Equipment for the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge

For self-organised, self-supported events, we suggest the kit list below, drawing particular attention to safety kit. Please see the tailored kit list for the Guided Welsh events, as some of this kit is carried by our staff.

To carry with you

  • Spare socks
  • Hill maps ( OS Explorer OL12 Pen y Fan , OL17 Snowdon & OL23 Cadair Idris )
  • Compass
  • Headtorch
  • Hill snacks
  • Gloves (& spares)
  • Hat (covering ears & spare)
  • Waterproofs (with taped seams)
  • Backpack raincover
  • Blister plasters
  • Sunglasses & suncream
  • Recommended: walking poles
  • Optional: GPS

Kit to wear

  • Walking boots (not trail shoes or trainers)
  • Hiking socks (wearing a single pair recommended, rather than using a liner sock)
  • Walking trousers (lightweight hiking trousers, not jeans or tracksuit trousers)
  • Sports top (not cotton)
  • Windproof jacket
  • Thermal baselayer

Safety Kit

We recommend carrying one of each of these amongst your group.

  • Emergency shelter
  • Safety blanket
  • First aid kit

Keep in your transport

  • Food (main supplies, carry some snacks)
  • Changes of clothes
  • 4 litres of water per person
  • Light shoes / sandals
  • Sleeping bags, blankets, travel pillows

Welsh Three Peaks Maps