The Yorkshire Three Peaks

The Yorkshire Dales three peaks are Pen-y-Ghent 694m (2277ft), Whernside 736m (2415ft) and Ingleborough 723m (2372ft). These high fells provide a challenge for many walkers, fell runners and mountain cyclists every year.

Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks Walk

This challenging walk over the famous Yorkshire 3 peaks covers a distance of 37km (miles) with 1586m (5202ft) of accent, and is usually completed in less than 12 hours. Traditionally walkers start from the Pen-y-Ghent cafe in the village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale who operate a clocking-out, and in, system for those making the attempt.

Taking a circular route first over Pen-y-Ghent, it then follows a long stretch over typical Pennine moorland, before passing the famous Ribblehead viaduct and entrance to Bleamoor tunnel along the Settle to Carlisle Railway. The walk then climbs the highest of Yorkshires hills, Whernside. A steep decent leads you to the short climb up Ingleborough, once here is all downhill back to Horton.

On successful completion of The Three Peaks Walk within the target time, those who have used he antique clocking machine in the Cafe to record their time, are eligible for membership of the Three Peaks of Yorkshire Club. Further detail can be obtained from the Pen-y-ghent Cafe Tel: 01729 860333

Three Peaks Fell Race

The oldest and most famous of all fell races in Britain, the Three Peaks Race is one for experienced and fit fell runner looking for a serious challenge. The run is over a similar distance as the three peaks walk with some variation of route.

The 3 Peaks Cyclo-Cross

One of the toughest Cyclo-Cross events in the UK, the 3 Peaks Cyclo-Cross race is over a 60km course around the Yorkshire Dales and takes in three mountains - Ingleborough, Whernside and Pen-y-Ghent.