The Shine Bright Challenge for Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund is a new multi-activity adventure designed by Adventurous Ewe to showcase both the iconic and quieter corners of Snowdonia/Eryri. Created by Adventurous Ewe, this challenge brings together cycling, hiking, high ropes and kayaking to give you a full taste of this incredible landscape — and a chance to take on a purposeful adventure for a cause that matters.

Taking part in groups of up to 10 people, you’ll complete each stage of the challenge with checkpoints in between. These checkpoints give you access to your small kit bag so you can change layers, swap footwear and refuel. You’ll also receive snacks, a home-made packed lunch using local produce, and the chance to top up water bottles and flasks.

All equipment hire is included: bikes, helmets, high-ropes gear, double sit-on-top kayaks, buoyancy aids and paddles. When booking, please provide your height so we can allocate the correct bike size. If you’d prefer to bring your own bike and helmet, you’re welcome to do so — just let us know in advance. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@adventurousewe.co.uk

When you book the Shine Bright Challenge, you’ll receive all event information through our free mobile travel app or online trip page. Everything you need is available at your fingertips — your itinerary, training guide, countdowns, live updates, contact details, weather forecasts, kit lists and more, all accessible 24/7 on your phone.

It means no piles of paperwork, no printing, and nothing extra to carry. Just a simple, streamlined way to stay organised and connected ahead of your adventure. Appy days.

With being a small family business we pride ourselves with providing personal, professional and friendly service. We appreciate that everyone has different levels of experience and reasons for wishing to embark on the Shine Bright Challenge and therefore require varying levels of support and guidance. We’re here to help you every step of the way from the moment you sign up, all the way through to completing the challenge and beyond. 

Plus having created this adventure, we’re are best placed to answer any questions you may have, no matter how big or small. We’re here to help every step of the way.

Support from Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund

• Tips and advice fundraising
• Full sponsorship support

You will be accompanied by certified and local Adventurous Ewe Leaders and Crew throughout each activity during your Shine Bright Challenge.

They’re a friendly bunch with a huge level of care and a great sense of humour. Rest assured they are fully experienced and remote first aid qualified. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the itinerary and the safety of your group.

Leaders will carry safety equipment and first aid kits with them at all times. Please note, these kits are for emergencies only so please come prepared with your own personal first aid items.

The Leaders and Crew will also be in constant radio communication with the support vehicle throughout your adventure.

Our adventures are intentionally kept to small groups to lessen environmental impact, support your safety and comfort, and ensure a more authentic experience.
The Shine Bright Challenge runs with a minimum of 30 people and a maximum of 80.

The Shine Bright Challenge is a team event rather than an individual race. You’ll take part in groups of up to ten people, each supported by a dedicated Leader. We encourage team spirit, mutual support and plenty of camaraderie to help everyone complete the challenge and enjoy the journey together. It’s a brilliant way to meet like-minded people and share an exciting adventure alongside our friendly and experienced Adventurous Ewe Leaders and Crew.

The Shine Bright Challenge is graded as Moderate to Tough, with difficulty influenced by the weather conditions on the day. Preparation is key to enjoying the experience, and a good level of fitness, stamina and a dose of gritty determination will help you take each activity in your stride.

Bike Section

Approx. 12 miles (220m ascent / 180m descent)
The route follows a mix of quiet roads and cycle paths and is suitable for road, hybrid or mountain bikes. It’s undulating with one notable hill climb. Most participants complete this section in 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Trekking Section

Approx. 10 miles (945m ascent / 1060m descent)
The trek follows established mountain paths that can be rocky, uneven and exposed to the elements. There are no technical climbing sections, but hiking boots are strongly recommended for stability and protection. Expect this section to take 5 to 6 hours.

High Ropes Course

A multi-level aerial obstacle course featuring net bridges, dangling ropes, hanging tyres, a suspended climbing wall, wobbly bridges and even a giant spiders’ web. It’s a fun, adrenaline-filled challenge and a great chance to test your balance and head for heights.

Kayaking Section

No previous kayaking experience is required. You’ll receive full instruction and support on the water. As a safety precaution, we recommend that you can swim at least 25 metres. If you’re not a confident swimmer, please let us know in advance so we can make the appropriate arrangements. Most teams complete this section in 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Preparation will help you get the most enjoyment and reward from this challenge — both on the day and throughout your training journey.

You’ll receive a personalised training plan when you join the team, helping you build the strength and stamina needed for a brilliant day out in Snowdonia/Eryri.
Our motto: train hard, smile harder, and enjoy the journey.

You’ll receive a full kit list when you register. The right kit can be the difference between a great adventure and an uncomfortable one, so it’s worth taking the time to prepare well. Waterproof hiking boots that are already well worn-in are essential, along with a good-quality waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers.

When you sign up, you’ll also receive an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code for independent outdoor retailers to help you get kitted out.

All technical equipment for the challenge — bikes, helmets, high-ropes gear, kayaks, paddles and buoyancy aids — is provided.

To help you get the most from your multi-activity adventure, you’ll receive an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code to use with independent UK outdoor retailers, both online and in store. This includes our local partner Crib Goch Outdoors, known for excellent kit and knowledgeable staff who are out climbing, hiking, mountaineering, running and travelling themselves.

