Time until
the race:
Race stats:
24.6miles
5,200metres ascent
Starting point:
Departure from: the old Pen-y-Ghent café at Horton in Ribblesdale.
Staggered departures between 6am and 7.30am.
The Race Facilitators will be at the departure point from 5.45am until the last participant finishes the race.
Competitors will be advised of their start time before the race.
There is lots of useful information about the Yorkshire Three Peaks on the following website: Yorkshire Dales National Park including a downloadable app with the race route, a description of the route and a map (downloadable as a PDF). Competitors will be responsible for obtaining this information themselves.
Fastest Team of 4
Team that raises the most
Fastest solo female
Fastest solo female who raises the most
Fastest solo male
Fastest solo male who raises the most
Set up your fundraising page and raise a minimum of £300 for SES.
Start fundraisingSolo entrants must be aged 18+
Team members aged 15-75 to include at least one adult (aged 18+)
Make sure you're properly equipped for the challenge. Check our comprehensive kit list for everything you'll need.
See kit listFind the perfect place to stay before or after your challenge in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
Where to stay?
Scientific Exploration Society (SES) is a UK charity (No. 267410) founded in 1969 by Colonel John Blashford-Snell CBE to support scientific exploration and conservation. The Society has conducted over 200 expeditions worldwide, including the youth-focused Operations Drake and Raleigh. Today, SES continues to champion climate research, environmental protection, and community collaboration by providing funding, mentoring, training, and endorsement for field expeditions. Members enjoy talks, events, and opportunities to join SES-endorsed projects. Its Advisory Board includes leading explorers such as Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Bear Grylls, Steve Backshall, Tim Peake, and others.
Challenge yourself, support exploration, and join a community of adventurers.
By taking part in Race across the peaks, you'll push your limits on an exhilarating mountain challenge while directly funding scientific research, conservation projects, and life-changing expedition opportunities for young people worldwide.
It's a chance to test your endurance, connect with fellow explorers, and make a tangible difference to our planet.
