Our Ten Tors team have officially begun their preparations for the Army-run Ten Tors Challenge, which will take place from 7-9 May 2027.

As part of their first training session in early November, students took on an impressive 16-mile hike through the Cotswold countryside, putting their endurance, fitness and determination to the test.

The Ten Tors Challenge will see the team tackle a demanding 45-mile route across Dartmoor, involving two days of hiking and one night of wild camping. The event requires considerable physical stamina, teamwork, navigation skills and resilience, making preparation essential.

The students approached their first training hike with great enthusiasm and determination, demonstrating excellent levels of fitness throughout. Some even chose to add extra weights to their rucksacks to replicate the loads they will be carrying during the challenge itself.

This first hike marks an excellent start to their Ten Tors journey, and the team will continue building their skills, strength and confidence through further training in the months ahead.

We look forward to following their progress as they work towards this exciting challenge in May!