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The Wolds Challenge is a one day hiking competition for Scouts and Explorers organised by the Fells Marathon Committee. This event is a test of navigation, route finding and teamwork, as well as a walking challenge. This is also a great training event for our sister event; The Fells Marathon.


Who can take part?

The event is open to both Scouts 10yrs-14yrs and Explorer Scouts 14yrs-18yrs with separate routes for each age group. 

Different routes will be set for each age group. The Scouts will approximately walk 12 miles whereas the Explorers will walk 17 miles.

CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum Age

Scouts1014.5
Explorer Scouts13.5Under 18
Network18Under 25

Note:  Participants must have reached the category age on the date of the event. Participants must be above the minimum age at the start of the event. Where a birthday takes place during an event, they are considered below the age cut off for the whole event. (POR 4.7L refers)

Closing Date for Entries

4th October 2025


For further information about Wolds Challenge 2025 click here About Wolds Challenge 2025

Leaders will need to register their interest using this system Click here to register the interest of your group.

If you have any questions regarding Wolds Challenge 2025 please contact claire.moverley@fells-marathon.org.uk