Lake District 25 Peaks in 25 Hours Challenge.

Friday 10th July – Monday 13th July 2026

Across two days you’ll take on 25 classic summits, covering 40km+ and climbing more than 4,262 metres, higher than Mt Toubkal. The route weaves over rugged ridgelines and rocky ascents, including Helvellyn, Great Gable and Scafell Pike, giving you some of the most striking mountain views in England.

But this isn’t just about peaks and personal achievement, it’s about impact. The funds you raise through this challenge help the Foundation of Light continue and grow vital programmes across the North East that use the power of football and sport to tackle real community issues, from health and wellbeing to education, confidence and opportunity for thousands each year.

With a celebration dinner waiting at the finish, this is more than a challenge. It’s a landmark year and an opportunity to be part of something that will help make a tangible difference.

Fundraising
Registration fee: £95 per person (payable on booking, non-refundable)

Minimum fundraising target: £1,200 per person

· 80% (£960) due 8 weeks before the challenge

· 20% (£240) due within 4 weeks after the challenge

What’s Included
· 2 days of hiking in the Lake District (approx. 12 hours per day), led by qualified and experienced Mountain Leaders

· 3 nights’ exclusive-use accommodation at a local hostel in shared dorm rooms (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

· 3 breakfasts (Saturday, Sunday and Monday)

· 2 packed lunches (Saturday and Sunday)

· 2 evening meals at the hostel (Friday and Saturday)

· Celebration dinner at a nearby restaurant (Sunday)

· Transfers between the hostel and each day’s start and finish points via private minibuses

· Full back-up support, including First Aid–qualified staff and emergency supplies

Accommodation
Exclusive use of Elterwater Hostel in the Langdales 

Celebration Dinner
Held at a restaurant on the Langdale Estate, a 10–15 minute walk from the hostel (Minibus transfers will be available) 

Group numbers will be limited to a maximum of 34 participants.