This handy route guide covers the full 24mile circuit with detailed largescale mapping at a scale of 1. The classic challenge walk, taking in the peaks of penyghent 2,278ft, whernside 2,416ft and ingleborough 2,376ft above ribblesdale and involving over 5,000ft of ascent. On sunday 5th may 20 bank holiday weekend, we will be embarking on our 7th annual yorkshire three peaks challenge. A high level of fitness is therefore necessary along with decent mountain equipment, as conditions on the tops can be particularly serious. The whole 25 mile yorkshire three peaks route has 1500m of ascent and descent, and is usually completed within 12 hours.
Most challenge events start and finish from the village of hortoninribblesdale due to parking and facilities, although it is possible to start from ribblehead or chapelledale. Climb the yorkshire 3 peaks with mobile adventure the. The classic challenge walk, a long days walking but manageable my most. The classic 25 miles circular that is famously known as the three peaks, which involves climbing the three most popular hills in. In order to be accepted into the 3 peaks club this should be completed within 12 hours.
Yorkshire three peaks challenge route skyware press. The friendly pub has a great menu, a good selection of beers and outdoor seating. The yorkshire three peaks challenge climbing whernside, ingleborough and penyghent and returning to the starting point in a continuous circuit is a tough undertaking. Whitber hill route, is available to download here as a pdf document see left. Five years ago, we drove overnight to attempt the tough 37km 23mile walk that takes in three of the highest peaks in yorkshire. The yorkshire 3 peaks route the route the route is about 24 miles 39 km in length depending on who you ask and on the exact route taken and involves 5000 ft 1600 metres of vertical ascent. Penyghent 691m, whernside 728m, and ingleborough 723m in that order.
Instead of crossing todber moss, black dubb moss and red moss, it now goes south of hull pot to cross whitber hill, sell gill beck, sell gill hill, jackdaw hole and penyghent churn to rejoin the original route on high pasture. Walked with steve and dave during my 50 peaks in 50 weeks challenge i did in the last year of the second millennium and so to the biggest single day walk of the year. Yorkshire 3 peaks challenge environmental concerns. May 31, 2012 the 7th annual yorkshire 3 peaks challenge sunday 5th may 20. But then the three peaks walk developed, with the establishment of the three peaks of yorkshire club for those who successfully complete the walk in. The yorkshire three peaks walk as a 2 or 3 day walk. The yorkshire three peaks challenge climbing whernside, ingleborough and penyghent in a continuous circuit is a tough challenge. Apr 10, 2017 az maps attempted the yorkshire three peaks challenge in 2016, taking on the peaks of penyghent, whernside and ingleborough plus the 24 mile circular route, all in under 12 hours.
Yorkshire three peaks challenge medal three peaks challenge. As the name suggests there are three peaks on the route pen y ghent 691 metres, whernside 728 metres and ingleborough 723 metres. Os explorer ol2 yorkshire three peaks challenge map. The yorkshire 3 peaks route yorkshire 3 peaks challenge. This exciting and rewarding challenge will have you trekking over the famous yorkshire three peaks in a single day. Ordnance survey explorer ol2 at the three peaks shop is the map required for the complete route. The cafe is on the route of the pennine way and they first concentrated on getting the cafe known to walkers on this longdistance path. Drag the blue dot to scroll through the route or press play for animated playback. Yorkshire three peaks walks and treks british heart. You can find a pdf containing a map and route description here.
Yorkshire three peaks itinerary and route yorkshire dales. Jun 02, 2007 richard and i have a history with the three peaks. The mountain can be dangerous at any time of year so be prepared for hard work, and ensure you have the right equipment. We are happy to offer a guiding service which will help you complete pen y ghent 2,277ft, 694m, whernside 2,415ft, 736m, and finally ingleborough 2,372ft, 723m in. The active version of this map is the waterproof version of the yorkshire three peaks map. In horton in ribblesdale head to the helwith bridge inn for some well earned refreshments after your walk. The yorkshire 3 peaks hire a guide thousands of walkers take the 3 peaks challenge of yorkshire each year, not all succeed but most do. You can also join an organised group walk, see the link below for more details. The mountain can be dangerous at any time of year so be prepared. This is a memory map track file of the route of the yorkshire 3 peaks. Os maps for the whole gb online this is a separate agreement to your mobile maps. To complete the circular walk of the yorkshire 3 peaks penyghent, whernside and ingleborough in 12 hours distance.
