A true monster of a day out, but an absolute bucket list challenge for any hill-goer. The Yorkshire 3 Peaks, namely Pen-y-ghent, Whernside & Ingleborough, have become synonymous with challenge and charity walkers across the country. The official challenge is to complete the 3 peaks within 12 hours, however, just getting to the end of this mighty walk is victory enough for most. Have you got what it takes?
The Yorkshire 3 Peaks starts, and finishes, in the picturesque village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park and takes in 24 miles (38.6km) of Yorkshire's finest walking country. Generally tackled in an anti-clockwise direction tackling Pen-y-ghent (694m) first. At only 2.5 miles form Horton, the summit of Pen-y-ghent, our first peak, gives a great character building leg warmer straight out the gates. From this first summit you have fantastic views of the western Dales, Ribblesdale and the route ahead (maybe you want to see, maybe not!).
From the summit of Pen-y-ghent we descend in to the valley of Ribblesdale and make our way across the rolling fields and moors to Ribblehead and the famous railway viaduct, before starting the climb of the second peak, Whernside, at 736m. The climb follows a section of the Settle to Carlisle railway before branching out up the flanks of the mountain to gain the summit ridge. From the top of Whernside we get great views across upper Ribblesdale and down Chapel-le-Dale towards the village of Ingleton.
From here we descend steeply in to Chapel-le-Dale before rising up the other side of the valley to start the final ascent up the northern flank of Ingleborough. The legs might be starting to ache a little by now but the final push up the steep side of Ingleborough is well worth the effort. At the top of the steep climb we gain the ridge line that runs up to the summit of the mountain and, with the weather gods permitting, the best views of the day. With clear views towards the Lake District, Morecombe Bay and the Forest of Bowland, Ingleborough has some of the best views of any mountain.
With the final peak bagged, the finish line is now the target, and with a gradual, undulating decent all the way back to Horton you can stretch the legs out a little after the steep climb of Ingleborough. This final section of the the walk takes you through the unique geological landscape of the Yorkshire limestone paving, with its unusual erosion patterns. Then finally, as the legs start to ache, Horton comes in to view and you will have conquered the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.
Time for that victory drink/sleep (delete as appropriate!)
From the summit of Pen-y-ghent we descend in to the valley of Ribblesdale and make our way across the rolling fields and moors to Ribblehead and the famous railway viaduct, before starting the climb of the second peak, Whernside, at 736m. The climb follows a section of the Settle to Carlisle railway before branching out up the flanks of the mountain to gain the summit ridge. From the top of Whernside we get great views across upper Ribblesdale and down Chapel-le-Dale towards the village of Ingleton.
From here we descend steeply in to Chapel-le-Dale before rising up the other side of the valley to start the final ascent up the northern flank of Ingleborough. The legs might be starting to ache a little by now but the final push up the steep side of Ingleborough is well worth the effort. At the top of the steep climb we gain the ridge line that runs up to the summit of the mountain and, with the weather gods permitting, the best views of the day. With clear views towards the Lake District, Morecombe Bay and the Forest of Bowland, Ingleborough has some of the best views of any mountain.
With the final peak bagged, the finish line is now the target, and with a gradual, undulating decent all the way back to Horton you can stretch the legs out a little after the steep climb of Ingleborough. This final section of the the walk takes you through the unique geological landscape of the Yorkshire limestone paving, with its unusual erosion patterns. Then finally, as the legs start to ache, Horton comes in to view and you will have conquered the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.
Time for that victory drink/sleep (delete as appropriate!)
Map & Route Profile:
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Key Information: Group Size - Up to 8. Distance: ~38km/24miles. Ascent: 1500m Time: 10-14 hours |
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Price:
First person - £150, plus £30pp thereafter*:
Included in the Cost:
Optional Extras:
Advice and logistical support towards transportation and/or accommodation can be arranged at additional cost. Please let Terra Via know at the time of booking if required.
To Make a booking please use the Contact Us page to get in touch.
First person - £150, plus £30pp thereafter*:
- 1 Person = £150
- 2 People = £180
- 3 People = £210, etc...
Included in the Cost:
- Full days guidance by a qualified Mountain Leader,
- Waterproof map of the area for each attendee,
- Group access to any photos taken during the day.
Optional Extras:
Advice and logistical support towards transportation and/or accommodation can be arranged at additional cost. Please let Terra Via know at the time of booking if required.
To Make a booking please use the Contact Us page to get in touch.
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* There is 10% non-refundable deposit included within the stated prices to cover costs incurred upon unforced cancellation.
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