Hike for Homeless 2024
Hike for Homeless 2024
Events
The most unique and anticipated walking event on the UK charity calendar.
- Start Date: 8th Jun, 2024 @ 8:00am
- Closing Date: 8th Jun, 2024 @ 8:00pm
- Location: South Wales
The most unique and anticipated walking event on the UK charity calendar.
We are pleased to announce that Hike for Homeless 2024 is happening on Saturday 8th June around the Abergavenny area in South Wales.
By raising funds and awareness by hiking in this beautiful part of Wales, we aim to provide essential support to young people at risk of homelessness in the West Midlands, who are in increasing need of our help.
There are 3 levels of Hike this year, from beginner to expert:
Skirrid - Short Route
This route spans 8 miles with 1 hill of 486m. It boasts incredible views and is perfect for beginners. It is said locally that the Earth from Skirrid Fawr is sacred, being spread in the foundations of many historical buildings nearby.
Twyn yr Allt - Medium route
Also inclusive of Skirrid, this route includes Twyn yr Allt and spans 15 miles, with 2 hills of 468m and 341m. In this area, you can see evidence of an Iron Age Hillfort from about 2000 years ago- defensive ditches which surrounded Celtic villages.
Sugar Loaf - Long route
Also inclusive of Skirrid and Twyn yr Allt, our longest route spans 23 miles, with 3 hills of 468m, 341m and 596m. Sugar Loaf provides a spectacular backdrop to the market town of Abergavenny with panoramic views across South Wales, the Brecon Beacons and into south-west England from its peak.
The views from each of these summits are stunning, making for great photo opportunities and quiet reflection, as well as the joy of reaching a shared goal with your friends, co-workers, and local community.
- Short route approx. 8 miles – 9-10am start, 2/3 hours average
- Medium route approx. 15 miles – 8-9am start, 5/6 hours average
- Long route, approx. 23 miles – 7-8am start, 10/11 hours average
Remember to use code H4HEARLYBIRD for 10% off your registration until March 31st!
What Else Will The Event Involve?
Throughout the Hike, you will find many chances to rest and soak in the views at our strategic checkpoints.
We provide not only water and energy treats, but we have the most amazing marshals you will ever meet! There are no markers on this challenge- just a map/picture guide and/or GPS to guide you through. If in doubt- always ask a marshal.
There will be many chances to celebrate your success post-hike, including a massive community barbecue at a local pub, the Three Pools, who are pulling out all the stops for Team St Basils.
Want to rest in Wales? The Three Pools also have great accommodation, so please check out their Three Pools accommodation page.
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Sign up at the link below and remember to use code H4HEARLYBIRD for 10% off your registration until March 31st!
Registration closes at 5pm on Friday 31st May.
2023 Hike for Homeless
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who took part in Hike For Homeless 2023. Below you’ll find a link to the PDF with every team’s start and finish times and photos from the day.
Check out a selection of some of our favourite photos from last year’s Hike at the famous Peak District.
Why should you participate?
Your participation will directly contribute to providing shelter, education, and essential support services for young people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
Our services include:
- Supported Accommodation
- Emergency accommodation
- Care Leavers Support
- Employability Programme
- Homelessness prevention services (such as mediation and substance misuse support)
- Youth Voice (a programme dedicated to preventing homelessness by ensuring young people are heard in the homelessness prevention sphere)
Every penny raised will contribute to ensuring these services stay available for those who need them.
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