Event details
Date: Saturday 3 – Sunday 4 October 2026
Location: Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), starting in Llanberis
Time: Roughly midnight to 8am
Fundraising Target: £345
So that no one faces the night alone
When night falls, the world feels different.
For many people living with a life-limiting illness – and for the people who love them – the night can be the hardest time of all. Worries feel heavier. Symptoms can worsen. Reassurance feels further away.
At St Margaret’s Hospice, our clinical teams are there through every night – quietly, compassionately, and without pause – so that no one in Somerset has to face the darkness alone.
This October, you can be there for them too.
Take on the challenge
Climb Snowdon through the darkness
Starting at midnight, guided by a headtorch, determination, and experienced Mountain Leaders, you and a team of likeminded supporters will summit Snowdon – descending as the sun rises over Wales.
At the very same time, our nurses will be doing their own unseen work through the night.
- On our In-Patient Unit, providing expert care, comfort, and reassurance
- On our 24/7 Advice Line, answering calls from patients, carers and families when they need help most
- Supporting people at home, helping them stay where they feel safest, even in the early hours.
Your challenge will mirror theirs – perseverance, compassion, and being there when it matters.
More about the challenge
The Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) at Night Challenge is organised in partnership with Charity Challenge, an experienced provider of fundraising adventures across the UK and overseas.
Beginning in Llanberis, in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, you’ll take on an overnight trek to the summit of Snowdon, guided by qualified and experienced Mountain Leaders. You’ll be fully supported throughout the challenge, with safety, guidance and encouragement every step of the way, before descending for a well-earned celebration breakfast at the finish.
St Margaret’s Hospice Care works with Charity Challenge to give our supporters the opportunity to take part in professionally run events that raise vital funds for hospice care in Somerset. Your fundraising will directly support St Margaret’s work caring for patients and families.
When you sign up, you’ll receive full information on training, kit, fundraising and what to expect – so you can focus on preparing for the challenge ahead, knowing everything is in safe hands.
"The night can be the hardest time for some of our patients. Worries can feel heavier, pain can become more intense, and loneliness can set in. That’s why our night staff are there – to offer reassurance, comfort and companionship, and to make sure no one has to face the darkness alone.”
Why your support matters
It costs millions each year to provide St Margaret’s compassionate hospice care across Somerset, and much of what we do overnight is funded by the generosity of our community.
By taking on this challenge, you’ll be helping to fund:
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Specialist overnight care
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Our nurse-led 24/7 Advice Line
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Compassionate support for patients, families and carers when nights feel longest
Because illness doesn’t keep office hours. And neither do we.
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FAQs
The Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) at Night Challenge is an overnight trek to the summit of the highest mountain in Wales, starting in Llanberis and guided by experienced mountain leaders. You’ll climb through the night and finish with a well-earned breakfast at the end.
This challenge is graded as tough – perfect for participants with an adventurous spirit who are prepared to put in the necessary training.
The event is organised and delivered by Charity Challenge, a specialist provider of fundraising adventures. St Margaret’s Hospice Care works in partnership with Charity Challenge to offer this opportunity to our supporters. Charity Challenge is responsible for the operation of the event, while funds raised support St Margaret’s.
Yes, there is a minimum fundraising target of £345. St Margaret’s will be there to support and encourage you along the way.
Your registration includes professional mountain leadership, event management and a celebration breakfast at the finish. Full details of what’s included – and what you’ll need to arrange yourself – are provided by Charity Challenge when you book.
You’ll need suitable walking boots, warm and waterproof clothing, and a headtorch. Charity Challenge provides a full kit list and training guidance so you know exactly how to prepare.
Yes. Charity Challenge advises that this is a long, overnight mountain trek requiring a good level of fitness, and training is important, even if you’re already active. Building up your walking distance, time on your feet, and confidence on hills will help you feel prepared and enjoy the experience. Full training advice can be found on Charity Challenge’s website.
