Ribble Way Challenge

After the huge success of the 2011 event the Sue Ryder Ribble Way Challenge is back for its fourth year in June 2012 with a new 50k route option in addition to the full 100k challenge.

Could you walk across two counties, navigating through multi terrain all against the clock?

Join us for an exhilarating walk through stunning countryside and experience an event with a difference. Step up to the challenge of walking 50K in under 15 hours or 100k in less than 30 hours.

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Distance	50K in under 15 hours or 100k in less than 30 hours
Registration fee	£25.00 per team member (minimum of two walkers per team) Support Crew go free
Fundraising target	£250 – we ask each team member to aim to raise £250
Activity level	Moderate - this is a physically demanding challenge and training will be necessary. Training guides will be provided.
The challenge	To walk across two counties, navigating through multi terrain all against the clock. 50K in under 15 hours or 100k in less than 30 hours.
Training required	Yes
Date	16th & 17th June 2012
Activity type	Challenge, Trekking
Location	Ribblehead Viaduct, Settle 50K Finish Line; Edisford Bridge, Clitheroe, Lancashire 100K Finish Line; The Dolphin Inn, Longton, Preston, Lancashire

Event Facts:

Extreme physical and mental challenge
Two challenge options – 50k in 15 hours or 100k in less than 30 hours
Specialist support provided by Bowland Pennine Mountain Rescue Team to ensure walkers are fully briefed and supported from start to finish
Amazing scenery in the daylight with the additional challenge of navigating in the darkness for those brave enough to take on the 100k challenge
Teams (minimum of two) will require their own support team who will be vital success and comfort along the way.

For further information please see the link at the bottom of the page 'So I was wondering...'

“It was a hard challenge but the team camaraderie pulled us through and got us to the end. We are all looking forward to the next challenge once the blisters have disappeared.”
Charles Calvert, Oakworth, Yorkshire (100k Route)

“There is no better event to watch the tears of accomplishment on crossing the finish line. Family and friends watch in delight to welcome back their loved ones. I am very proud of everyone who took part as this event is not for the faint hearted. The sense of pride and joy is priceless.”
Clare Richards, Sue Ryder Fundraiser.

Don't have anyone to walk with?

Join the 'Brave in Boots' team who are individual walkers taking part in the event together. Click here to register your place now.

This team will be made up of many people from different locations who are keen walkers and some who have never taken on a challenge like this before.

There will be a meeting to introduce all individuals to each other and a training walk to get to know each other before the event day.

To sign up for this team use the 'Brave in Boots' team name when signing up and we will be in touch with the details of the Brave in Boots Meeting.

Join many others in this superb walking challenge.

For further information on this team please give the Fundraising Team a call on 01772 698145 or 07788181300.

Once registered set up your online fundraising page here

Event Partners

Event details

Date	16 - 17 June 2012
Activity type	Challenge, Trekking
Location	Ribblehead Viaduct, Settle

Contact details

Name	Clare Richards
Telephone	01772 698 145
Email	northwestfundraising@sueryder.org

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