There isn’t just one reason to take part in the Sutherland Trail, there are 600,000! That’s the number of people living with epilepsy in the UK right now.
Event Details
When: 3 – 9 August 2013
Where: Lochinver to Tongue, Scotland
Distance: Approximately eight hours walking each day over a five day period
Registration fee: £45 (non-refundable)
Minimum sponsorship pledge: £875
About the Sutherland Trail
The Sutherland Trail is a new long distance walk and has some of the most breathtaking views in the whole of Scotland. It begins at Lochinver, a small tranquil fishing village on the west coast of Scotland and winds its way in a north easterly direction to Tongue on the north coast.
The route passes many beautiful mountains including Suilven, Canisp, and Arkle, ending under the stunning ridge of Ben Loyal. You will encounter many beautiful Lochs along the way, including Lochan Fada, lying beneath the slopes of Canisp and Loch Fleodach Coire. A variation of tracks lead you on a journey through this unique landscape.
The route of 70 miles takes five days to complete, with up to 16 miles walking on the final day.
Itinerary
Saturday
- Travel to Lochinver
- Transfer is available from Glasgow to Lochinver (via Inverness) if pre-arranged and will depart at 9am
- Arrival to Lochinver at approximately 4pm
Sunday
- Lochinver - Inchnadamph 14 miles
Monday
- Inchnadamph – Kylesku 12.2 miles
Tuesday
- Kylesku – Achfary 9.8 miles
Wednesday
- Achfary – Dùn Dornaigil Broch 13 .4 miles
Thursday
- Dùn Dornaigil Broch - Tongue 16.2 miles
- Completion of the Sutherland Trail
- Due to the distances involved it is necessary to stay over in Tongue
Friday
- Transfer back to Lochniver before returning to Glasgow (via Inverness) if pre-arranged
What's included
- Six nights bed and breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Transport during the trail
- Transfers from Glasgow and Inverness to Lochniver and return if required
- Fully qualified guides at all times
What's excluded
- Evening meals, additional snacks and drinks
- Travel to Glasgow and onward transport from Glasgow at the end
How we will support you
All our participants will receive:
- A welcome pack full of fundraising tips to help you get started
- A free Epilepsy Action T-shirt Free training plans and kit list
- Fundraising support and encouragement from our dedicated team
- Secure online sponsorship pages
For further information
For further information on our trekking events, please contact our events team on +44 (0)113 210 8800 or by emailing events@epilepsy.org.uk
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