About Summit Scafell Pike challenge
Multiple dates: April – October 2024 (available dates)
Registration fee: £10
Fundraising pledge: £150
Standing at 978m (3,209ft), reaching the summit of Scafell Pike, England’s highest peak, is a fun, challenging, and life-affirming experience.
Epic vistas, dramatic boulder fields, deep valleys, and beautiful lakes – summiting Scafell Pike is a challenge that has something for everyone. There’s a real sense of desolation and wildness from the summit of Scafell that will leave you feeling humbled.
Distance: Approx. 8.7 miles (14 km), with 996m (3,268ft) ascent
Duration: Most groups complete this walk in 6-8 hours
Difficulty: Active Plus
This is an open event (not just CHSF supporters) so you’ll walk with friendly fellow challengers – some will be fundraising, others just completing the challenge to push themselves, get fit, or tick something of a bucket list. You will walk alongside an experienced guide from Large Outdoors.
For more information about the challenge, please visit Large Outdoors website for details and FAQs.
Please note there is a compulsory kit list for this event. Please check this list at www.largeoutdoors.com/kit-list/day-walk-kit-list. You will need to ensure you provide all the equipment listed to take part on the day.
How to take part
Places are offered in partnership with Large Outdoors, follow the below to secure your place today.
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