More then 550 volunteers took part in this years Chiltern 3 Peaks Challenge to raise money for the very deserving charity, the Rennie Grove Hospice.
The challenge itself required a walk along the Eastern section of the Ridgeway-Britain's oldest road, through three different counties in a place that has been designated an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Last year I made the mistake of carrying way too much, so this year, I ditched the rucksack entirely, which made the 18 mile walk so much easier. I figured food was available all along the course-which it was, including the chance to nip into the Co-op in Wendover, so that was one thing less to carry. And water bottles were generously provided at regular water stations along the route so again, I didn't need to carry them either. In fact, there wasn't even really a great need for that regular of hikers staple: the first aid kit, because members of the St John's ambulance were also supporting the days events and could be seen all along the course. This was a reflection on just how well organized the event was-everything was provided, even down to your transport back to your car, courtesy of Arriva buses and the drivers themselves who freely gave up their time.
As a local, it's a wonderful experience, because all of the Chiltern Hills I see every day on the horizon, now mean something. They are more then just hills. Places like White cross Hill, Pulpit Hill, and Coombe Hill are steep! And I have the aches in my feet and calf muscles to prove it!
Arriving at the top of the Beacon in Ivinghoe at about 4:30, to join many more walkers who were already at the top, we were presented with our medals.
It was such a good day, so cheers to Rennie Grove Hospice Care for all their hard work in organizing such wonderful event.
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