Their teams pride themselves on sharing genuine experience to help you choose the right gear for you and the Shine Bright Challenge — ensuring comfort, safety and confidence throughout your journey in Snowdonia/Eryri.

Weather in the Snowdonia mountains can change rapidly, so it’s important to arrive ready for all conditions — rain, wind, sunshine and sudden temperature shifts. In the days leading up to your challenge, we recommend keeping a close eye on the Mountain Weather Information Service forecast for Snowdonia:
https://www.mwis.org.uk/forecasts/english-and-welsh/snowdonia-national-park

You’ll also receive weather updates through our mobile travel app to help you prepare.

Leaders may adjust the itinerary if conditions require it. Your safety and wellbeing come first at all times, and any changes will be made thoughtfully while keeping the heart of the challenge in place wherever possible. Please respect their decisions and follow their instructions at all times.

Your travel package includes two nights’ accommodation at the Premier Inn Caernarfon. Chargeable offsite parking is available nearby, and the hotel is easily reached with a 20-minute taxi journey from Bangor Train Station.

Caernarfon makes an ideal base for your challenge weekend. Set on the banks of the Menai Strait, this fortified coastal town is home to one of the finest fourteenth-century castles still standing today. With its ancient town walls, vibrant harbour and busy centre, it’s one of North Wales’ most popular places to explore.

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Rooms are allocated on a twin-share, “share and save” basis. If you prefer a single room, this can be arranged subject to availability and a single-room supplement. You can select this option during booking or email us at info@adventurousewe.co.uk.

Dinner is at your own expense on both evenings, giving you the freedom to explore Caernarfon’s wide choice of local restaurants.

You’ll need to arrive in Caernarfon on 3 September in time for the 19:00 event briefing at the Premier Inn Caernarfon. This briefing is an important part of the challenge, giving you the chance to meet the team, run through the plan for the following day and ask any final questions.

Caernarfon is easy to reach whether you’re travelling by car or public transport:

By Car
Chargeable offsite parking is available close to the Premier Inn.
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By Train
The nearest station is Bangor, around 20 minutes from Caernarfon.
If you plan to take a taxi from the station, please be aware that most local taxis only accept cash. We recommend booking in advance with Snowdonia Taxis (Tel: 07800 649 548).

Accommodation Address
Premier Inn Caernarfon
Victoria Dock, Balaclava Road, Caernarfon LL55 1TH

With its waterfront setting, ancient town walls, harbour and iconic castle, Caernarfon is a fantastic base for the challenge and an easy place to explore on foot once you arrive.

Your adventure includes two breakfasts, one home-made packed lunch, and checkpoint snacks during the challenge. Dinner is at your own expense on both evenings, giving you the flexibility to choose where you eat.

Your packed lunch is freshly prepared with local produce and will keep you fuelled throughout the mountain day.

There are several good dinner options within walking distance of the hotel. Some venues may require advance reservations, especially at weekends:

• The Black Boy Inn – excellent food in a historic, family-run pub

• The Anglesey Arms – great harbour views and a perfect sunset spot over the Menai Strait (best to sit indoors unless you want to share with the local seagulls)

• Villa Marina – popular pizza and pasta restaurant overlooking the harbour and castle

• Fu’s Caernarfon – a favourite for those craving a hearty Chinese meal post-adventure

If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know when booking so we can make the appropriate arrangements.

For the challenge day, please bring your own water bottles or a camelbak/platypus-style hydration system. These can be refilled at the hotel and topped up at checkpoints, helping to avoid the need for single-use plastic bottles. You’re also welcome to bring a flask if you’d like a hot drink during the day.

Minimum Sponsorship Package
Deposit: £95 per person (non-refundable, payable on booking)
Balance: £265 per person (payable by the charity 60 days before the event)
Minimum sponsorship pledge: £530 per person sent directly to the Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund

• 80% of sponsorship to be with the charity no later than 60 days before the event
• The remaining 20% no later than 30 days after the event.

All your event information will be sent to you through a travel mobile app via Vamoos which is free to download. You will receive an email from Adventurous Ewe with your personalised log in code for this app.

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Your Adventurous Ewe Leader/s and Crew will have a mobile phones and radios communications in case of emergencies. The team are trained to deal with these situations. Please ensure you listen to your Leader during these times and refrain from putting any posts on social media during this time. Should you find yourself unable to continue with the trek, your Leader and crew will make the necessary arrangements. Depending on the situation, you will be met by the support vehicle (depending on access) and you will be transferred back to your accommodation or nearby medical facility as required. Your Emergency Contact at Adventurous Ewe HQ is Jim Young on 07747 346 588.

Snowdonia Society
Locally, we help support the vital work of the Snowdonia Society who since 1967 continues to work tirelessly to ensure that Snowdonia is well-protected, well-managed and enjoyed by all. 

Cool Earth
We are very excited to have teamed up with leading climate change charity Cool Earth, who share our mission to protect the planet’s precious environment in a sustainable manner. The future of rainforest protection is where everyone makes a difference to climate change! We invest a % of our revenue into supporting critical conservation projects around the world through Cool Earth. You are most welcome to help make a difference too by sparing a few pennies. Please give what you can and help save the world’s rainforests today by clicking here. Just £2.50 will save 10 trees and lock up 10 tonnes of CO2. Together, we can all make a difference in helping preserve this precious and wonderful planet.

Thank-ewe (diolch).