Challenges

Mount Everest – the ultimate summit

February 18, 2015

At an incredible 8,848m, (29,035ft) Mount Everest is the tallest of the Nepalese Himalayan giants. First scaled in 1953, the world’s most revered mountain has drawn climbers from all corners of the globe to tackle its summit. Whilst over 5,000 climbers have made it from Everest Base Camp to the top, some 250 have sadly lost their lives, with the biggest loss occurring last year when 16 Sherpa’s lost their lives in the Icefall of 2014. This catastrophe has created a catalyst for change. Today, 62 years since the first ascent, the Nepali Government have chosen to adapt the route to the infamous summit in favour of a safer (and slightly harder!) climb.

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Challenges, Inspiration

‘Kung Hei Fat Choy!!!’ Happy New Year!!

February 12, 2015

Ni Hao!! It’s nearly February 19th which means only one thing, it’s Chinese New Year! In 2015 Chinese people all over the world will welcome in the year of the Sheep, however you don’t have to head all the way to China to join in the festivities! London’s Chinatown celebrations are the largest outside of Asia, so why not head down there and wish ‘Kung Hei Fat Choy’ (Happy New Year) to everyone! Continue Reading…

Latest News

New leaders wanted for UK mountain and hill-walking events!

February 9, 2015

Opportunity Details…

Charity Challenge, the UK’s leading tour operator specializing in charity events, is looking to recruit leaders for UK challenges from May to September 2015.

We have several large-scale charity events taking place in diverse areas of the UK throughout summer 2015: South Downs, Pembrokeshire, Snowdonia, the Lake District and the Scottish Highlands among others! We are hoping to recruit a large number of leaders to work on these events, from 1 to 3 days. If you hold a Summer Mountain Leader or a Walking Group Leader qualification and are based in or near these areas then we are keen to hear from you. Continue Reading…

Tips & Advice

Don’t get dizzy, it’s okay to peak above the clouds…

February 5, 2015

Altitude sickness can sadly effect anyone, however with proper acclimatisation and a good level of fitness, your mountain should soon become a mole hill…

alt 1 At Charity Challenge some of our most spectacular challenges reach dizzying heights, seeing you summit at considerable altitude. Below we have broken down 3 of the most popular treks in a handy table to help give you an overview of what to expect as you climb up the mountain and through the clouds… Continue Reading…

Latest News

The British Citizen Awards!!!

February 2, 2015

The British Citizen Awards were held for the first time this year, hosted by Baroness Cox at the Palace of Westminster yesterday. The award was created to recognise and celebrate the achievements of ordinary people that do extraordinary things. One of the nominees and WINNERS is a familiar face around these parts, Simon Albert, Managing Director of Charity Challenge! Simon received his award last Thursday, one of only 30 Britons to do so!

Congratulations Simon!


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So far Charity Challenge has helped raise over £40million for more than 1,700 UK and Irish- registered charities inspiring thousands of individuals, charities and corporate organisations to step outside their comfort zones. Simon has donated more than £500,000 of the organisation’s own funds to local community projects in developing countries, to help advance education, sanitation and environmental protection. This has ranged from funding access to education for rural communities, to providing medical facilities where they are most in need.

On being nominated… “I feel so privileged to be able to do something I love and am passionate about, whilst at the same time supporting individuals to achieve their goals and charities to gain much needed support. To receive this award is really unbelievable and I hope I can do it justice and continue to help raise many millions more in the future! Continue Reading…

Inspiration

2015 – Your Year of No Regrets!

January 22, 2015

With January almost over, many of us have already ditched our new year’s resolutions, fallen back into old habits and forgotten what the gym looks like. At Charity Challenge we want to help you live those dreams, and to do so, we’re launching our No Regrets campaign, the perfect way to kick start your 2015 with an exciting challenge and goal to look forward too.  Even more importantly, we’re offering 25% off your deposit*! So pick that Bucket List back up and add something new! Because let’s face it, nobody ever looked back and thought, I wish I’d done less.

Make 2015 the year you change your life and do something utterly brilliant!

 

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 You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.

 ~Mae West

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“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.”
~ Helen Keller

There are many reasons why people partake in a Challenge, for many it’s a great fitness goal, a chance to explore and visit a country they might otherwise miss out on, a way to test themselves mentally and physically or tick one off the bucket list. For others the sole reason is to raise money for a particular cause close to their hearts, or in memory of a loved one. For some, it’s all of the above. So, whatever your reason, if you’ve always dreamt of touching the clouds at the top of Kilimanjaro, standing in the shadows of Everest or running your hands through the fluttering prayer flags of Little Tibet, watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat or setting over the African Savannah, there has never been a better time to do it than now! You will have no regrets over taking part in a challenge.

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the things you did.
~ Mark Twain 

 

 Also, if you book before the end of January you’ll be entered into our January Gadget Giveaway – with a Camcorder and Tablet up for grabs!

*Terms and conditions apply.

Sources:

http://www.positivethinking-toolbox.com/best-life-quotes.html