Trek Training Walks
Great training for Kilimanjaro, Everest Base Camp or the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge!
Our trek training walks in the Peak District and Lake District are specially designed for those preparing for non-technical, overseas guided treks, in summer conditions, up mountains such as Kilimanjaro, Jebel Toubkal, the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, and Everest Base Camp.
They are also useful for those training for guided mountain challenges in the UK such as the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.
Most tour operators organising mountain walking holidays or charity challenge treks, recommend hill walking as being one of the most effective methods of preparing your body to sustain several consecutive days of uphill climbs.
Of course you don't have to be training for anything to enjoy one of these walks. If you simply enjoy a challenging hill walk, then they could be perfect for you!
We have two options for Trek Training walks:
- Join open group walks on the set dates listed below
- Arrange private guided training days on mutually convenient dates.
We can suggest suitable local accommodation if required.
If you will be travelling by public transport, please contact us for advice.
You might also find our Trek Training Advice useful. It includes our Top Ten Tips for training!
Open Group Trek Training Walks
The cost to join our open group trek training walks is £38 per person, per day. You will be in a small walking group of usually no more than six participants (reduced to five during COVID-19 pandemic) plus your friendly, professional guide
Our trek training routes do vary in the degree of difficulty. As a general rule, the more ascent, the more challenging the walk will be. If you are in doubt as to the best walk to book for the particular trek you are training for, please contact us for advice. If you are completely new to hill walking, or have any doubts about your fitness level, you might like to choose one of our ordinary 'open group' walks first. All routes are subject to change depending upon weather and ground conditions. Dates are below.
NOVEMBER 2020
Saturday 7 November - Peak District
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). Double ascent of Kinder Scout, starting from Edale. About 11 miles/17.5km with approx 1,130 metres of ascent.
Sunday 8 November - Peak District
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). Mam Tor, Back Tor and Lose Hill, from Castleton. About 9 miles/14.5km with approx 1,160 metres of ascent.
Saturday 21 November
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). A route in the hills around Dovedale in the southern part of the Peak District. About 9 miles with approx 870 metres of ascent.
Sunday 22 November
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). A route around Monsal Dale, Taddington, Brushfield and Monsal Head, starting from White Lodge car park on the A6 between Bakewell and Taddington. About 10.5 miles/17km with approx 800 metres of ascent.
DECEMBER 2020
Saturday 5 December - Peak District
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). Starting from Bamford, Bamford Edge, Win Hill and Derwent Moors. About 12 miles/19.5km with approx 990 metres of ascent.
Sunday 6 December - Peak District
(Guided by Rachel Bolton). Starting from Ashopton Viaduct, Crook Hill, Fairholmes and Derwent Edge. About 11 miles/17km with approx 970 metres of ascent.
MARCH 2021
Saturday 27 March - Lake District
(Guided by Cath Lee). Starting from The Kirkstone Pass near Ambleside, the route includes Red Screes, Gray Crag, Thornthwaite Crag and Stony Cove Pike. Approx 10 miles/16.5km with about 1,250 metres of ascent. This is a tough one! A good level of fitness is required.
Sunday 28 March - Lake District
(Guided by Cath Lee). Starting from Ambleside, the route includes Heron Pike, Great Rigg, Fairfield, Dove Crag, High Pike and Low pike. Approx 10.5 miles/17km with about 1,220 metres of ascent. This is a tough one! A good level of fitness is required.
On most of our trek training walks, we meet at 9:15am ready to set off at 9:30am. Meeting points vary and will be advised to you with your confirmation of booking. Please contact us if you need to know the exact starting point before booking.
Please note that dogs are not normally allowed on our 'open group' trek training walks.
Book for an Open Group Trek Training Walk
Please select your guide, location and dates, then book and pay below.
Trek Training with Rachel Bolton - Challenging Hill Walk, Peak District
Next available dates - Saturday 7 & 8 November. Guided Trek Training Walk with Rachel Bolton. Dates as detailed on our Trek Training page.
£38.00
Final price
- Places available
Trek Training with Cath Lee - Challenging Mountain Walk, Lake District or Yorkshire Dales
Next available dates - 27 & 28 March 2021. Guied trek training walks with Cath Lee in the Lake District or Yorkshire Dales. Dates detailed on our trek training page.
£38.00
Final price
- Places available
Private Guided Trek Training Walks
We can offer Trek Training walks in the Peak District on a wider range of dates throughout the year for small groups, couples or individuals booking on a private guided basis.
This allows greater flexibility, as we can tailor the day to your individual requirements. For available private guiding dates, please see our guided walking calendar.
Prices from £170 per day, the cost of which can be shared between members of your group, so for five or more people it can work out cheaper than joining one of our open group walks.
Please contact us to enquire and to book.
In recognition of the fact that many of our customers are training for treks abroad where they will be using the services of local mountain porters, Peak Walking Adventures provides corporate sponsorship to the International Porter Protection Group as well as other charities.
