Trip Overview
Take on Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in this iconic 24-mile challenge. The English 3 Peaks is one of the UK's most famous trekking challenges — three Yorkshire Dales summits completed in a single day, with stunning views and serious physical demands. The traditional route forms a circular walk starting and finishing in Horton-in-Ribblesdale. Each peak has its own character: Pen-y-ghent's dramatic cliff face, Whernside's long ridgeline (the highest point in Yorkshire), and Ingleborough's flat summit plateau. Completing all three in under 12 hours is the standard target.
Who is this for?
A tough single-day challenge requiring strong fitness and mountain walking experience. You should be comfortable walking 10+ hours on rough terrain. The cumulative climbing makes this significantly harder than the individual peaks suggest.
Itinerary
All timings are approximate and subject to conditions.
Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, Ingleborough. Target: 10-12 hours.
Route Map
Elevation Profile
What's Included
Included
- Expert cycling guides throughout
- Full mechanical support vehicle
- 2 nights accommodation (twin share)
- All breakfasts and dinners
- Energy station snacks & drinks
- Luggage transfers each day
- Finisher medal & certificate
- Route GPS files & digital maps
Not Included
- Flights or Eurostar travel
- Bike hire (available as add-on)
- Travel insurance
- Lunches (purchased on route)
- Personal spending money
- Single room supplement
Common Questions
Gallery
Photos from past participants. Your adventure awaits!
English 3 Peaks — Participant Stories
"Just on the train home from Bordeaux after the most incredible ride experience from Paris to Bordeaux. Wayne and Mike deserve a huge amount of credit, they've been fantastic."
Harriett Busby
Google Review
"This was my first time cycling with Adventure Cafe; first time riding from London to Paris and my first time riding this sort of distance over 3 days. Lots of preparation had gone into this from AC prior to departing London."
Melv
Google Review · English 3 Peaks
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