Conquer the highest peak in each of Ireland’s 4 Provinces in one weekend.
Raise awareness and much needed funds for SERVE to work in solidarity, service and partnership with marginalised and oppressed communities around the world, empowering them to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice.
SERVE 4 Peaks Challenge 2020 Trailer
The Details
Where and When?
Where?
Conquer the highest peaks across the four provinces of Ireland
- Carrauntoohil, Co. Kerry (1,038m)
- Mweelrea, Co. Mayo (814m)
- Slieve Donard, Co. Down (925m)
- Lugnaquilla, Co. Wicklow (850m)
When?
- This event was due to take place on 25th – 28th June 2020, but due to COVID-19, we postponed this event until further notice. Please see our statement on this above.
Weekend Schedule:
- Thursday evening: Meet at An Oige Youth Hostel, Killarney, Co. Kerry
- Friday: Climb Carrauntoohil & travel to Delphi Mountain Resort, Co. Mayo
- Saturday: Climb Mweelrea & travel to Greenhill YMCA, Newcastle, Co. Down
- Sunday: Climb Slieve Donard & travel to Co. Wicklow to climb the last mountain, Lugnaquilla. The challenge finishes with a celebratory party after the last climb in the Glenmalure Lodge, Co. Wicklow.
Who?
Who?
Fee & Fundraising?
Registration fee:
Team Cost: €750 / £650 = (€150 /£130 per person)
The registration fee covers the costs of running the event.
Fundraising target:
The fundraising target is €2500 (£2000) per team (Teams of 5).
This fundraising target goes directly towards SERVE’s work.
What’s Included?
Your registration fee includes:
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- 3 nights B&B
- An Oige Youth Hostel, Killarney, Co. Kerry
- Delphi Mountain Resort, Co. Mayo
- Greenhill YMCA, Donard Park, Newcastle, Co. Down
- 3 nights B&B
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- Qualified and highly experienced mountain guides for each mountain
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- Refreshments and hot beverages before/after each climb
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- A celebratory party after the last climb in the Glenmalure Lodge, Co. Wicklow
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- Fundraising support from SERVE
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- A fairtrade SERVE t-shirt and a SERVE stainless steel reusable water bottle
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- SERVE 4 peaks challenge pack – everything you need to know to get you 4peaks-ready!
Registration
To Register:
- Click on the black “Register Here” button above
- You will be asked to register as the team Captain & input your details on the form
- A member of the SERVE team will be in contact with you to confirm details, instruct you on how to pay the registration fee and to register the remaining team members.
FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- What’s it all about? The 4 Peaks Challenge is a great way to spend a fun weekend outdoors with your friends or colleagues while raising much needed funds for a worthy cause.
- Can anyone participate? All participants must be aged 18 years and over. All participants must be in good health and have a reasonable fitness level.
- What do I need to bring?
• Heavy fleece/wind stopper
• Hat and gloves
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Platypus/water bottle (3L)
• Spare dry base layers
• Walking trousers
• Walking boots
• Sunglasses/sun protection
• Day sack (20/30L)
• Waterproof bag cover
• Energy bars/snacks
• Casual wear for evening
• Wash kit & trek towel
For more information
Your SERVE fundraising team is here to help you reach your target by providing support and advice. This will include online fundraising tools, sponsor cards, t-shirts and other resources.
For more information contact Fiachra Brennan:
Email fiachra@serve.ie
