England Weekend Challenge
- Location Grasmere, Ambleside, UK
- Duration 2 days
- Price from £449.00
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Highlights
The ultimate test of body and mind in England’s glorious Lake District. Think lush green hills, stretching vistas, dramatic weather and sheep. Lots of sheep. Get your fill of fresh air with our exhilarating run and hike adventure.
THE CHALLENGE:
DISCIPLINES: Hike/Run
TOTAL DISTANCE: 21km
ELEVATION GAIN: 1,253m
CAMP EXPERIENCES:
Mountain biking
Wild Cooking
Outdoor Yoga & More
The IGO Feast
EXPERIENCES IN CAMP:
Friday:
Afternoon – mountain bike activity from camp
Evening – bushcraft & survival skills workshop
Fitness session
Wild cooking
Outdoor mindful yoga
‘Burn Bathing’ (washing in nature)
NB: Some activities will be run on a first come, first served basis
Saturday:
Local acoustic music
Wild outdoor cooking
Bar
The IGO Feast
There are three levels of entry for this adventure...
COMPLETER -£449 per person
- Go at your own pace, enjoy the scenery
- A spot in shared 4 person tent
- Does not include timing chip
COMPETITOR - £469 per person
- Test yourself against the clock
- A spot in shared 4 person tent
- Timing chip included
GROUP OF 4 - £1,616 (£404 per person)
- Great for groups, families, friends
- Share a 4 person tent with your team
- Does not include timing chip
Send us a message to arrange your preferred entry level!
This adventure is perfect for individuals and small groups, and can be tailored for:
- Corporates
- Hen / Stag parties
Make this experience your own: Send Enquiry
Details
Day 1
Arrive and transfer to camp
Registration, briefing and lunch
Warm up: 10km hike/run into camp
Afternoon activities
Campfire chilli and bed
Day 2
Breakfast in camp
The IGO England Challenge: hike/run
Evening celebrations in camp
Camp overnight
Day 3
Breakfast in camp
Yoga
Transfers to train station
Effort Level
You’ll be working up a sweat. Bring along a touch of enthusiasm and a little determination
- Chilled
- Active
- Tough
Inclusions
Comfort Accommodation
2 nights accommodation in bell tents (based on 4 sharing) including memory foam mattresses
- Transportation Return transfers from Oxenholme train station
- Food Full board. Locally sourced, organic food from Friday lunchtime to Sunday breakfast inclusive
- Other Wilderness skills and bushcraft workshop. Event-specific training plan. Fully signposted & supported route. Medical and physio support. Timing tracker (Competitors). Walking guide & sweeper as backstop. Photography. Activities in camp. Traditional music & entertainment. Celebratory beer at the finish line on Saturday. Technical t-shirt and welcome pack. Finishers medal and wristband
What's included
- Other Personal kit is required for this event. We will send a kit list after booking. The following is NOT included... Transport to Oxenholme train station Personal equipment inc. sleeping bag and clothing (see kit list for full details) Travel insurance specific to location and disciplines (obligatory) Drinks at camp bar on Saturday night (cash only)
What you'll need
Cancellations
Custom Policy
- Cancel before 31 days of your adventure and receive a 75% refund (minus payment processing fees).
- Cancel within 30 days of the adventure with no refund.
- Alternate dates may be able to be agreed at no additional cost, but this is not guaranteed.
Location
Starting point:
Grasmere, Ambleside, UK
Provider
IGO
IGO is the experience provider for England Weekend Challenge