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National Three Peaks Challenge

Show your support for those affected by bowel cancer from the highest peaks in the UK with the National Three Peaks challenge. This charity endurance trek will see you visit Scotland, England and Wales, in just three days.

How does the National Three Peaks Challenge work?

This event spans three days. On day one you'll be one of the first hikers of the day to take on Ben Nevis in Scotland. You'll then make your way to Scafell Pike in Cumbria for your second day of trekking, grab your head torch and make your way up under starry skies. You'll travel to Wales and finish your challenge at the top of the infamous Snowdon.

Event details

  • Dates: Various dates, May - October
  • Location: Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, Snowdon
  • Distance: 26 miles
  • Trip length: Three days

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Sign up options

Minimum sponsorship

You pay a registration fee when signing up, and we cover the balance of your trip cost from your sponsorship raised.

  • Registration fee: £95
  • Sponsorship pledge: £935
  • Your payment towards the challenge costs: No further payment from you

Self fund

You pay a registration fee when signing up, and agree to cover the balance of your trip cost.

  • Registration fee: £95
  • Sponsorship pledge: No set target, just raise what you can for us
  • Your payment towards the challenge costs: £460

Fundraisers taking part in this challenge for Bowel Cancer UK will be joined by trekkers raising money for other charities.

If you'd like to find out more about this amazing challenge or book your spot, please check out our partner for this event, Charity Challenge.

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How we'll support you

Our events team will support you all the way, from signing up to congratulating you on your acheivement.

When you join this challenge you'll get:

  • Fundraising support from our events team to make sure you have the best experience 
  • Once you've raised £100, we'll send you an exclusive #TeamBowelCancerUK t-shirt to wear with pride as you train and during the event

Contact us

If you have any questions about the event or the application process, email events@bowelcanceruk.org.uk or call 020 7940 1769.

Frequently asked questions

How do I take part in the National Three Peaks challenge for charity?


Taking on the National Three Peaks challenge is easy. Simply follow the link to the Charity Challenge sign up page, select your dates and sign up!

If you have any questions, or need any help, please get in contact with the team by emailing events@bowelcanceruk.org.uk.

Is the National Three Peaks different to the Yorkshire Three Peaks?


Yes, the National Three Peaks takes you to the three highest peaks in the UK — Ben Nevis in Scotland, Scafell Pike in Cumbria and Snowdon in Wales.

The Yorkshire Three Peaks is a one day circular route taking on the peaks of Pen-y-Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside.

How much does this challenge cost?


We have two pricing options for this challenge.

Our 'Minimum sponsorship' option has a £95 registration fee and a £935 minimum fundraising target, 80% of which needs to be raised 12 weeks before the event. With this option, the cost of the trip is covered by your fundraising.

Our 'Self-fund' option has a £95 registration fee and a £460 fee to cover the cost of your challenge, but it doesn't have minimum fundraising target.

How long does the National Three Peaks challenge take?


This event takes place over three days and will involve trekking for around 18 hours during the challenge.

You'll cover over 26 miles of undulating terrain. Over a full marathon distance, but with three hills! You'll ascend a total of 3000m in a single day. Almost the same amount of ascent as summiting Kilimanjaro! You'll summit the three highest mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis (1344m) Scafell Pike (977m) and Snowdon (1085m)

Group of supporters after completing the three peaks challenge
People hiking in the 3 peaks challenge

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