Former Lioness Jill Scott is challenging supporters to take on the Foundation of Light’s 25 Peaks in 25 Hours challenge.
A Foundation of Light trustee, Jill is no stranger to new challenges. Since retiring from football, she has embarked on a punditry career and was crowned winner of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, and is now urging supporters to “make this a 25th anniversary to remember.”
The 25 Peaks in 25 Hours Challenge is the major fundraising challenge for the 25th anniversary year of Sunderland AFC’s official charity.
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.
Take on the challenge: Book Online
Dates: Friday 10 July – Monday 13 July
Fundraising
Registration Fee: £95 (payable on booking, non-fefundable)
Minimum fundraising target: £1,200 per person
What’s Included
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)
Registration
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