Lyke Wake Walk, North Yorkshire

 Saturday 5 June 2010

Heart Research UK is launching a brand new walking challenge this year, for teams and individuals. The Lyke Wake Walk is a demanding 40 mile crossing of the North Yorkshire Moors from Ravenscar to Osmotherley. It is an established walk which was created over 50 years ago with participants challenged to complete the walk in 24 hours.

It is a hard walk not for the faint hearted so it is important to prepare well for it. The route involves climbing 5000ft and the highest point of the walk is Botton Head at 1489ft. It is undulating with a number of short steep climbs and two ravines, coupled with peat bogs crossings.

Due to the length and difficulty of the walk this event includes accommodation and meals. The entry fee of £55 helps us cover the costs of the Osmotherly YHA on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 June as well as an evening meal on Saturday 5 June and meals/refreshments along the route. Walkers only need to provide their own kit and snacks - full information and kit list will be provided.

£55 entry fee

£150 target sponsorship

If you think you’ve got what it takes to complete this tough walking challenge contact Rachel for further details or call 0113 2347474.

You can download an entry form for the Lyke Wake Walk here or request a hard copy from our team.

There are other ways you can support us click here to find out more