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Three Peaks in Three Days
Trek Adventure
This is without doubt one of our most popular challenges. Climbing the three Highest Peaks in the home nations: Scotland, England and Wales. Starting with Ben Nevis, we then head south for Scafell Pike and then finishing at Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). This itinerary gives you the maximum time to really enjoy your trekking on these spectacular mountains!
A total of 480 miles of driving, and climbing a total of almost 3000 vertical metres, makes this a special kind of challenge, and not one that everyone is going to manage. You do at least have slightly longer on each mountain, and, thankfully, a bed to sleep in each evening! Why not give yourself a goal this year to train for? Why not say that you’re going to put yourself to the test, and join the Classic 3 Peaks Challenge? Join a group of like-minded adventurous individuals who will be taking part in this event, looking for a tough weekend, with a few laughs along the way to look back upon. This challenge could change your life - so be prepared!
If you would prefer to complete the challenge faster then you could of course go for our clasic 24 hour challenge or consider our 36 hour option (2 days and 3 nights). If you can fly up to Glasgow then we would recommend our 48 hour challenge where you complete 1 mountain per day and only need 2 nights of accommodation.
https://www.adventure-cafe.com/Adventures/Classic-Three-Peaks-Challenge-in-24-hours
https://www.adventure-cafe.com/Adventures/Three-Peaks-in-36hrs-(2-days-3-nights)
https://www.adventure-cafe.com/Adventures/Three-Peaks-in-48hrs-(3-days-2-nights)
Itinerary
Day 1
11:00 Departure from Chester Train Station
11:15 Departure from Chester Hoole Road
Journey to Scotland
16:30 Pick up from Glasgow International Airport
19:30 Supermarket shop in Fort William
19.45 Drop bags at accommodation
20.00 Table booked for dinner (not inc. in event fee)
20:45 Event Briefing
21:00 Off to bed!
Day 2
05:15 Wake up call
05.30 Light breakfast and final kit preps
06:00 Depart accommodation, transfer to Ben Nevis
06:15 Arrival Ben Nevis, preparations
06:30 Begin 3 Peaks Challenge, ascent of Ben Nevis
13:00 Return from Ben Nevis and jump in Minibus
(Afternoon hot meal at service station)
19:45 Arrival at Hotel in Keswick
20.00 Table booked for Dinner (not inc. in event fee)
Day 3
07:30 Wake up call
08.00 Breakfast
08:30 Depart accommodation, transfer to Scafell Pike
09.00 Ascend Scafell Pike (Seathwaite route)
15.00 Return from Scafell Pike and depart for Snowdonia.
19:30 Arrival at Snowdonia accommodation
20.00 Table booked for dinner (not inc. in event fee)
Day 4
07.30 Wake up call
08.00 Breakfast
09.00 Ascend Yr Wddfa
12:00 Arrival at Yr Wyddfa Summit
(Lunch on the mountain)
14:30 Complete trek—time dependant on overall speed
16:00 approx Arrival in Chester
Trains to be booked from 16.30 onwards
Accommodation
Friday night—Fort William.
Saturday night—Lake District
Sunday night—North Wales
Please enquire as to the type of accommodation required.
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.
Special Notes
For more detailed answers to frequent questions on the 3 Peaks - please click here - FAQs
To find out what previous trekkers have been saying about our events - please click HERE!
Our vehicles and drivers are licensed through the DVSA and well versed in the 3 peaks and they understand the needs of 3 peaks participants. The vehicles are well serviced and in a good working condition. If a breakdown occurs whilst on the challenge, the challenge may be delayed until further transport can be arranged and a revised itinerary may be offered to participants 3 peaks experience. We will always get challenges back up and running as soon as possible - and it should be noted that this is a very rare possibility.
* Please note there will be enforced driver speed limits, driver rest points and a driver change over and fuel stop.
PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT AVISE TO BOOK FLIGHTS UNTIL YOU HAVE DISCUSSED WITH ADVENTURE CAFE WHEN APPLICABLE.
Included In Trip
- Minibus Transport & 2 drivers
- Full pre-event consultation
- 3 nights accommodation and breakfast
- Experienced MLTA Qualified Leaders with Mountain First Aid and resources
- Mountain safety equipment. radio comms
- Risk assessment, tour operator insurance and £10,000,000 activity & event public liability insurance
- Emergency and contingency planning
- Event joining instructions, maps, timings, nutrition guidance and bespoke training plan.
- Advice on routes close to London to train on. Team training days can be arranged in the Surrey Hills.
*All transfers provided by Adventure Cafe's transport provider throughout the challenge from pick up and drop off in Chester or Manchester usually on the Friday/Sunday. We can also arrange for pick up from Glasgow airport. The drivers are regulated by current DVSA drivers hours regulations and enforced driving/rest stops.
Excluded From Trip
- Pick up from London can also be arranged.
- Upon arrival into Fort William we will give you an opportunity to pick up additional snacks of your own preference whilst on the Challenge.
- Dinner arrangments will all be made for your ease and meals can be included as part of your bespoke package through your company or charity.
Equipment Required
Compulsory or Very Important Items
Walking Boots (broken in with ankle protection), Day Sack (25 - 35 litres)
Walking Poles, Lightweight Gloves, Fleece Hat
Outer Fully Waterproof Jacket (Gore-tex, E-vent)
1 Pair Outer Waterproof Bottoms, Walking Socks
Head Torch with spare batteries
Other Recommended Items
Medikit
Suncream, Blister Repair Kit, Plasters, Painkillers, Sunbloc
Hill Walking Items
Bladder System (highly recommended - or other water bottles e.g. exercise bottle/Nalgene bottle), Sun Hat (wide brimmed), Neck Scarf
Lunches - you will have the opportunity en route to the challenge to shop for your event provisions (ie all food once the challenge is underway)
Snack Foods - we recommend good slow burning items - nuts, dried fruit, cereal bars etc.
Clothing
Lightweight Fleece, Medium Weight Fleece
Long Cotton Trekking Trousers, Comfortable Trekking Shirts (long/short sleeved)
Other
Pack of Travel Tissues, Travel Pillow (Bean type is best! Inflatable not as good!)
Camera, Film / Memory Card, Wallet, Credit Cards, Cash
Sunglasses, Spare Comfortable Shoes, Mobile Phone, Washkit
Holdall Bag to carry all items not used whilst on the mountain
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 3 Peak Challengers.
Safety Information
You will be briefed by your leader, before and during the challenge - but key items to remember are as follows:
1. Wear appropriate clothing - including proper footwear with ankle support.
2. Ensure your waterproofs are in good condition
3. Listen to and follow instructions from your leader.
4. Remain within visual contact of your leader at all times
5. Remain well fed and watered throughout the event.
6. In case of poor weather we normally continue to pursue the challenge - unless we deem it unsafe. This usually would entail high winds or exceptionally high water levels that would render river crossings dangerous.
Weather
Expect variable weather conditions. We are after all trekking at dark, during the day, in Scotland, England and in Wales. So be prepared. We may encounter scorching temperatures but equally freezing cold or even snow (Especially in May on Ben Nevis) pack at both ends of the spectrum. Especially expect rain at some time… all three mountains are on the Western Seaboard and hence bear the brunt of prevailing weather systems coming in moisture laden from the Atlantic.
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