WWTW celebrate record-breaking Cumbrian Challenge

Last weekend, WWTW, along with event sponsors Sunbelt Rentals, DXC, FDM, and BAE Systems, celebrated a record-breaking Cumbrian Challenge with more than 940 supporters taking part. 

The Cumbrian Challenge is the charity’s flagship fundraising event and a highlight in our annual events calendar. This year, participants braved Heartbreak Hill, alongside the sun, wind and rain as they tackled the Peak, Tough and Tougher routes ranging from 12km to 27km. So far, the event has raised over £250,000, and the total is still rising.

Route winners

The winning teams completed the routes in:

• Peak: 2 hours 50 minutes
• Tough: 4 hours 36 minutes
• Tougher: 4 hours 23 minutes

The fastest teams in each category were Stroll Patrol (Peak), The Mobile Dog Groomers (Tough) and Will Run For Cold Ones (Tougher).

Tony Hulton, CEO of Walking With The Wounded, said, “Thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s Cumbrian Challenge, as well as our corporate partners and the WWTW team who helped make it happen. It was a privilege to see so many supporters take on the Cumbrian Fells for the charity and raise money to support those who served.

“The Cumbrian Challenge is our flagship fundraising event, and it is fantastic to see such strong support for the Armed Forces community, particularly as the charity marks its 15th anniversary this year.”

WWTW Events Manager Martin Lynn added, “The Cumbrian Challenge is always a standout moment in the charity’s events calendar, and every year I’m amazed by the number of people who dedicate their time to taking part in support of Walking With The Wounded.

“This year’s routes were challenging, and the weather conditions tested everyone at times, but seeing participants cross the finish line smiling made it all worthwhile. Bring on Cumbrian Challenge 2027.”