Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District

A full-day Lake District team challenge combining cycling, kayaking and hiking to summit Helvellyn, supporting Muscular Dystrophy UK.

Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District is a full-day team triple challenge in the World Heritage Lake District. Teams of two or four cycle around Ullswater, paddle across the lake, then hike to the summit of Helvellyn, finishing with a celebratory BBQ.

Date: Sat 19 Jun 2027
Start time: 07.00am
Challenge day schedule: 07.00am–07.00pm

Challenge stages

• Stage 1: 44 km road cycling
• Stage 2: 3 km canoeing/kayaking
• Stage 3: 17 km hiking to Helvellyn

What is included

• Online safety briefing/webinar
• Packed lunch, snacks and water during the day
• Kayak/canoe equipment (paddles and buoyancy aids)
• GPS team trackers
• Marshals, signage and first aid support
• Technical event t-shirt and finisher medal
• Complimentary BBQ at the finish
• Professional event photos (shared post-event)

Event HQ
Newbiggin Village Hall, Newbiggin, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0HT, UK

Entry
Minimum age: 16+ (16–17-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult). Limited places; teams typically sell out.

Fees and fundraising
Entry fee: £24.50
Minimum sponsorship: £450