A guide to the yorkshire three peaks challenge wheres mollie. As challenge walks go, the circuit of the yorkshire three peaks is challenging. I found the help i got online, while researching the route and other areas to be invaluable, so thought i would put my experience down on here where. The yorkshire dales national park authority run a friends of the 3 peaks club for those completeing the 3 peaks challenge. This map highlights the complete yorkshire three peaks route, which can be started from any point, although is often begun from hortoninribblesdale. New section of yorkshire three peaks path now open grough. The cafe opens at 9am and has a clockcard machine outside the front door, which allows you to stamp your start and. Its therefore the best source for information on the traditional route. Whether you call it the 3 peaks of yorkshire or the north yorks 3 peaks, the yorkshire three peaks challenge walk from horton in ribblesdale walk ny101 the yorkshire three peaks comprising penyghent 694m 2277ft, whernside 736m 2415ft and ingleborough 723m 2372ft is one of the oldest established walks in the uk. The classic challenge is to climb all three in less. The official yorkshire 3 peaks route for penyghent, ingleborough and whernside.
The three peaks of the yorkshire three peaks are arranged in a triangle, with the river ribble and two minor b roads between them. The the most popular route begins and ends at hortoninribblesdale, but. You will need to stick to this path at all times as coming off at any time puts you at great risk of injury. A credit card sized card to print off 8 up on a sheet of a4 to give to participants detailing how to call the emergency services while in the yorkshire dales. Ordnance surveys ol2 explorer map, covering the complete yorkshire three peaks route, whernside, ingleborough and penyghent, all on the west side of the map. Yorkshire 3 peaks downloads lupine adventure cooperative.
Its then back to the pub for some well earned refreshment. I came back from yorkshire yesterday, after completing the yorkshire three peaks on saturday. The footpath avoids black dubb moss on the yorkshire three peaks circuit, a notorious bog that was suffering from severe erosion. Its slightly bulkier than the standard map and weighs 200 grams, compared to the standard g. Improving your general overall fitness levels with cardio and strength training is a good place to start. Climb the yorkshire 3 peaks with mobile adventure the lake. Az maps attempted the yorkshire three peaks challenge in 2016, taking on the peaks of penyghent, whernside and ingleborough plus the 24 mile. The yorkshire dales national park authority does a superb job of managing the y3p as a challenge, as well as disseminating information on how best to approach it more of which below.
Articles the yorkshire 3 peaks yorkshire three peaks. Each of the three peaks, ingleborough, whernside and penyghent, has its own personality and allure, making this not just a great day out, but an insight into a very special part of the country. I came back from yorkshire yesterday, after completing the yorkshire three peaks on saturday i found the help i got online, while researching the route and other areas to be invaluable, so thought i would put my experience down on here where hopefully it may help someone else. The 23 miles in 12 hours is achievable for most but is by no means a push over. The cafe generally stocks a specially designed map, on which is shown the three peaks route, which is a good aid to use in conjunction with the ordnance survey 1.
Five years ago, we drove overnight to attempt the tough 37km 23mile walk that takes in three of the highest peaks in yorkshire penyghent. Hortoninribblesdale to penyghent from the main visitor car park sd808725 head south on the main road through the village, follow the road left at the golden lion inn, and then after 200 metres cross the beck and take the minor road on your left. The yorkshire three peaks includes, penyghent, whernside and ingleborough. Covering a distance of around 24 miles, with a total ascent of over 1,600 metres, completing the route in under 12 hours is considered a notable achievement. The yorkshire three peaks challenge climbing whernside, ingleborough and. The yorkshire three peaks walk is a very demanding but rewarding walk, which takes in the summits of penyghent 694 metres 2,276 feet, whernside 736 metres 2,415 feet and ingleborough 723 metres 2,372 feet all in one circular route. About the yorkshire three peaks challenge this exciting and rewarding challenge will have you trekking over the famous yorkshire three peaks in a single day. North yorkshire 3 peaks organised north yorkshire 3 peaks. The new path passes close to hunt pot, a 60mdeep chasm engulfing one of penyghents becks and also lies within about 200m of hull pot a 90mlong limestone gash in the hillside, claimed to be the biggest natural.
