“If adventure has a final and all-embracing motive, it is surely this: we go out because it is our nature to go out, to climb mountains, and to paddle rivers, to fly to the planets and plunge into the depths of the oceans... When man ceases to do these things, he is no longer man”
Rusty Baille
The Yorkshire Three Peaks is one of the great mountain challenges, we begin at Horton in Ribblesdale climbing Pen-Y-Ghent before the long walk north to Whernside, returning over Ingleborough.
A very long days walking but well within most walkers capabilities. Anyone retiring from the challenge will be escorted to the next checkpoint and arrangements will be made to collect you upon completion or to transport you back to the start depending on your circumstances. Thus allowing the challenge to continue without holding other walkers back!
This walk is great training for longer events, and it is often used as training for events like the National 3 Peaks Challenge, Kilimangaro or trekking in the Himalayas.
“In the mountains there are only two grades: You can either do it, or you can't”
Wilfrid Noyce
From Horton In Ribblesdale we climb onto the southern shoulder of Pen-Y-Ghent before continuing over the summit of Pen-Y-Ghent and descending to cross the large swathe of moorland between Pen-Y-Ghent and Ribblehead.
After setting off for the second leg of the trip from Ribblehead we cross the moorland below Ribblehead Viaduct to climb the eastern flanks of Whernside, crossing the ridge and descending steeply to the south where a short walk across the valley leads us to the third and final climb, the steep slog onto Ingleborough, the finest of the three peaks with wonderful views over the days route.
All that is left to do from the summit of Ingleborough is the long gentle descent back to Horton, crossing the railway line to the village.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: The Main Car Park, Horton in Ribblesdale
Postcode: BD24 0HE
Grid Reference: SD 803 725
Directions
Horton In Ribblesdale can easily be found to the North of Settle, leave Settle on the B6479 / Langcliffe Road.
Follow this road until Horton In Ribblesdale is reached. The car park will be seen on the left, 100m after the Pen-Y-Ghent Cafe, we will meet here. The car park does fill up on busy days, an overspill car park can be found over the bridge to the north and to the south the Golden Lion offers cheap all day parking with all proceeds going to charity.
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Yorkshire 3 Peaks Review by Heidi
On 30th April, myself, sister and friend joined 3 others and our guide Neil on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks walk. We had a fantastic day without the pressure of navigating. Neil was professional, friendly and very encouraging when anyone needed extra support. We completed the challenge in 10 hours 25 minutes which was a nice comfortable pace. I would definitely choose the Lake District walker again in the future for a different challenge. Thank you Neil for such a successful and enjoyable experience. (Posted on 11/05/2017)
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TinyTickers 3 Peak Challenge Review by Jon
Just wanted to drop you a note to say thanks - the day went very well. Peter and Hugh were great and helped us all around comfortably inside our 12 hour target. I know everyone on the team was very appreciative. Both were also great company. (Posted on 05/07/2015)
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Yorkshire 3 Peaks Review by Tom
A big thanks to John, Hugh, James and Jeff for helping our group of 30 complete the Yorkshire 3 Peaks on Saturday. Everyone had a great day and really enjoyed it and I know that the last group who completed the the challenge were extremely grateful to you guys, especially Hugh, for helping them get through it, even though there was only limited time left in the day to complete it.
All the members from TMfit Personal Training Studio send their thanks and best regards to you all! (Posted on 03/04/2015)
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