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Better than Everest! |
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Written by Peter Burgess
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Thursday, 31 March 2011 |
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 Sir Chris Bonington, Britain's best loved and admired mountaineer, will lead one of three sponsored walks on Saturday 14th May to raise money for the Campaign for National Parks. The walks begin and end at Derwent Bank, an idyllic country house on the shores of Derwentwater. The Grisedale Horseshoe is a challenging 9 mile walk, open to just 25 people, who will walk with Sir Chris on a route that, in his own words, is " better than Everest with some of the most lovely views you will get anywhere in the world".
 For the less experienced walker there is also a moderate 6 mile walk and an easy 3 mile walk which is suitable for all ages and abilities. Bordered by woods and towering crags, Derwentwater is hailed as 'Queen of the Lakes', and is surrounded by some of the most magnificent scenery in the Lake District. All walkers can rest their weary feet after their challenge and take afternoon tea with Sir Chris after their walk. The walks are open to everyone but numbers are limited and you must register to take part. There is a registration fee £35 for the challenging walk, £15 adults and £7.50 for children for the other two walk; this includes afternoon tea. Walkers are also asked to raise sponsorship for the event.
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, call 020 7924 4077 ext 223 or visit our website www.cnp.org.uk for more details.
Event URL: http://www.cnp.org.uk/content/better-everest |
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