“Doubly happy, however, is the man to whom lofty mountain tops are within reach”
John Muir
The Lake District 10 Peaks Challenge is a one day challenge over a walking distance of 17 miles which will push your mental and physical strength to the limit.
The 10 Peaks is designed to involve fairly strenuous exercise and for your own safety you must be aware of this and consider carefully whether your general level of fitness, or any particular illness or ailment prevents you from participation.
This is a tough challenge that will test your endurance and strength. Set in the stunningly beautiful Lake District you will climb 10 of the highest peaks in the Lake District in a day, encountering difficult terrain, lengthy ascents and steep descents along the way.
“The best climber in the world is the one who's having the most fun”
Alex Lowe
After an early morning pick up in Langdale we will be transported to the village of Buttermere where the challenge begins. Day one crosses several of the most famous mountains of the Lake District, including High Stile, Great Gable, Bowfell and Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England. Descending in the evening to the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel in the Langdale Valley.
What's included in this package:
- Qualified mountain leader throughout the event with a detailed knowledge of the Lake District Fells
- Transport from finish point to start point
Although we don't include accommodation on this event we are happy to suggest suitable accommodation from hostels through to hotels.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, Langdale
Postcode: LA22 9JY
Grid Reference: NY 286 061
Directions
From Ambleside: Leave on the A593, signposted to Langdale and Coniston, follow this road until the junction with Ellers Brow, turn right onto Ellers Brow, signposted to Chapel Stile and Langdale.
Follow this road through the village of Chapel Stile and continue past the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel to the right, continue along this lane to the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, on the right, there is a National Trust pay and display car park outside the Hotel for walkers.
Each participant is expected to have suitable personal equipment for their activity this should include the following:
- Walking shoes / Boots
- Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
- Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
- Warm tops
- Packed lunch
- Spare clothing
- Water
- Hat
- Gloves
- Torch (preferably a headtorch)
- Spare batteries for the above
For winter walks (November to March) events please also bring the following:
- Spare Gloves
- Flask & Hot Drink
The Following equipment may also be useful if owned:
The following equipment will be provided by The Lake District Walker should winter conditions require:
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10 Peak Challenge Review by Mel Rotherham
Thank you Neil for your expert guiding and a great 10 Peak Challenge day. Despite the weather and sadly lack of views we had a amazing day out. Completed with my husband , eldest daughter and boyfriend we all enjoyed the day and have forgotten about being rained on for most of the time. Neil is knowledgable, very patient and thoughtful , keeping the group together and maintaining good moral and enthusiasm throughout a most memorable day.
Huge thank you, until the next time.
Mel Rotherham (Posted on 26/05/2024)
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