| Event Type | Hike |
| Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Location | Yorkshire Dales |
| Registration Fee | Y3P: £50 | Whernside: £20 |
| Fundraising Target | Y3P: £300 | Whernside: £100 |
| Level | Tough |
| Miles | Y3P: 24 miles | Wherside: 8 miles |
| Ascent | Y3P: 5,200ft | Whernside: 1,425ft |
Join our hike for Naomi’s Garden who provides services for children and adults with movement disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson’s, Stroke survivors, MS, autism, ADHD and sensory issues. Help us raise vital funds to finish the Naomi’s Garden refurb. You will experience the beauty of the Yorkshire dales famous sweeping hills, dramatic rock formations, vast moorlands, and serene valleys while making a huge difference. Meet other like minded people as we complete this challenge together. Together we will move mountains. There are only a limited number of places available for this year’s fundraising event, so if you are ready for the challenge, sign up now!
The 24 mile circular route will start and finish at Horton in Ribblesdale, Pennine Way, Settle BD24 0HF. The 8 mile Whernside circular route will start and finish at Ribblehead Viaduct, Carnforth, North Yorkshire, LA6 3AU.
The route starts and finishes in Horton-in-Ribblesdale, a small village in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Heading out clockwise, the walk begins with a steady approach before climbing onto Pen-y-ghent, the first of the three peaks, offering expansive views back across Ribblesdale.
Descending from Pen-y-ghent, the route opens out into wider terrain, passing through farmland and limestone landscapes before reaching the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct. From here, the path gradually rises toward the long ridge of Whernside, the highest of the three peaks, where the summit rewards walkers with panoramic views across the Dales and beyond.
The descent from Whernside leads down into Chapel-le-Dale, passing Philpin Farm, a key checkpoint and natural rest point. From here, the route turns toward the final ascent of Ingleborough, climbing via well-laid stone paths onto its distinctive summit plateau.
The final leg descends from Ingleborough back toward Horton-in-Ribblesdale, following a well-defined route across open countryside, before returning to the village to complete the full 24-mile circuit.
The shorter circular route begins at Ribblehead Viaduct, heading out across the valley before climbing steadily onto the slopes of Whernside. The ascent is gradual but continuous, eventually reaching the summit ridge with panoramic views across the Yorkshire Dales.
From the summit, the route continues clockwise along the ridge, before descending back toward Ribbleadhead Viaduct, completing an accessible 8-mile circular walk that captures the highlight of the highest peak.
The route is designed to be challenging but is achievable for most people provided you train well in advance. When you sign up we’ll be available to help you prepare.
The minimum age limit for both Yorkshire Three Peaks challenges is 14. All participants must be at least 14 on event day.
If you’re under 18 you’ll need an adult to take part with you, who also needs to sign up online and fundraise.
For the 8-mile Whernside Circular Route, the minimum age is 8 to walk and you will need an adult to participate too.
You will need to be able to carry all essential kit required for the challenge e.g waterproofs, layers, water (minimum 2 litres), sun cream, snacks. Check the kit list to be sure of everything you will need.
Make sure you have trained with your backpack, carrying everything you need, so that you are used to hiking with your pack at full weight.
We hike on varied and undulating terrain. Some sections may be muddy if it has rained so wearing suitable footwear is essential. Worn-in boots with ankle support are highly recommended.
The 24 miles should take approximately 12 hours but can take some walkers longer. The 8 mile route can take around 5-6 hours.
We carry on! Do make sure you check the kit list and come prepared for all types of weather. Should the weather be severe or a danger to life our team will make a decision to withdraw the event in the best interests of safety.
No, we’re afraid not, everyone taking part needs to be fully registered and fundraising.
Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted to take part in the 24 mile hike due to safety issues. They are welcome to remain at the start or end points with friends and family but must be kept on a lead and the person looking after them is responsible for cleaning up any mess.
Well behaved dogs are welcome to join the 8 mile Wherside circular route, but should be kept on a lead and able to easily complete the distance and route.
There is limited parking available at Horton in Ribblesdale, BD24 0HF (What3Words ///accordion.brew.ranges). You will start and finish the 24 mile hike from Crown Hotel, Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Settle BD24 0HF. There is also limited parking at the National Park Authority, (What3Words ///chestnuts.jugs.grounded) which costs £8.50 for 24 hours.
For the 8 mile Whernside circular route, the start and finish point is Ribblehead Viaduct, there is free roadside parking (What3Words ///affirming.money.life) or parking at The Station Inn, Ribblehead, Low Sleights Rd, Carnforth LA6 3AS.
Check-in opens at The Crown Inn at 5:30am for a safety briefing and team introductions. We Start the challenge before 6am.
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