Bikes, Boots, Boats - Adventure Challenge

Join us for the Bikes, Boots & Boats Challenge, an exhilarating multi-sport adventure set in the breathtaking Lake District. You'll cycle along Ullswater's shores, paddle it's serene waters, and summit Helvellyn—all to support Turning Tides in their mission to end homelessness.

This fully supported event, led by the expert team at Adventure Element, will push your limits as you:
🚴 Cycle 30 miles along Ullswater’s stunning shoreline.
🛶 Canoe 2 miles across the crystal-clear waters of Ullswater.
🥾 Trek up Helvellyn, the UK’s third-highest peak.

This is more than just a challenge—it’s a chance to team up with friends, family, or colleagues, experience thrilling adventure, and raise vital funds to help people experiencing homelessness.

Event details:

• Dates: May Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd of May
• Accommodation: Friday 1st - Sunday 3rd at the YHA Keswick
• Meals: All-inclusive, including non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
• Equipment: Bring your own bike or bike hire is available, kayaks provided.
• Activities: A full day of hiking, biking and kayaking.
• Team-building experience—go solo or in a team of 2 or 4 and enjoy camaraderie along the way.

• Fundraising Target: £1,200 per participant
• Registration Fee: £150

Challenge Breakdown:

1. Cycle: 30 miles split into two 15-mile sections along Ullswater's scenic shores, 3-4 hours.
2. Canoe: 2-mile paddle on Ullswater's tranquil waters, 1 hour.
3. Trek: Ascend Helvellyn, 11km England's third-highest peak, 4-5 hours.

✔ Two nights' accommodation (Fri–Sun) at YHA Keswick
✔ All meals, snacks & non-alcoholic drinks (including a celebratory BBQ & medal ceremony!)
✔ Bike hire available or bring your own
✔ Qualified guides, marshals & safety support throughout the event
✔ Fully supported logistics—we take care of everything!
✔ Event t-shirt & professional event photos to remember your achievement
✔ A mix of fun & friendly competition—push yourself or just enjoy the adventure!

✔ Local culture - enjoy an optional trip to the fascinating Derwent pencil museum.

Dedicated fundraising support to help you hit your £1,200 target
Fundraising pack, ideas & motivation from the Turning Tides team
Team-building experience—go solo or in a team of 2 or 4 and enjoy camaraderie along the way.

Qualified guides, marshals & safety support throughout the event

Every mile you cover helps Turning Tides provide housing, meals, and support to those facing homelessness.
People without homes walk up to 11 miles every day in search of safety, shelter, and food—this is your chance to walk (or ride and paddle!) in their shoes and make a real impact.
Feel the incredible achievement of completing this challenge while knowing your efforts are changing lives.

All registrants will be required to sign a fundraising agreement on registration. You'll be contacted by the team with the relevant form.

Terms and Conditions appply including those from Adventure Element and the YHA. These can be found on their websites here - Terms & Conditions | Adventure Element & YHA Booking Terms and Conditions | YHA

Fundraising must be at 80% of target by 8 weeks before the event, if you haven't reached this target we'll discuss your options with you, one of these options will be to self-fund the difference. Places cost the charity and have been paid for, any non-attendance or non-fundraising costs the charity.

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