Yorkshire 3 Peaks

Location

Yorkshire

Cost

£105

Duration

12 Hours

Difficulty

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Trip Details

Conquer the Yorkshire Three Peaks: Britain’s Ultimate Hillwalking Challenge!

Are you ready to take on one of the UK’s most iconic walking challenges? The Yorkshire Three Peaks is a demanding 24-mile trek through the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales. This classic adventure tests your endurance as you climb Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough, with the goal of completing the journey in under 12 hours. Along the way, you’ll experience stunning landscapes, rolling hills, and a sense of achievement like no other. Whether you’re walking for fitness, adventure, or charity, this unforgettable challenge promises to push your limits and leave you inspired. Sign up today and conquer the peaks!

On the Day

Yorkshire 3 Peaks situated in the Yorkshire Dales
Summit Pen-y_Ghent – 697m, Whernside 736m and Ingleborough 723m
24 mile circular route
12 hour completion time
Fastest recorded time is 2 hours 29 minutes 53 secsGrade: Hard
Duration: 12 hours

Start Location: Horton-in-Ribblesdale

Finish Location: Horton-in-Ribblesdale

Guides: Qualified Mountain Leaders (First aid qualified and highly experienced)

Parking: Holme Farm Campsite Car Park (Google map link)

Date: Saturday, 30 May, 2026

Date: Saturday, 27 June, 2026

Date: Saturday, 25 July, 2026

Date: Saturday, 29 August, 2026

Date: Saturday, 26 September, 2026

Date: Sunday, 25 October, 2026

Please click on the book now button and choose your date. All events are open to Charities, Corporates, Groups and Individuals.

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Pre trip support

You will benefit from our bespoke and personalised service throughout your dealings with Sky Blue Adventures. We want you to have the best experience possible and are always on hand to answer any questions you may have about the event. We also offer aN online pre-event briefing to help you understand how the event will run and how you should prepare for it.

Safety and wellbeing

Sky Blue Adventures whole ethos is based on providing a safe and accessible event to all participants. We take health and safety very seriously and have a robust Safety Management System in place . This includes risk assessments, emergency procedures policy, radio communications and the support of an industry leading adventure and crisis incident management company.

Our staff

You will be accompanied by qualified UK mountain leaders on this trek. They have a wealth of knowledge about the environments they work in and often local live local to the area. The Leader/s are friendly and empathetic to our clients needs, ensuring that every client has the best possible experience they can. All leaders are outdoor 16hr first aid qualified and hold the relevant public liability insurance to work on treks throughout the UK. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the event and the safety of your group.

Group size

The minimum group size for this trek is 5 persons.

Age limit

The minimum age limit for this event is 18 years old.

Kit

A comprehensive kit list is provided for all events. All clients are required to have a minimum of a waterproof jacket and trousers, warm clothes, head torch, suitable walking boots, rucksack, hat/gloves, food, water, personal first aid kit, mobile phone, money/bank card.

Food/drink

There are stops for water refills or food along the route. You should bring sufficient water (at least 2-3 litres per person) and plenty of food.

Trip Grading

The event is graded as ‘Hard’ and preparation is key to help you enjoy this challenge. The trek is unique experience and provides a great introduction to mountain walking and night hiking. A good level of fitness is required and will help you enjoy the experience more. A training programme is provided as part of the event sign up.

Group Management

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks trek is an accessible event and we pride ourselves on ensuring that all participants to have an enjoyable time. Each team will consist of one mountain leader with up to 10 clients. The leader will ensure that all clients are well cared for and will always be on hand to provide advice and assistance where required.

Training

Bespoke training plan with a three month timetable is provided to help you prepare for this event.

Weather

The weather is rapidly changeable in the UK mountains and it is important that you are adequately prepared for all seasons even during the summer. All events are weather dependent and it is possible the event could be postponed either prior to or during the trek if the weather conditions made it unsafe to continue. This decision will be made on the ground by the mountain leaders. We also use the www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/specialist-forecasts/ mountain for specific events.

Kit List

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Clothing

Waterproof jacket (can always be kept in the rucksack until needed, don’t leave home without it)
Insulating mid layer (fleeces, soft-shell jackets, down jackets, dependent on the weather)
Breathable base layer (look for technical materials, avoid cotton t- shirts)
Walking trousers (quick drying trousers with a good range of movement, avoid denim)
Waterproof over-trousers (a great option for over your walking trousers in a downpour)
Hats & gloves
Watch (or any reliable method of telling the time)
Rucksack/daypack (well fitted, adjusted correctly and comfortable)
Sun hat

Footwear

Walking boots/shoes. Need to be comfortable and well-fitting (choose based on your style of walking and the terrain you want to take on)
Breathable walking socks (merino wool is ideal, avoid cotton if possible)

Rucksack essentials

First aid kit
Mobile phone (fully charged)
Suncream
Sunglasses
Blister relief
Bottled water (keep yourself hydrated)
Flask of hot drink (optional)
High energy snacks (to give an energy boost when tired)
Any necessary medication (with spares)
Spare warm clothing
Emergency contact details

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