The New Two-Day Event Being Held In Northumberland on 20-21st August
I recieved an email today from some people ive shopped with before,about an event they have planned,so i offered to help share the event for them.Here are the details
Meet The Challenge
The New Two-Day Event Being Held In Northumberland on 20-21st August
Online retailer and adventure specialists, Above & Beyond, are holding a two-day outdoor event based in Northumberland, created to test the stamina and endurance of all those who enter.
Called The Challenge, the event will see participants who take part enjoy a free nights camping at Ingram before being bussed (free of charge) to Kirk Yetholm in Scotland.
From there, they’ll have to navigate to Clennell Hall in Northumberland National Park, via a route of their own choosing. However, they must hit our check points which will ensure they take in some of the regions most impressive scenery and well-know hills.
Then, after another night of free camping in the grounds of Clennell Hall (which is free from light pollution and is only 40 minutes away from the Kielder Obseratory), they’ll then have to find their way back across this incredible part of the UK to where it all began in Ingram.
Over the two days, those taking part can expect to cover around 40 miles of beautiful terrain; although this will vary for each participant as there’s no fixed route. Entrants must hit a series of check points along their way, however, the route they choose to take between each is up to them.
This introduces an element of strategy to proceedings, as route choice will need to take into account a number of things; such as weather, terrain, skills, fitness and ability.
That said, The Challenge isn’t a contest or a race and how people tackle it is up to them. They can walk it at a gentle pace and admire the beautiful scenery of Northumberland, or go ultra-light and run the entire way.
The Challenge is with themselves - not against others taking part. And a challenge it will be, because although the rolling hills of Northumberland are beautiful at times they are brutal too. If you enter, expect to ascend between 3 to 4.5K feet each day.
Event Organiser, Darren Smith, had this to say: “We decided to create the Challenge because we’re based in Northumberland and we love the Region. We wanted more people who enjoy outdoor life to experience the incredible scenery in this amazing part of the world.
“Northumberland National Park was voted the UK’s favourite national park and has topped a Condé Nast Travellers List of The World’s Best Parks, yet a lot of people don’t realise how amazing, vast and unspoilt the scenery is up here. We want more people to experience it.”
He went on: “We work with some of the world’s leading adventurers and wanted the event to reflect this. The clothing, equipment and brands we sell cater for wild camping and adventure in the world’s toughest environments, therefore, we felt the event should reflect this. So that’s what we created - a walk in the park which will be any but!”
As well as being a physical challenge, those taking part will need to be on point mentally, too, with good navigational skills (or have a member in their group who possesses them). And they will need to be self sufficient in the hills over the two days as well, carrying their own food and water. There is the chance to grab a shower, food and drinks during their night of camping at Clennell Hall - but during the day runners and walkers will be reliant on the kit and provision they have with them in their rucksacks.
Clennell Hall itself is a stunning Grade II Listed building where everyone taking part will be allowed to camp for free. If they like, those wishing to run the Challenge can rent a room at Clennell Hall and leave their tent at home giving them the option of going ultra light. There’s a stream for people to wash in or hot showers if they prefer. There’s also a bar and restaurant but people are equally welcome to bring their own food and stoves - the event really is flexible and designed to be whatever type of adventure you want it to be.
In the morning there’s the chance to grab a bacon butty for £2.50 (or more substantial breakfast) before setting off back to Ingram. Camping at Ingram is also free, meaning once participants make it back they have the option of staying on a few extra days to see and explore more of stunning Northumberland.
Tickets for The Challenge are just £45 and those who wish to enter can register here:
For more info visit the event page on the Above & Beyond website:
For Press, PR or Sponsorship inquiries please contact:
Darren Smith, Director
Above & Beyond Adventure Ltd
07860 280477
Summary:
- Northumberland’s Only 2-day event
- Takes place August 20-21st 2016
- Run, walk or crawl - it’s up to you
- Entrants plot their own route
- Participants will be self-sufficient in the hills
- Camp at Clennell Hall or book a room
- Tickets Price: £45
- Free camping
- Free parking during the event
- Free collection by buss at Ingram for ride to Kirk Yetholm
About Above & Beyond Adventure Ltd:
- Specialist online retailer
- High-end clothing and equipment for any adventure
- TGO Awards Online Retailer of the Year 2013
- Voted runner up in TGO awards every year since
- Run adventure training courses as well as sell outdoor equipment
- Supporting a number of adventurers and charity expeditions
- Ambassadors: Megan Hine, Neil Remfrey-Foote & Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team
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