Konnect Recruit Takes on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge for The Lighthouse Club Charity
At Konnect Recruit, we believe in pushing ourselves to achieve the extraordinary, both personally and professionally. And what better way to combine personal challenge with charitable giving than by taking on the famous Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge? We’re thrilled to announce that our fundraising page for the challenge is now live, and we’re raising funds for the incredible Lighthouse Club, a charity dedicated to supporting construction workers and their families. Some of our connections may remember Konnect taking on the National 3 Peaks Challenge back in 2022. We raised over £3000 then, so naturally we'd love to beat this in 2025!
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Our brave team have committed to completing the 24-mile trek, which involves scaling three of Yorkshire's most iconic peaks: Pen-y-Ghent (694m), Whernside (736m), and Ingleborough (723m). It’s no small feat, and we know they’re all up for the challenge.
Meet the Team Behind the Challenge
We couldn’t be prouder of the amazing Konnect team members who have signed up to take on this daunting but rewarding challenge. Our team includes:
· Grant Gunn
· Sam Bestall
· Ollie Dowber-Hawkins
· Jessica Ha
· Ellie Mandell
· George Adams
· Tom George
· Lucy Newick
· Roan Ferguson
· Scarlett Francis
· Sarah Gros
· Amelia Taylor
The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge: A Test of Physical and Mental Strength
The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge is renowned for being one of the toughest challenges in the UK. Starting and ending in Horton-in-Ribblesdale, participants tackle a 24-mile route with a target to complete it in under 12 hours. To accomplish this, they must maintain an average walking speed of 3.5km/hr, which is no easy task—especially when scaling some of the highest points in the region!
This challenge is not just a physical test but also a mental one. The terrain is tough, the weather can be unpredictable, and the clock is ticking. But the sense of accomplishment upon finishing is unparalleled, and it offers a unique opportunity for our team to bond and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Raising Funds for a Cause Close to Our Hearts
While this challenge is a significant personal achievement for our team, it also gives us the chance to give back to a charity that is close to our hearts: The Lighthouse Club. This incredible charity provides emotional, physical, and financial support to those in the construction industry, as well as their families.
The Lighthouse Club offers free and confidential 24/7 helplines, a text service called HARDHAT, and a Self Support App to help individuals in need. These vital resources support workers through difficult times and ensure they have access to the guidance and help they need, when they need it most. The charity receives no public funding, so it relies entirely on the generosity of the industry to continue their lifesaving work.
How You Can Help & Get Involved!
As part of our commitment to supporting The Lighthouse Club, Konnect Recruit is aiming to raise as much as possible to help them continue their vital work. We’ve set up a fundraising page and we invite you to join us in supporting our team. Donations, no matter the size, will go a long way in helping us reach our fundraising goal. Together, we can make a real impact and support a charity that is making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Keep your eyes peeled for updates on our progress, and we look forward to sharing more about the fun events we have lined up. Thank you for your support – we couldn’t do it without you!
Let’s make a difference together. Let’s climb the Yorkshire 3 Peaks for The Lighthouse Club!