Summit peak challenges: Challenges involving getting to the summit of one or more hills, including Ben Nevis challenges.
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Summit Peak challenges


So, you want to raise money for charity but aren’t sure of the best way to go about doing it? For an achievement that will stand out among the crowded hordes whose activities range from the sublime to the ridiculous, few will stand you in better stead than completing a summit peak challenge.

Though it’s in the nature of Britons everywhere to downplay where we live and generally have a moan and groan about everything under the sun, or clouds as the case may be, the truth is Great Britain boasts some of the most diverse and stunning landscapes you could ever wish to see. And where best to see them from than a lofty perch following an exhilarating climb?

The intensity and severity of a summit peak challenge varies depending on what you choose. This means that, while it’s always better to set yourself achievable but testing goals, there is something to suit everyone.

One particular standout option is the Ben Nevis Midnight Challenge. Arrive at the top just in time for sunrise and treat yourself to a spectacular view few others can even have imagined, let alone seen.

While marathons and swims are rather individual pursuits, summit peak challenges will bring you together with others to share an experience like no other.

Whether it’s a trek up Snowdon or charging up every peak over 3000ft in the Lake District on an epic adventure, your boots were made for walking so get out there and put them to the test.

Take a look through the challenges below and click download information pack for registration details, sponsorship, how to apply and entry deadline - plus your nominated charity will then be on hand for help with fundraising.

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Summit peak challenges in the UK... 
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27 Sep 2013 3 days Featured challenge
NSPCC Ben Nevis Trek Level 2 Suitable for teams Teams Suitable for beginners Beginners
Hill walking - Fort William, Highland, UK Registration fee £75 Minimum sponsorship option
Ben Nevis the UK's highest peak. Take on this fantastic weekend of trekking high into the skies to reach 1343m above sea level!
Do this challenge for NSPCC
No date 1 days Snowdon bespoke walking challenges Level 2 Suitable for teams Teams Suitable for beginners Beginners
Hill walking - Snowdon, Gwynedd, UK Registration fee £0 Minimum sponsorship option
Have you ever wanted to reach the summit of Snowdon, challenge yourself on the dizzy heights of the Welsh 3000s or simply lose yourself in the rugged beauty of the Lake District?
Do this challenge for Whizz-Kidz
05 Jul 2013 50 miles WaterAid 6 Peaks Challenge Level 3 Suitable for teams Teams
Hill walking - Snaefell, Snowdon, Scafell Pike, Ben Nevis, Slieve Donard, Corran Tuathail, UK Registration fee £360 Minimum sponsorship option
A tough challenge to summit the highest peaks of the six regions of the British Isles; Isle of Man, Wales, England, Scotland, Ulster and the Republic of Ireland, in 4 days.
Do this challenge for WaterAid
16 Aug 2013 3 days Ben Nevis Weekend Trek Level 2
Walking - Fort William, Highland, UK Registration fee £59 Minimum sponsorship option
The climb of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, is a most fantastic challenge and will leave you exhilarated from your weekend achievement.
Do this challenge for any charity
30 Aug 2013 3 days The Ben Nevis Challenge Level 2 Suitable for teams Teams
Hill walking - Fort William, Highland, UK Registration fee £75 Minimum sponsorship option
Our challenging trek will take us to the spectacular Western Grampians, and the summit of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis.
Do this challenge for Macmillan Cancer Support
07 Sep 2013 2 days WaterAid 24 Peaks Challenge Level 3 Suitable for teams Teams
Hill walking - Lake District, Cumbria, UK Registration fee £75 Minimum sponsorship option
Climb 24 mountains including Scafell Pike, Great Gable and Helvellyn in two days' hard walking. Limited to 200 people.
Do this challenge for WaterAid
13 Sep 2013 3 days 24 Peak Challenge Level 3
Hill walking - Lake District, Cumbria, UK Registration fee £59 Minimum sponsorship option
This exciting challenge will see us summit an incredible 24 peaks in the Lake District, all over 2,400ft with a target trekking time of 24 hours!
Do this challenge for selected charities
13 Sep 2013 3 days Ben Nevis Challenge Level 2
Trekking - Fort William, Highland, UK Registration fee £75 Minimum sponsorship option
Do you want to take on the UK’s highest mountain? Join us for the 1,344 metre ascent of Ben Nevis in the Scottish Highlands and help raise money for those living with breast cancer.
Do this challenge for Breast Cancer Care
21 Sep 2013 1 days I CAN Snowdon Trek 2013 Level 3 Suitable for teams Teams Suitable for beginners Beginners Juniors welcome U18s
Hill walking - Snowdonia, UK Registration fee £50 Minimum sponsorship option
Join Team I CAN and take on one of the 3 highest points in Britain by climbing the highest peak in Wales, Snowdon and help support children who struggle to communicate.
Do this challenge for I CAN Charity
22 Sep 2013 3 days Ben Nevis Challenge Weekend Level 2 Suitable for teams Teams Suitable for beginners Beginners
Hill walking - Ben Nevis, Highland, UK Registration fee £45 Minimum sponsorship option
Ever considered conquering Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis, standing proud at over 4,406ft? On a good day, the view from the summit stretches for miles in all directions.
Do this challenge for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
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