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Helvellyn Starlight Trek

Helvellyn Starlight Trek

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Enjoy amazing scenery, sunset and starlit skies on this starlight adventure in the beautiful Lake District National Park.

Designated a Dark Skies Zone, you can expect a fantastic experience on this guided walk to the summit of Helvellyn. The 4.5 mile walk is suitable for families, individuals or groups of friends/work colleagues.

Date: Saturday 10th October 2026
Location: Start/finish is Swirls Car Park, Thirlmere, Lake District.  
Distance: around 4.5 miles 
Registration fee: £20 adult, £10 child
Fundraising pledge: Adults £150, children raise as much as they can

 

Take part in the Helvellyn Starlight Trek for Shine!

Starting from Thirlmere, you'll set off at about 5pm, see the sunset after about one hour of walking, and then continue the climb to the summit of Helvellyn in the beautiful Lake District National Park on this adventure under the stars.

On this 4.5 mile guided walk, you can expect some glorious scenery, a sunset view as you walk up the mountain and an amazing starlit sky at the summit! Designated a Dark Skies Zone, imagine the view of those night skies!

Standing at 950 metres (3,117 feet), Helvellyn is one of the most beloved fells in the Lake District. Known for its dramatic ridges, panoramic views, and rich history, it attracts walkers from all over the UK and beyond.

You'll take part with a group of fellow walkers and be guided by a qualified, first aid-trained Mountain Leader provided by our partner Overlimits.

Suitable for families, individuals or groups of friends or work colleagues, it's an experience not to be missed.

Sign up to take part in this amazing experience now!

Please note that this event is also available on Saturday, 17th October, so if you'd prefer that date, just let us know.

Please note that the minimum age for a child to take part is 10 years old, and children must be accompanied by a responsible adult on the walk (if you have a child younger than 10 who's experienced in taking part in such walks, talk to us about the possibility of an exception to this age rule).

A parent or guardian must sign up any under 18s who wish to take part.


On the day: You will need to arrive at the start/finish point by 4.30pm for a briefing, and can expect to start walking around 5pm. Parking is available at the start/finish point.


Other information

  • You will be provided with a kit list and other information about taking part in the event after you have signed up.
  • Please note that no dogs are allowed to walk with you other than registered assistance dogs.
  • If you need to stay over in the area, we recommend booking your accommodation sooner rather than later. You can find a wide range of accommodation in the area to suit most people.
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By signing up you agree to our fundraising terms.

This Fundraiser's Agreement is made between the participant and Spina Bifida • Hydrocephalus • Information • Networking • Equality - SHINE (Shine) of Unit 4 - The Forum, Minerva Business Park, Peterborough, PE2 6FT (Registered charity 249 338. Registered in London 877990. VAT no 135 6056 23).

By accepting a charity place in the above challenge, I agree:

1. To pay Shine a registration fee of the amount above. This fee will be refundable only in exceptional circumstances beyond the control of Shine or the participant.

2. I will let Shine know immediately if I am no longer able to take part in the challenge so that Shine can reallocate my place to another participant if possible. I understand that Shine may be able to transfer my place to the following year or another event, but this decision is at the discretion of Shine and will be discussed with me at the time of cancellation.

3. To use my best endeavours to raise at least the minimum sponsorship listed above for Shine in order to participate in the Challenge named above, and that if I fail to do so I must pay the difference to the Charity.

4. To pay to Shine all sums pledged/received from sponsors not later than 28 days after receipt.

5. I understand that Shine will pay for my challenge costs out of my sponsorship money, with the remainder being used to fund Shine’s work.

6. Wherever possible, to keep details of the names and addresses of, and amount donated or pledged by, all donors and provide such details to Shine upon request.

7. To authorise Shine to store and share your personal information collected from Shine’s online fundraising/event registration form in connection with the organisation and administration of the challenge, with the event organisers. You also agree to and authorise, the event organiser making subsequent contact with you via email, phone and/or mail to enable the organiser to confirm your participation, provide you with important event information and collect any further necessary information from you, such as emergency contact and medical information. We take data protection very seriously at Shine and have all the appropriate data sharing agreements in place with third parties to ensure the protection of your data. You can view our Privacy Policy on our website.

8. To keep Shine up to date with progress and to contact Shine well in advance of putting on any public event.

9. To obtain all fundraising materials direct from Shine and to only produce my own promotional material with Shine’s written approval.

10. To ensure good care and timely return of any Shine equipment (e.g. collection pots)

11. To participate in any publicity activities as requested by Shine, ahead of or after the Challenge, unless agreed in writing with the Charity.

12. To obtain a collector's licence from the local authority before conducting any fundraising in a public place.

13. Not to collect on private property (including shops, pubs etc.) without first obtaining the permission of the owner.

14. Not to raise funds by carrying out house-to-house collections or a lottery.

15. Not to do anything to bring the name of the Charity into disrepute.

16. That any information obtained/used in the course of fundraising will be owned by Shine, and any other client or charity will not be allowed to have the benefit of that information without the Charity's consent.

17. To indemnify Shine in respect of any costs, claims, loss or liability caused to the Charity, as a result of any breach by the participant of the terms of this agreement.

I understand that Shine may terminate my rights to fundraise or to take part in the above event at any time.