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SUMMARY:Walking for Cuddles - Bradgate Park - 13th March 2027 (Dog-friendly walk)
DESCRIPTION:Bradgate Park Walk – Newton Linford\, Leicestershire (Dog-friendly walk)\nGet tickets and find out more \nThis is the first of three guided walks.\nYou can join just this one or commit to all three.\nTogether\, they build towards the toughest challenge.\nScafell at sunrise. \n\nThis walk sets the tone.\nTime on your feet.\nSteady distance.\nBig views.\nNo rush.\n\nWhat you’ll experience\n\n\n830 acres of open countryside\, minutes from Leicester\nA wild landscape with rocky outcrops and ancient oak trees\nSeasonal views across the park\nThe ruins of Bradgate House\, childhood home of Lady Jane Grey\nBeacon Hill\, an extinct volcano with wide views towards Nottingham\, Derby\, Burton-on-Trent and beyond\n\nThe walk\n\nAround 16 to 17 km\, roughly 10 miles\nAbout four hours at a steady pace\nAround 400 m of elevation gain\nMostly well-made paths and tarmac\nFinal section on grass paths\, which may be muddy or slippery\nA café stop after the first 1.5 miles for coffee\n\nThis is a highlight tour of the park\, with enough distance and elevation to prepare you for what’s coming later in the series. \nThe Ruins of Bradgate House\nMeeting details\n\nMeet at 09:30 in the Bradgate Park car park\nToilets available at the start\nWalking begins at 10:00\n\nCar parking\n\nNewton Linford\, LE6 0HB\nWhat3Words: boats.entertainer.strict\n£6 all-day parking\nANPR system in use. Pay at the machines before leaving\n\nWhat to bring\n\nWalking shoes or boots\nSports trousers or leggings. No jeans\nSports tops. Avoid cotton\nWarm layer such as a fleece\nWaterproof jacket\nSpare clothing in case of mud or rain\nHat and sunglasses\nSun cream\n1.5 to 2 litres of water\nFood and snacks\n\nWhy Join\nYou get more than a walk.\nYou build confidence.\nYou build stamina.\nYou meet others working towards the same goal.\nAre you joining just this one.\nOr are you committing to the full journey\, all the way to Scafell at sunrise. \nCosts\n\n £25 registration fee\nFundraising is welcome but not compulsory\n\nWhen you register to fundraise for The Luca Foundation\, you receive a full fundraising pack to help you hit your target fast. \nGet tickets and find out more
URL:https://thelucafoundation.org.uk/event/walking-for-cuddles-bradgate-park-13th-march-2027-dog-friendly-walk/
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SUMMARY:Walking for Cuddles - Edale Kinder Scout - April 24th 2027
DESCRIPTION:Get tickets and find out more \nReady for a Riot?\nStep onto the birthplace of our National Parks.\nKinder Scout is where ordinary people challenged access laws in 1932.\nThat mass trespass helped shape the future of public access in the UK.\nNow it’s your turn to take a stand. Not against landowners. But for families who need support.\nWalk with purpose.\nWalk for Cuddles. \n\n\n\nCosts\n\n\n£25 registration fee\nFundraising is welcome but not compulsory\n\nWhen you register to fundraise for The Luca Foundation\, you receive a full fundraising pack to help you hit your target fast. \nThe Route\nStarting in Edale\, Derbyshire\, we follow part of the Pennine Way via Jacob’s Ladder.\nYou’ll experience: \n\nKinder Low trig point\nKinder Downfall\, the highest waterfall in the Peak District\nGritstone edges along the plateau\nBig open views across the Dark Peak\n\n\nLunch will come with a view.\nWe then loop around the plateau edge before descending back into Edale. \nOn the Day\nGrade: Medium\nDistance: 12.5 miles\nDuration: 6–7 hours\nTotal ascent: 735 metres\nStart and finish: Edale\nGuides: Experienced walkers with First Aid certification\nThis is a solid day in the hills.\nExpect rocky\, uneven paths and a sustained climb of around 3.7 miles.\nTraining for something bigger?\nThis is great preparation for Scafell Pike. \nWhen You Register\nYou’ll receive the same full fundraising pack as our other events.\nYour pack includes: \n\nWelcome guide with a clear plan\nSponsorship forms\nSocial media graphics\nEmail templates\nFundraising tips\nOngoing support from The Luca Foundation team\n\nYou won’t be guessing what to do next.\nYou’ll have structure from day one. \nFood and Water\nThere are no refill stops on the route.\nBring: \n\n2–3 litres of water\nPlenty of food\nHigh-energy snacks\n\nFuel well.\nThis is a long day. \nWeather\nUK weather changes fast.\nBring layers.\nBring waterproofs.\nEvents are weather dependent.\nLeaders will make safety decisions on the day if needed.