Helvellyn 5 peaks challenge – sign up today to help support the RAF community.

Helvellyn is a beautiful mountain, and the team isn’t taking an easy route. Our Royal Air Forces Association team will be climbing 5 peaks in total including Striding Edge: a knife edge ridge that is exhilarating and exciting, with breath-taking views.

Some of the team will be camping the night before, some are staying at B&Bs, some will arrive at 9:30am having had a home cooked breakfast. They’re all going to lace up their boots, check their gear and make the climb.  

The route is 18km, with a total ascent of 1128m. The team will be treated to some of the most spectacular views in the UK, while pulling together to complete the challenge. It takes physical and mental courage to be able to rise to those heights, and the rewards are many!

The climb takes place on Saturday 9 October. For more information and to sign up to this great event click here.

Helvellyn challenge kit list:

Waterproof, Breathable Jacket
Lightweight Fleece
Baselayer Top
Spare Fleece or insulated layer
Hiking Trousers
Waterproof Trousers
Baselayer Trousers (For cold weather)
Gloves
Hat
Buff
Walking Boots or Sturdy Walking Shoes
Hiking Socks

Daysack – 20 – 35 Litre (Depending on how packable your equipment is)
Water Bottle – a 1 Litre minimum is a good rule, take more water in hot weather and on longer walks. For this climb, I would pack 2 litres
Food – Take high energy food that easy to eat. Take and extra chocolate bar or similar in-case the walk takes longer than expected
Safety Whistle
Survival Bag
Mobile Phone
Waterproof Dry Bag or tough plastic bag
First Aid Kit (Among Group)
Navigation compass with baseplate and orientating lines
Toilet roll / wipes and a sealable bag: no one likes to wild-poo without cleanup

Head torch and spare batteries- If your walk takes longer than you think this is essential for moving at night.
Spare pair of socks
Spare boot laces
Group Shelter
Sit Mat
Hydration Bladder
Sunglasses
Camera
Can or flask of coffee
Clickable hand warmer
Stan Winstanley
Helvellyn challenge training tips:
Heaven and Helvellyn

Heaven and Helvellyn

You can help support people like John by signing up to our Helvellyn challenge this October. Tackling this incredible mountain via Striding Edge and experience the very best of the Lake District. Find out more and sign up today.