on physical exercise for these events, and to enjoy taking exercise, and do it regularly. Longer duration long haul treks are likely to be easier in terms of the physical walking, however you will need to be more resilient, due to simple living conditions. UK single day or weekend level 3 treks are suited to walkers and trekkers with some previous history of upland walking or alternatively a good amount of lowland training behind them.
How Fit Do I need to be to join a Level 3.0 ‘Trek’?
You need to have good endurance for these events. You must be used to doing very long walks in the countryside; 7 hours plus . You should be doing regular exercise, possibly with some running. Your running speed will be fairly steady; nothing too fast, and you should be able to run a minimum of 4 miles. If you do not run, you should be concentrating on other types of exercise but for longer periods of time (i.e. sessions in excess of 1.5 hrs). These other forms of exercise should be at a moderate to high level. e.g. spinning, circuits, swimming, or other sports.
Medical Issues
Please note, it is extremely important for this physical challenge that you are in good health. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, please consider carefully whether you should be joining the challenge. Please ensure you fill in the booking form accurately and honestly, this is important. In the case of serious conditions (epilepsy, diabetes, heart conditions, recent illness or operations), please discuss the challenge with your GP. Please also ensure you notify us of any allergies or similar.
You should be used to walking reasonable distances each day to contemplate this trek. It requires stamina and good aerobic fitness - but good willpower will also come in handy! Failure to disclose medical conditions is a serious omission - that could have serious repercussions on any of our challenges.
Included In Trip
Qualified walking leader/first aider, joining instructions and training plan, total event fitness and ability evaluation.
Excluded From Trip
Transport before / after event or support vehicle coverage.
Equipment Required
Medikit
Suncream, Blister Repair Kit
Plasters, Painkillers, Sunbloc
Hill Walking Items
Day Sack (25-35 litre)
Rucksack liner(s) / Plastic Liner(s) for Rucksack
Bladder System (highly recommended - or other water bottles e.g. exercise bottle/Nalgene bottle)
Walking Poles (highly recommended)
Sun Hat (wide brimmed), Neck Scarf
Lunches - you may wish to pre-pack lunches but please check with us
Snack Foods - we recommend good slow burning items - nuts, dried fruit, cereal bars etc.
Clothing
Lightweight Fleece, Medium Weight Fleece
Lightweight Gloves, Fleece Hat
Long Cotton Trekking Trousers
Comfortable Trekking Shirts (long/short sleeved)
Walking Boots (broken in with ankle protection)
Gaiters (appropriate to moor wilderness / moorland treks - please ask!)
Walking Socks
Outer Fully Waterproof Jacket (Gore-tex, E-vent)
1 Pair Outer Waterproof Bottoms
We suggest you bring a comfortable change of clothes for afterwards for the journey home.
Other
Pack of Travel Tissues
Camera, Film / Memory Card / Spare Battery
Wallet, Credit Cards, Cash
Sunglasses, Spare Comfortable Shoes
Mobile Phone
Head Torch with spare batteries and bulb
Kit Hire
It is possible to hire equipment via our specialist kit hire providers Outdoor Hire Ltd. We have negotiated a 10% discount for all our mountain challengers.
Safety Information
By nature all activities contain an element of risk.Your walking leader will be first aid qualified and will carry the appropriate safety kit for the activity. Safety equipment carried will be appropriate to trip. The leader's primary role is to ensure your safety, but it is your responsibility to listen to their guidance and instructions.
Weather
Expect mild weather but possibly rainshowers. Plan for these conditions, and if we encounter anything more benign, then that will be a bonus for us!
Notes on Trekking Events
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Adventure Cafe Booking Terms and Conditions
By booking an event with Adventure Cafe, you agree to these standard terms of booking. Please ensure that you read the appropriate document for your type of event carefully.
Adventure Cafe Terms & Conditions - For all types of event
To Reserve Your Space on this Challenge
You should fill in the Google Form - linked here below, and then please call us on 01823 444 246 to advise of your payment method. We can accept card payments over the phone, or Bank Transfer.
Please note that your space is not confirmed until you have received your booking receipt.
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Adventure Cafe Challenge Booking Form - For Challenge Events