Heroes Hikes: Dambusters Skyline

Fairholmes, Peak District
19 July 2025
Hike
£200.00 target
£49.00
Difficulty: Yellow

Difficulty levels explained

Green

Easiest – A challenge for beginners, suitable for most fitness levels.

Yellow

Moderate – Slightly more demanding. Some previous experience is beneficial.

Amber

Advanced – A difficult challenge, a real test of endurance and agility.

Red

Expert – The most strenuous of our challenges. High fitness and specialised gear are often necessary.

On this hike through the Peak District, you'll dive into the area's intriguing history, including its role in the 1943 Dambusters Raid. Whether you're seeking a walk in one of the UK's favourite National Parks, a personal hiking challenge, or passionate about history, this hike offers something for everyone.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Finishers medal
Free Branded Headband on arrival
Tea/Coffee on arrival
A glass of fizz at the finish line to celebrate your achievement
1:10 ratio of expert tour guides
Help for Heroes presence - your personal Cheer Squad!
Veteran Ambassador presence
Kit list and training plan

Dambusters Skyline Heroes Hike - Help for Heroes

About the Dambusters Skyline Heroes Hike

The hike start and ends in Fairholmes, Bamford.
On this 25km hike, you'll hike along forestry trails and moor footpaths, ascending a total of 650m.
The hike will take 7-9 hours to complete.
You'll be guided on a route steeped in the history of the famous Dambusters raid. Along the way, you'll see the Derwent Dam, Ladybower Reservoir and Dambusters Memorial.

This challenge is bespoke to Help for Heroes and is organised and managed by our event provider, RAW Adventures.

New people become companions for the day"

Colin

Heroes Hiker 2024

FUNDRAISING AND REGISTRATION

The registration fee for all participants is £49 per person.

The fundraising target that we ask each participant to raise is £200. Please note you don't have to meet this target before the event. You can continue to collect donations afterwards.

The Events Team are always on hand to support you through your fundraising. You can find some handy Fundraising Tools on our website, and we have lots of Fundraising ideas to get you started.

Heroes Hikes FAQs
- Heroes Hikes are all about having a great time. There's so much you can get out of the experience:
  - Challenge yourself - feel a real sense of achievement.
  - Discover some of the UK’s most stunning hiking spots.
  - Show your support for the Armed Forces community.
  - Meet new friends, hear inspiring stories from our charity Ambassadors, and make memories!
- For every Heroes Hike, we’ve got you covered with:
  - A complete kit list to make sure you’ve got the hiking essentials.
  - A training plan to get you ready for the day.
  - Fundraising tips and advice.
  - Our friendly Events Team, on hand to answer your questions.
  - Expert guides leading the way and supporting you every step of the hike.
- You can sign up for as many hikes as you want! We've grouped them into four exciting bundles: Three Peaks in Three Months, Best of British Countryside, Coastal Routes, and Historic Hikes. Why not challenge yourself to complete a set? Or mix and match your favourite locations.
- If your dog is well behaved, kept on a lead at all times and is cleared up after; then they are welcome to join us. Livestock are kept in fields and mountains along the routes and the surrounding areas, as well as many hidden holes and cliffs, which can be extremely dangerous to a dog focused on chasing other animals (rabbits, birds, sheep, other dogs etc). Please keep your dog on a lead for this reason. Please also bring dog poo bags to clean up after your dog.
  If you do decide to bring your dog, please let your Event Manager know. They will be in touch with you following your registration or you can email them on events@helpforheroes.org.uk.
- Our NEW bulk registration option makes it easier than ever for your team to join the event.
  Here’s how it works:
  1. Pre-purchase group tickets in one simple transaction.
  2. Receive a unique registration link to share with your teammates.
  3. Watch your team sign up with ease and get ready to make a difference!
  Unite your team, support a great cause, and enjoy a hassle-free signup process.
  Got a discount code? These work on group bookings too!
- Here’s a general outline for the day of your hike:
  - 0700am Recommended time for breakfast (this is not provided to you on the event)
  - 0800am Arrive at the start location for registration
  - 0830am Kit check and safety briefing
  - 0900am latest planned departure time
  - 5:00 PM+: Challenge complete! Arrive back at the event car park
  Please note that these timings might change slightly. You’ll receive full details 2 weeks before the event.
- All Heroes Hikes are open to entrants aged 10 and over.