Entry into this challenge includes a welcome pack, technical tshirts and onroute expert mountain guides from yorkshire dales guides, as well as fundraising and. The terrain underfoot is varied and includes mountain paths, grassy slopes, farm tracks, short sections of steep rocky scrambling, and a bit of tarmac. The mountain track is the path you will use to get up and down the mountain as safely as possible. Starting in hortoninribblesdale the traditional route first takes you up penyghent 694m followed by whernside 736m and finally ingleborough 723m before returning to hortoninribblesdale all in under 12 hours. Whether you call it the 3 peaks of yorkshire or the north yorks 3 peaks, the yorkshire three peaks challenge walk from horton in ribblesdale walk ny101 the yorkshire three peaks comprising penyghent 694m 2277ft, whernside 736m 2415ft and ingleborough 723m 2372ft is one of the oldest established walks in the uk despite its popularity however, the yorkshire three peaks challenge. Get the champion feeling and take on the legendary yorkshire three peaks. The yorkshire three peaks challenge the new walk route. Conditions on the day were tough with rain and cold temperatures thanks to all who participated and volunteered. Let everyone know you are completing the yorkshire three peaks with free posters to download and share on social media, your fundraising platform or website starting point. Ordnance survey explorer ol2 at the three peaks shop. Next day, 3 peaks route over whernside, past the hill inn and up onto ingleborough. A guide to the yorkshire three peaks challenge wheres.
List of charities organised events, open events to join in with and tips on doing it on your own. Even though walking any of penyghent, whernside or ingleborough in isolation is satisfying walks in itself, there is a one thing that many people seem to like a challenge. Double sided medal to commemorate your achievement of completing the yorkshire three peaks challenge. You can start the three peaks challenge at any point along the 24mile route, but the traditional starting point is outside the penyghent cafe in hortoninribblesdale. The last of the 3 peaks is ingleborough, 724 metres high and the rockiest of the three summits. The yorkshire three peaks challenge is a walking challenge route with the circuit normally starting and ending at hortoninribblesdale, visiting the three.
Three peaks walk yorkshire ldwa long distance paths. The three peaks cyclocross race follows a longer, 61 km 38 mi, route across the peaks. There is a train station and allocated car park a few hundred metres from the penyghent cafe the popular starting point of the yorkshire three peaks is hortoninribblesdale, due to the pubs. There is a choice of walks for all choose to do 1,2 or all 3 peaks. The basics are good clothing, including warm wear and waterproofs, good boots or walking shoes which have previously been broken in, maps and route guide, a first aid kit and plastic bivvy bag, a head torch and spare batteries some teams may well finish in the dark, and of course enough food and drink for some 12 hours hard work in the hills. The waterproof case can be attached to your backpack to reduce the time searching through your bag each. In recognition of the difficulty of the task, two cash prizes of. A detailed yorkshire three peaks route guide see above left with mapping at a scale of 1. Yorkshire three peaks itinerary and route yorkshire. The yorkshire three peaks challenge is a walking challenge route with the circuit normally starting and ending at hortoninribblesdale, visiting the three highest peaks in yorkshire. Yorkshire 3 peaks challenge the yorkshire 3 peaks route. Apr 22, 2020 view our yorkshire 3 peaks downloads page for a full description of the route and gps tracks. Dales 3 peaks challenge a long standing dales free flight challenge is to fly a triangle encompassing the summits of the 3 peaks of the yorkshire dales.
