Norlington's Got You 2026 Challenge
Norlingtons Got You 2026 Challenges
I am pleased to confirm that Norlington school, as part of our ‘Norlington’s Got You’ 2026 challenge, is adopting two major challenges for 2026 as focal points.
The fund-raising events will start with the completion of the 280km ‘El Comino Portuguese’ pilgrimage walk between Porto to Santiago de Compostela in 12 days over the Easter break by Mr Hernandez (See details at the end of this letter).
How can you help?
Both challenges will mark the start and end of our fund and awareness raising campaign that will include;
- Hiking challenges for the students supporting staff with their training (details to follow). Students will be able to buy a T-shirt celebrating the challenges.
- Events to raise money such as non-uniform day (We are planning a non-uniform day on Thursday 19th March with students asked to donate £2 towards the charity fund raising)
- Presentations and workshops focusing on men’s mental health
- Donating via JustGiving 'Norlington's Got You' 2026 Challenge is fundraising for Mind
We also welcome sponsorship from any local companies. If you are interested in sponsoring the charity fund raising programme please contact Mr Kandola via the school office or by email at RKandola@norlington.school.
The Three Peaks Challenge
The National Three Peaks Challenge involves climbing the highest mountains of Scotland, England, and Wales – Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon – usually within a 24-hour time frame. It is one of the UK's most popular, yet toughest, outdoor challenges, often undertaken to raise money for charity.
The primary goal is to ascend and descend all three mountains, including the driving time between them, within a single 24-hour period. The challenge is a significant test of physical and mental endurance, requiring a very good level of fitness and minimal sleep during transit.
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Mountains |
Ben Nevis (Scotland), Scafell Pike (England), Snowdon (Wales) |
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Heights |
Ben Nevis: 1,345m; Scafell Pike: 978m; Snowdon: 1,085m |
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Total Walking Distance |
Approximately 23 miles (37 km) |
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Total Ascent |
Approximately 3,064 metres (10,052 feet) |
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Total Driving Distance |
Approximately 462 miles (743 km) |
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Typical Completion Time |
Target of under 24 hours (includes driving) |
El Camino Portuguese
The Litoral Way or Senda Litoral is an unofficial route of the Portuguese Camino that starts in Porto and goes along the coast to Vigo before completing the full Camino to Santiago de Compostella. The route is spectacular: incredible scenery: small fishermen’s villages, wild coast, and unspoiled beaches.
A 12-day Camino Português Litoral (Coastal) route covers approximately 260-280 km from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, featuring scenic boardwalks, beaches, and historic towns. The route follows the coastline north through Portugal before turning inland from Redondela to join the Central route to Santiago.
The Litoral Way route overview
- Distance – 280 km/173 miles
- Number of days – 12
- Starting point – Sé Cathedral, Porto, Portugal
- Finishing point – Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Spain
- Total ascent – 2975 m
- Total descent – 2705 m
12-Day Litoral Route Itinerary
Day 1: Porto to Vila do Conde (approx. 30 km
Day 2: Vila do Conde to Esposende (approx. 24 km)
Day 3: Esposende to Viana do Castelo (approx. 23-25 km)
Day 4: Viana do Castelo to Caminha (approx. 27-29 km.
Day 5: Caminha to Mougás/Viladesuso (approx. 23-24 km)
Day 6: Mougás to Baiona (approx. 20 km
Day 7: Baiona to Vigo (approx. 22-23 km)
Day 8: Vigo to Redondela (approx. 15-16 km)
Day 9: Redondela to Pontevedra (approx. 20 km).
Day 10: Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis (approx. 22 km).
Day 11: Caldas de Reis to Padrón (approx. 18 km).
Day 12: Padrón to Santiago de Compostela (approx. 24-25 km)