Hike towards Healing - Welcome and Resources

A very warm welcome and thank you so much for signing up and joining our Hike toward Healing. The Hike will take place on 12th April 2025

We are so grateful to have you on our team raising vital funds and awareness, while connecting with others who have experienced ectopic pregnancy. 

When partnering with Take a Hike for our second in-person EPT walk, we feel strongly that the event will not only hold space for personal reflection but also allow connection with others who have experienced similar.  

Ben and Gareth of Take a Hike shared this vision and have personalised a route for our EPT group up and around Helvellyn which holds breath-taking views and tells a story of strength through adversity. 

Helvellyn is one of the most iconic mountains in England’s Lake District, famed for its dramatic ridges, sweeping views, and varied trails. Standing at 950 meters (3,117 feet), it’s the third-highest peak in the Lake District and offers a thrilling challenge for hikers of all levels.  From the summit, you’ll experience some of the most spectacular views in the Lake District, stretching across Ullswater, Thirlmere, and as far as the Scottish hills on a clear day. The panorama from the top is well worth the effort!

The route is mainly accessible mountain paths, with no technical terrain to speak of, which can be covered by anyone with a reasonable level of base fitness. Take A Hike ensure people stick together and we mange the group to accommodate all abilities.

This is a breath-taking challenge hike that introduces people to the mountains and their potential Wainwright journey in an enjoyable and engaging way.  Starting out in Glenridding, we head out towards the long, gradual lead in towards the breath-taking Grisdale Tarn. This beautiful valley is a very gradual climb which serves as a good warm up for the day.  Upon reaching the tarn, we take a right turn to head up Dollywaggon Pike, the first of four Wainrights on our route. This relatively short, steep pull sees us gain most of our height for the day.

Once passing Dollywaggon Pike, we move on towards Nethermost Pike (Wainwright number two) and then on to our main goal of Helvellyn itself.  We pause for lunch and to take in the views here. Helvellyn has one of the most stunning views in Lakeland as it looks across Striding Edge towards Ullswater to the East, and towards the bulk of the Lake District mountains to the West.

Refreshed, we start again towards Whiteside, our final Wainwright, before a gradual descent back to Glendridding along another beautiful valley. We will finish back at Glenridding Village Hall for refreshments and time to celebrate our achievement.

Location: Glenridding, Lake District  

Start/finish: 8:30 arrival for a prompt 9am start from Glenridding Village Hall

HQ venue: Glenridding Village Hall   

Distance: 12 miles (approx.)  

Time required: 8 hours (approx. dependent on ability) 

You MUST have the following to take part: 

• A small backpack – Capable of carrying drinks and snacks, waterproof jacket, and warm layer. 

• A good pair of walking boots or trail shoes – Trainers are NOT suitable for hiking. 

• A waterproof jacket and a warm layer – Even when the weather seems good, the hills can change quickly. 

• Drinks, packed lunch and snacks to last the day – Bottles of water and some form of nutritious food. 

• Filled in the Take a Hike PARQ Form and have it acknowledged by one of their team – This is sent by Take a Hike separately. Please ask if you are unsure. 

 

Optional extras: 

• A practical cap/hat 

• Suntan lotion 

• Sunglasses 

• Spare socks 

• Power bank 

  

We will have refreshments and a chance to relax and chat at the end of the hike. 

We are proud to be partnering with Ben and Gareth of Take a Hike UK for this in–person challenge. Ben and Gareth are both experienced hikers and provide hiking experiences, fundraising events, and team building days for individuals, charities and corporate groups with a focus on physical and emotional wellbeing. The two met while working for a walking and mental health charity in event planning and delivery and found a mutual desire to continue the work of helping people, whoever they are, to discover the physical and emotional health benefits of walking and being in nature. They have spent many hours in the mountains and moors delivering charity fundraising events, public outdoor experiences and corporate wellbeing/team building days. Both are experienced walking guides and are fully First Aid trained. 

Joining them, is our very own Fundraising Coordinator, Jill, to provide some encouragement and motivation along the way. 

• Fundraiser Agreement – this important agreement contains essential “dos’ and don’ts”.
• The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust Handout – contains information about The EPT, what we do and why it is so important. You can share it with people when requesting sponsorship.
• Letter of Authorisation – to enable you to approach local businesses, employers etc, if you wish.
• The Legals with Fundraising
• Press Release Form – to highlight your event and awareness of ectopic pregnancies.
• List of companies that offer match funding for their employees. Please let us know if your company offers match funding and is not on the list so we can keep it up to date.
• A Wellness Guide
• You are welcome to join our dedicated fundraisers Facebook group, which is a community space to share your progress, pick up tips, and celebrate achievements with other EPT fundraisers.

Below are graphics and visuals which you may find useful to promote your Challenge.

We would like to mention that taking part in fundraising, raising awareness, and sharing your experience could potentially bring back or heighten your emotions around your ectopic pregnancy loss.  Please remember that our support services are available and, if you ever need to express yourself in a safe space, please do not hesitate to get in touch using our support resources.