Ny3p is dedicated to giving both novice and experienced hikers a challenge through the north yorkshire 3 peaks route. The classic challenge is to climb all three in less than 12 hours, or beat your own personal best. Author simon posted on june 14, 2010 july, 2017 categories home page content, maps, walking friends of the three peaks. John crace on scaling yorkshires three peaks travel the. Yorkshire 3 peaks ultra, is a 70km self navigation trails ultra marathon held annually in october. On this trek youll take on the peaks of penyghent, whernside and ingleborough, accomplishing an ascent of 1,532m and covering a marathon distance but with three hills.
The three peaks challenge is a popular walk with those raising money for charities. The yorkshire 3 peaks challenge involves climbing pen y ghent, whernside and ingleborough as part of a 23. The yorkshire three peaks route was changed during the winter of 2012 after a number of challengers ended up waist deep in boggy ground. Visit the famous yorkshire dales three peaks of pen y ghent, whernside and ingleborough on this challenging circular walk. The three peaks of yorkshire provide that challenge by linking together the three summits in a 25 mile walk, which should only be undertaken by strong walkers. The whole 25 mile yorkshire three peaks route has 1500m of ascent. This route description can be downloaded in pdf format for printing from lupine adventure coop. To our delight though, we did actually complete it in 11 hours starting at 08. A free overview guide to the three peaks challenge route, updated to take in the newly improved alternative whitber hill route, is available to download here as a pdf document. The route starts in the village of hortoninribblesdale and follows paths and minor roads for a short while before beginning the climb to the first peak, penyghent 694m. North yorkshire 3 peaks organised north yorkshire 3.
Yorkshire three peaks challenge three peaks challenge. This route description yorkshire dales national park. Find out more about the three peaks project at uk threepeaks. Yorkshire three peaks challenge this challenging but extremely rewarding walk tackles the three highest peaks in yorkshire.
The back of the medal includes an outline of the yorkshire three peaks route with the mountains marked including their heights. Starting in hawes, joining the classic yorkshire 3 peaks route around whernside, ingleborough and penyghent. The route of the yorkshire three peaks challenge walk is not marked on the ordnance survey map, and it is not marked on the ground either, so every member of your party must either already know the way or carry a good detailed walk route guide. Now you have 2 options either follow the 3p route back into horton to catch the train back home, or and this would be my preference, take the ridge route along simon fell and park fell before dropping down off park fell to colt park and then the gauber road.
The route can be started from hortoninribblesdale, ribblehead or chapel le dale, and is a circular route finishing at the same point. Click on the above link to select it and press ctrlc to copy it cmdc on a mac. The challenge is to complete the route within 12 hours by any circular route. The yorkshire 3 peaks challenge is a true test of endurance and mountain fitness. Updated to use the new national park recommended route coming off penyghent. John crace on scaling yorkshires three peaks travel. The ordnance survey os map you need for the yorkshire three peaks is the os ol2. Yorkshire three peaks trips monkey mountaineering page 1. Although the yorkshire three peaks challenge is technically about completing the 3 peaks in under 12 hours, i didnt actually know this until after we had finished. Elevation and ascent statistics with customisable elevation graph. Three peaks walk yorkshire memory map route file last updated 14062016 09. Not big hills at a first glance, but they add up to a route of about 40 kms. The route is about 24 miles 39 km in length depending on who you ask and on the exact route taken and involves 5000 ft 1600 metres of vertical ascent. It is run by the yorkshire dales national park, 3peaks ranger service for people walking the three peaks area.
The yorkshire three peaks challenge walk ordnance survey. Guided by highly qualified guides, youll see of the best sights of the. A compass is required to effectively navigate with the map a waterproof, seethrough case is recommended to protect your map from rain damage. The 26 mile route then crosses some of the most breathtaking countryside and eventually leads back to horton in ribblesdale taking in the peaks of whernside 736m and finally ingleborough 723m the yorkshire three peaks challenge walk is a tough and grueling high mountain walk over a variety of rugged terrains and should not be underestimated. Hike 24 miles and climb over 5,000 feet, tackling pen y ghent, whernside and ingleborough, all in the knowledge that your support and fundraising is helping us beat heartbreak forever.