Date: 23th August 2025
Time: 7.45am to 3.30pm
Location: Ben Nevis Visitor Centre, Fort William, OH33 6ST

Event cost: £50
Minimum sponsorship: £250

Contact: Acorns Events team
Telephone: 01564 825037

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Take on the Ben Nevis Challenge with #TeamAcorns

Are you ready to the tallest mountain in the UK? Join the Ben Nevis Challenge and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Scottish Highlands like never before. This is your chance to push yourself to new heights, enjoy stunning views, and make a difference – every step of the way.

Starting in the scenic town of Fort William, you’ll trek up the iconic Ben Nevis mountain along rugged trails surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re an experienced trekker or looking for your first walking challenge, reaching the summit of Ben Nevis is an achievement you’ll never forget.

Why join #TeamAcorns for the Ben Nevis Challenge?

When you sign up for the Ben Nevis Challenge, you’re not only taking on a physical and mental challenge – you’re helping raise vital funds for children’s hospice care. As part of #TeamAcorns, you will receive: 

  • Bespoke support from our specialist Events team to help with your training and fundraising
  • A fundraising pack with ideas to help you meet your fundraising target
  • An Acorns t-shirt to wear on the big day 
  • A Ben Nevis specific training trek guide to get your training underway
  • A suggested kit list for the trek
  • Trek led by highly experienced mountain leaders (fully qualified and first aid trained)
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Can’t make this date?

Our event partner Sky Blue Adventures runs this challenge all year round, take a look at our alternative dates in July, September, and October. If one of these dates work better, please get in touch with us to book.

Registration and fundraising

Registration is £50 and by signing up you’re agreeing to raise a minimum of £250, this covers the cost of your trip and supports the work that we do.

Our expert Events team will be on hand to support you with your fundraising to help you smash your target.

Take on the challenge
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A map of the Scottish Highlands will a blue line of the route from Fort William to Ben Nevis.
A small group of people walking along a path across a hill.

Kick start your fundraising

We’re here to support you all the way! By signing up for the event you will receive an Acorns t-shirt, and support from our Events team to help with your training and fundraising and the amazing feeling you’ll get from knowing you’re making a real difference to local children! Here are some simple ways to give your fundraising a boost, if you need more support we’d be happy to help. Just get in touch at events@acorns.org.uk.

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