Peaking three times in 24 hours is a challenge for anyone in midlife so it’s hats off to those who take part in the National Three Peaks Challenge.
A 25 mile hike ascending the highest mountains in Scotland (Ben Nevis), England (Scafell Pike) and Wales (Snowdon), a total ascent of 3407 metres and all within a timeframe of 24 hours.
It’s a tough event and one that needs expert guidance. Mountain and Glen are the UK’s leading provider of bespoke Three Peaks Challenges, regularly planning and co-ordinating these events for groups of individuals, corporate teams and major charities. To date, these events have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for worthy causes.
Offering a personal, flexible service they have an excellent record of safe, successful challenges. Their Mountain Leaders are all highly experienced guides, many of whom are also members of local mountain rescue teams.
Mountain and Glen was formed in 2005 by Jim Coughlan. Having served all over the world in his 20 years as a Royal Marines Commando Jim was looking for a fresh challenge.“I wanted to put my knowledge of the outdoors to good use by creating a unique mountain sports company, able to offer a personalized, flexible, professional service to all sorts of people; I feel that this aim has been achieved in Mountain and Glen and I’m very proud of the result”.
Whatever level of support you need for your trek Mountain and Glen have a package that can be tailored to your requirements. Whether you intend to take on the 3 Peaks Challenge with a group or on your own they can offer you a comprehensive training schedule, mountain leaders, a dedicated vehicle and driver, radios, navigation aids, all transfers and food during the day.
Groups can choose their preferred date for attempting the Three Peaks and individuals are welcome to join an ‘open bus’ package with shared transport between the mountains.
For further information and general advice on clothing, equipment and everything you need to know about the 3 Peaks Challenge go to the Mountain and Glen website or give them a call on 0800 5870988
