We have our own Events programme of guided walks and other events. However other organised recreational events such as the Three Peaks Challenge have become increasingly popular throughout the National Park to raise funds for charity or as a personal challenge.
Well-managed events reduce the risk of environmental impact or disruption to communities. So if you are planning an event, please contact us for advice and specialist local knowledge and use the ‘Checklist for organisers’.
All charity events, including the Three Peaks Challenge, should observe the Institute of Fundraising’s code of practice for ‘Outdoor Fundraising Events in the UK’ (opens in new window).
Checklist for organisers
If you are planning to organise a challenge, charity or training event this checklist will help ensure that it runs smoothly, your participants have a good time, and you will be welcomed back.
Please seek our advice. We want all organised recreational events, including yours, to be a success and sustainable.
- Inform us well in advance - call 01539 724555 or e-mail hq@lake-district.gov.uk
- If you are intending to advertise your event with signs or posters please contact us for details
- Plan early and consult widely
- Ask for permissions (for example landowner, highways authority, police)
- Arrange appropriate insurance and contingency cover
- Avoid inappropriate dates and times, and remote locations with poor access
- Use public transport or shared vehicles
- Keep to appropriate participant numbers and brief entrants thoroughly
- Let your participants know this is a National Park with special qualities
- Be aware of sensitive landscapes, habitats and archaeological sites
- Respect the needs of landowners and the privacy of residents
- Take heed of forestry and farming operations
- Encourage everyone involved to stay locally and buy goods locally
- Remove all signs of the event immediately afterwards
- Acknowledge the co-operation you have received
Three Peaks Challenge - contacting rangers
If you planning to climb Scafell Pike as part of the Three Peaks Challenge, please contact the relevant Ranger depending on your start point:
- Chris Berry for Wasdale Head on 01229 716091 or chris.berry@lake-district.gov.uk
- or Pete Barron for Seathwaite on, 01768 871404 or pete.barron@lake-district.gov.uk
to discuss your event and any matters of particular local concern.
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