Gower Coastal Challenge Walk
Event Snapshot:
Date: Saturday 18th August 2012
Meeting Time: 05:00 registration for a 05:54 Start
Estimated Finish Time: 20:00
Walk Distance: 36 miles
Cost: Registration £45 plus your pledge to raise at least £150 for Sense
Sunrise: 05:54
Sunset: 20:29
Time to complete: 14 hours 35 minutes
Distance: 36 Miles
Speed: 2.5 mph
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Event Description:
We begin this challenge watching the sun rise over Swansea bay. From our vantage point on the Mumbles headland the challenge heads west to the far end of the Gower Peninsular taking in some of the most famous bays and beaches such as Langland, Oxwich and Three Cliffs. Before reaching the stunningly beautiful Rhossilli (picutred above) we walk over Rhossilli Down enjoying panoramic views of the Peninuslar and as far away as Cornwall and Devon. Before we head east back arcoss the centre of the Gower and into Caswell Bay for a celebratory drink and well deserved rest.
Whether you want to enjoy a fun day out, challenge yourself, or just to do something for charity, this event could be the perfect one for you!
This event is fully supported, with the route clearly marked, there's a professional back up team and checkpoints along the way. At these checkpoints you can enjoy complimentary refreshments, and if you need it, receive first aid provisions and treatments.
You are welcome to complete this challenge as an individual or in teams so why not try and get a group of your together from work...
Self Guided:
For this events we will be marking out the route for you and you will be following a well sign posted national trail. However, we will have experienced walk guide all along the route with staff check points to ensure you are kept on the right path.
Event Itinerary:
05:00 Registratin opens
05:54 The challenge begins
20:00 Challenge complete
What you get:
- Your chance to explore the UK'S firs Aree of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- Full support and first aid provision from professional Mountain Leaders
- A certificate of completion of the walk.
- A chance to really challenge yourself.
- An active, social and fun day on the Gower Coast.
- The Chance to meet new people
- A Loyalty Pass from Large Outdoors worth £35 giving you access to 100's of free walks and discounts on some great walking weekends away. The perfect way to train for this event.
Are Dogs Allowed? Yes dogs are allowed on this event on the condition their owners abide by our Dogs Code of Conduct.
Registering:
Please register for this event online using the form at the bottom of this page. We accept most major credit and debit cards online. However, If you would prefer to pay by BACS/Cheque please select the option for BACS or cheque below. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the LargeOutdoors office.
Meeting Location:
Venue Address: We will be meeting on the Mumbles Headland to watch the sunrise. Full details will be posted out closer to the event time.
Please note that Google Maps may not show an accurate location as it is based on a local Postcode. Please take special care on often remote country roads and take note of all instructions above.