\nYou’ll receive updates before the event.\n \nEssential Kit\nClothing: \n\nWaterproof jacket\nInsulating mid-layer\nBreathable base layer\nWalking trousers\nWaterproof over-trousers\nHat and gloves\nSun hat\n\nFootwear: \n\nComfortable walking boots or shoes\nProper walking socks\n\nRucksack essentials: \n\nFirst aid kit\nFully charged phone\nSuncream and sunglasses\nBlister care\nWater\nSnacks\nSpare warm layer\nPersonal medication\nEmergency contact details\n\nNo denim.\nNo cotton T-shirts. \nParking and Facilities\nThere are three car parks in Edale:\nMain Car Park – S33 7ZP – £6.00\nTrain Station Car Park – S33 7ZN – £2.50\nOverspill parking – £5.00 \nArrive early.\nThey fill quickly. \nToilets are available at the main car park.\nThere’s also a pub and café in Edale for post-walk food. \nWhy This Walk Matters\nKinder Scout changed access to the outdoors.\nNow you can change something too.\nEvery step raises funds.\nEvery donation supports families.\nReady to walk where history was made?\nRegister now.\nGet your fundraising pack.\nStart training.\n#KinderScoutWalk\n#WalkForCuddles\n#TheLucaFoundation\n#PeakDistrict\n#CharityChallenge\n#HikeForACause \nImage Copyright: Attribution Rob Bendall (used with permission)  \nGet tickets and find out more
URL:https://thelucafoundation.org.uk/event/walking-for-cuddles-edale-kinder-scout-july-12th/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270711
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SUMMARY:Walking for Cuddles - Scafell Sunrise Challenge - July 11th 2027
DESCRIPTION:Conquer Scafell Pike\nGet tickets and find out more \nOur Final Walk. Our Biggest Challenge.\nThis is it.\nWalk 3 of 3. \nWe started with accessible routes.\nWe built confidence.\nWe built stamina.\nWe built community. \nNow we take on England’s highest peak.\n\nScafell Pike stands at 978 metres.\nThis isn’t just another walk.\nIt’s a statement. \nYou’ve trained for this.\nYou’ve earned this. \nWhy We’ve Worked Up to This One\nWalk 1 tested your commitment.\nWalk 2 stretched your endurance.\nWalk 3 proves what you’re capable of. \nEach step has prepared you for: \n\nSteeper climbs\nLonger distance\nEarlier starts\nBigger goals\n\nThis summit represents every mile you’ve already walked for The Luca Foundation.\nWhen you stand at the top at sunrise\, you’ll know exactly why you’re there. \nThe Challenge\nStart: Wasdale Head\nDistance: 3 miles up\, 3 miles down\nHeight gained: 989 metres\nDuration: Around 5 hours\nGrade: Medium \nYou’ll climb as the world sleeps.\nYou’ll reach the summit as the sun rises.\nYou’ll descend knowing you’ve done something most people never attempt. \nOver 100\,000 people climb Scafell Pike each year.\nVery few do it for something bigger than themselves. \nOn the Day\n01:30 – Meet at Wasdale Head\n02:00 – Begin ascent\n05:00 – Reach the summit and watch the sunrise\n05:30 – Begin descent\n08:00 – Return to Wasdale Head \nYou’ll be guided by qualified Mountain Leaders.\nSafety equipment carried.\nSmall group ratios.\nFull insurance in place. \nYou focus on the climb.\nWe handle the structure. \nWhat’s Included\n\nQualified and first aid trained Mountain Leaders\n1:10 leader to participant ratio\nSafety equipment\nPublic Liability and Professional Indemnity cover\nOptional logistics support\n\nYou bring:\n\nProper boots with ankle support\nWaterproof layers\nWarm clothing\nHead torch\nFood and water\nDetermination\n\nFundraising Options\nYou can:\nSelf-fund\nCover your own challenge cost and raise as much as you can. \nMinimum sponsorship pledge\nCommit to a set fundraising target agreed with your charity.\nWhichever route you choose\, the goal is the same.\nRaise as much as possible for families who need support. \nWhy This Matters\nMountains are hard.\nFundraising can be hard. \nBut neither compares to what some families face.\nWhen your legs burn on the final ascent\, remember why you signed up. \nYou’re not climbing for a medal.\nYou’re climbing for impact. \nReady to Take the Final Step?\nYou’ve walked.\nYou’ve trained.\nYou’ve shown up. \nNow conquer Scafell Pike. \nStand on the highest point in England.\nFinish what you started.\nMake it count for The Luca Foundation. \nAre you in? \nLINK FOR Registration here (CODE for booking) \nGet tickets and find out more \nLooking for somewhere to stay https://www.wasdale.com/3.html
URL:https://thelucafoundation.org.uk/event/walking-for-cuddles-scarfell-sunrise-challenge-august-9th-2026/
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