News From The Fells
Stay up to date with the latest from the Cumbrian Challenge! Read our news and updates for event info, inspiring stories, and fundraising highlights.
Clearly Drinks gear up to conquer the Cumbrian Challenge
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Two teams from Clearly Drinks will join hundreds of Walking With The Wounded supporters in Grasmere this May, as they take on their inaugural Cumbrian Challenge.
Set in the picturesque rolling hills set above the quaint village of Grasmere, the event sees participants tackle one of three routes spanning 11km to 28km. Each route takes on numerous peaks and introduces participants to stunning vistas spanning the Lake District Fells.
Victoria Doran, Head of Corporate Relationships at WWTW, said, “We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Clearly Drinks teams joining us for this year's Cumbrian Challenge. This event offers the perfect weekend for corporate supporters to come together and champion those who served and their families From navigating challenging terrain to conquering diverse routes, teams must work together every step of the way. We are looking forward to following their journey as they tackle the rugged Cumbrian Fells together.”
Angela Laverick, Head of HR at Clearly Drinks, said, “We are looking forward to immersing ourselves in the Cumbrian Challenge experience next month. This event not only tests participants' abilities but also makes a significant impact by supporting our veterans and their families. We firmly believe in the power of community, and we are proud to support such a worthy cause."
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Record turnout and victorious teams mark the 2024 Cumbrian Challenge
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The resounding success of Walking With The Wounded’s flagship fundraising event, the Cumbrian Challenge, was underscored as winners emerged from a record-breaking participation on Saturday, 18 May. This year's event saw over 600 participants take to the Fells overlooking Grasmere to raise money to support veterans and their families across the UK.
Celebrating its 11th year anniversary, the weekend event has become a beacon of solidarity, rallying nearly 2,000 teams over the years to conquer the Grasmere fells and raise over 2 million in support of ex-military personnel. The funds raised play a pivotal role in bolstering WWTW's mental health care, employment, and support care coordination programmes tailored to support veterans and their...
AEW Architects take on Cumbrian Challenge
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This year, an impressive 169 teams have signed up and are committed to taking on the challenge, including four teams from AEW Architects who will be taking on the Tough and Tougher routes.
Rob Foster from AEW Architects, commented, "We are excited to return to Grasmere, ready to conquer the Cumbrian Fells once more. Participating in the Cumbrian Challenge has been a tradition for us over the years. It's not only an excellent team-building opportunity but also a chance to contribute to a worthy cause. Our teams are looking forward to lacing up their walking boots and raising funds in support of veterans and their families."
"We're thrilled to have AEW Architects returning for the Cumbrian Challenge," added James Davis, Events Manager at...
Arqiva to take part in the Cumbrian Challenge
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Arqiva, a leading communications company, has signed up to take on the Cumbrian Challenge. This year, Arqiva joins forces with Walking With The Wounded as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the veteran community.
The Cumbrian Challenge is our flagship fundraising event that takes place on May 17 and 18 in Grasmere, Lake District. It brings together supporters from across the UK to raise funds for veterans and their families and has been a significant event in the Armed Forces community for 11 years, attracting more than 2,000 participants over the years.
Participants in the Cumbrian Challenge can choose from three routes, each with its own level of difficulty, providing an opportunity for everyone to take part and show their...