Equipment for the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

We recommend carrying the kit below on a self-organised Yorkshire challenge. On an organised event, some of this, such as safety blankets and shelters, will be carried by your mountain guides.

To carry in your backpack

• Water (two litres)
• Yorkshire Three Peaks map
• Compass
  Buy from the Three Peaks Shop
• Headtorch
  Buy from the Three Peaks Shop
• Waterproofs (with taped seams)
• Spare socks
• Sunglasses & suncream
• Gloves
• Hat

Safety equipment

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

• Emergency shelter
• Safety blanket
• First aid kit

Optional equipment

• Walking poles
• GPS

Kit worn

• Walking boots
• Sports top and bottoms
• Lightweight walking trousers
• Sports-type top (not cotton)
• Fleece / sports-type hoodle