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Ribblesdale, Yorkshire Dales National Park
19th April 2025
Fitness and Challenges
1
4/5 Difficulty, Follow Guides
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Coach/Minibus
Up to 14
18+
Three peaks, around 24 miles, 12 hours—an exhilarating challenge through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.
Join us and our expert guide for an unforgettable hike through the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Over around 24 miles, we’ll summit the iconic Three Peaks: Pen-y-Ghent (2,277ft), Ingleborough (2,372ft) and Whernside (2,415ft)—soaking up sweeping Dales views all the way. Then it’s back to a local pub for a well-earned victory meal and a couple of beers.
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The first peak we’ll tackle is Pen-y-Ghent (694m), famous for its distinctive profile. From the summit, we’ll take in sweeping views across the rugged Yorkshire Dales often spotting our next objectives in the distance: Whernside and Ingleborough.
Our second peak of the day is Whernside (736m), the highest of the Yorkshire Three Peaks. On the long, steady climb, we’ll pass verdant valleys and tumbling waterfalls before reaching the summit for wide-open views across the Dales and, on a clear day, all the way to the Lake District and Morecambe Bay.
Our final challenge of the day is Ingleborough (723m), a striking peak sometimes called the “Hollow Mountain” thanks to the vast network of caves beneath it. From the summit, we’ll soak up the breathtaking views and that unbeatable surge of pride as we complete the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.
After making our way back to Ribblehead, we’ll head to a traditional local pub for a well-earned victory meal and a couple of beers before we set off for home ideally with our medals still intact.
I’m a British Army Physical Training Instructor with years of experience leading long-distance walks in the Brecon Beacons. I love guiding groups through fitness challenges and the Yorkshire Three Peaks is a personal favourite.
It’s around 24 miles (38.6km) with significant ascent, and the classic target time is 12 hours.
You don’t need to be an athlete, but you should be comfortable with long hikes and sustained climbs. Training walks (especially on hills) are strongly recommended.
A common order is Pen-y-Ghent → Whernside → Ingleborough, but the exact route can vary depending on conditions.
It can be, if you’ve done day hikes before and train up. If you’re brand new to hiking, start with shorter hill walks first and build up.
Rob was a fantastic guide. The trip was very enjoyable and Robs knowledge and expertise were great. Would defo recommend
Excellent service from start to finish. I booked the National 3 Peasks challenge in 24 hours. i had regular communication from Rob and the team prioe to the event checking in on my progress, which really spurred me on as well as a helpful fitness plan i has to folow. For the challenge itself Rob and Tim really helped put the group at ease, and was very encouraging. Such a credit to business. i would not hesitate at all in recommending bookitlist to friends and family and will define use again in the future. Thank you for pushing me to finish the challenge!
Just come back from completing the 24 hour natinal 3 Peaks Challenge with Bookitlist. 25-27th June 2021. From start to finish the group I was in was well looked after. From pick up to drop off the team were well organised & made the experience/challenge as enoyable & relaxing as possible. an unforgettable experience & will definitely be looking out for what other trips they have to offer.
Unforgettable panoramic views and the buzz of a victory you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Led by an expert military-trained guide to motivate, support, and get you to the finish.
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