(4-Day Trip, Bank Holiday) Three Peaks in Three Days Challenge

Name: (4-Day Trip, Bank Holiday) Three Peaks in Three Days Challenge
Start: 2024-08-23T07:45:00+01:00
End: 2024-08-26T21:30:00+01:00
Location: Novotel London West

Schedule

Fri Aug 23 2024 at 07:45 am to Mon Aug 26 2024 at 09:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Novotel London West | London, EN

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Head to our website to reserve your place:
https://meetu.ps/e/MPtQL/yHmRL/i
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Join us for the iconic Three Peaks in Three Days Challenge – a fantastic adventure and a great way to experience the best mountain ranges that Britain has to offer in one long weekend! The Three Peaks in Three Days Challenge involves climbing the highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales over three days, one peak per day, whilst taking in the magnificent scenery these countries have to offer.
To maximise the enjoyment and the chances of successful ascents of all peaks, we'll travel to Scotland one day before, on Friday, staying overnight near Glasgow. We'll then start with Ben Nevis (1,345m) on Saturday, climb Scafell Pike (978m) in England on Sunday and finish with Snowdon (1,085m) in Wales on Monday! All routes will be guided by an experienced Mountain Leader, who has completed this challenge many times in the past (including the much tougher National Three Peaks Challenge in 24 Hours!). Throughout the whole trip, we'll use a private minibus with a dedicated driver, who won't be walking.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Friday:
07:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR;
08:00 sharp departure;
13:00 stop at services for lunch;
18:00 check-in at Premier Inn Glasgow East Kilbride Central Hotel, dinner and free time;
Day 2 – Saturday:
07:00 breakfast at the hotel;
08:00 transfer, with one stop (15 min) at services to buy packed lunch;
11:15-19:00 climbing Ben Nevis (1,345m), the highest peak of Scotland;
22:00 back to Premier Inn Glasgow East Kilbride Central Hotel;
Day 3 – Sunday:
08:00 breakfast at the hotel;
09:00 transfer, with one stop (15 min) at services to buy packed lunch;
12:30-17:00 climbing Scafell Pike (978m), the highest peak of England;
20:00 check-in at Premier Inn Runcorn Hotel, dinner and free time;
Day 4 – Monday:
07:00 breakfast at the hotel;
08:00 transfer, with one stop (15 min) at services to buy packed lunch;
10:30-15:30 climbing Snowdon (1,085m), the highest peak of Wales;
18:30 stop at services for dinner;
21:30 London, Hammersmith.
DIFFICULTY & EQUIPMENT
Over three days, you'll trek around 23 miles (37km) and ascend to a total height of almost 3,000 metres. This is a serious and tough challenge, which requires a very good level of fitness, as well as plenty of grit and determination. Ultimately, however, your hard work will be rewarded with spectacular views and a huge sense of achievement!
Good hiking boots with ankle support and waterproof clothing are essential on this trip.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
LUGGAGE
You can bring two small bags with you: one cabin size personal item bag (up to 10kg) and one smaller hiking backpack to fit under the seat. During the hike, you can leave your luggage in the minibus.
THE PRICE INCLUDES
• Transport throughout the trip
• A dedicated, IAM/RoSPA qualified driver, who won't be walking, for the duration of the challenge
• Professional event organisation
• Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced Mountain Leader
• Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
• Hiking expertise and experience since 2008
• Three nights' accommodation at the hotel in shared twin rooms (you'll share your room with somebody from our group of the same gender)
• Three Peaks Challenge Medal for those who complete the challenge
• Admin fee
• 20% VAT
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, personal trekking insurance)
• Food
BOOKING
The total cost of this trip is £598 per person. A deposit of £298 is required to secure your place, with the remaining balance paid one month before the trip (3rd April). Any places not paid in full by this date will be lost, and the deposit will be non-refundable and non-transferable.
To join, please RSVP and pay the deposit (£298) by bank transfer to the account below, leaving your Meetup name and the name of the trip as a reference (e.g. John 3 Peaks):
Business Account Name: London Social Hiking Limited
Sort Code: 20-17-20
Account Number: 63116514
We'll let you know by changing your status to ‘Paid’ as soon as the payment is cleared. Please allow up to 48 hours for the payment to arrive.
WHAT TO BRING
• Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
• Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
• Gloves/hat/cap
• Water bottle (min 1L)
• Nuts and energy snacks to last you during the trip
• Walking poles (optional)
• Gaiters (optional)
That’s it – we'll take care of the rest, so just turn up and enjoy your Three Peaks Challenge adventure!!! 😊