A group of enthusiasts who wanted to raise money for five different charities chose a Snowdonia walking challenge to help them reach their goal.

According to the Hertfordshire Mercury, the Royston & Buntingford Young Countrysiders are all aged between 11 and 27, and spent three days scaling the peaks in the area.

Proving that this type of trekking is both a physical and mental activity, organiser Linda Watts said everyone mustered up the determination to complete the challenge – despite thinking they would not be able to.

Overall, some £1,300 was generated thanks to the participants.

Ms Watts told the newspaper that the experience was “absolutely fantastic”.

Their achievement comes days after more fans of Snowdonia walks found that a mountain in the region was actually eight feet higher than previously thought.

Tryfan was believed to be 3,002 ft – but a study found it stands at 3,010 ft or 917.44 m.

Snowdonia is a popular holiday experience for many campers due to its “epic hill walks”, it has been suggested.

A piece in the Daily Mail highlighted some of the top UK locations for those who love to pull on their boots and explore some of the nation’s most spectacular regions.

The Welsh beauty spot was named among the most refined destinations due to its various cycling and hill walking opportunities.

In addition, the publication noted that there are plenty of good places for explorers to stay, adding: “Snowdonia sprouts campsites like daffodils.”

The piece also suggested that those going on Lake District walks could head to Wasdale in the Lake District.

This is because the area is one of many National Trust camping sites set amid “jaw-droppingly beautiful and historic locations”.

Recently, Ordinance Survey confirmed that Tryfan in Snowdonia is 3,010 ft high – which is eight ft higher than previously thought.

The Yorkshire Dales have been a favoured retreat for visitors seeking an idyllic and peaceful walking holiday for many years and the area remains one of Britain’s most prominent destinations for ramblers and holidaymakers alike.

The effects of the global economic downturn has caused many people to reconsider whether they want to head abroad for their summer holidays or not, meaning that national parks such as the Dales and the Peak District are bound to become more popular over the coming months and years.

However, the Yorkshire Dales, with some of the most stunning scenery in the north of England, is suitable for visitors all year round.

The park – which covers a total area of 1,762 sq km – is located in the central Pennines area and covers areas of both north Yorkshire and Cumbria. It was founded in 1954 and offers a wide range of rare wildlife habitats and a heritage and history that is almost unparalleled in Britain, its official website states.

In terms of exact location, the Dales are easily accessible from several major northern cities. They lie just north of Leeds and Bradford and around 80.5 kilometres north-east of Manchester, with Darlington to their east and Kendal to their west.

In terms of events, the Dales offer a rich array of attractions regardless of the weather and the time of year. There really is something for everyone all the time at the Park.

The more active and adrenaline-seeking visitor could opt for the hundreds of kilometres worth of footpaths and bridges that offer unrivalled access to acres of truly unspoilt open land.

Walking is a popular method of taking in these pathways and country roads, but anyone looking to get around a little quicker could opt to take a mountain bike or even take in the trek on horseback.

The park allows visitors the chance to take in and experience many different types of terrain, ranging from flat country roads to narrow, winding footpaths. Meanwhile, visitors who prefer extreme activities, the Dales has some of the country’s most-renowned and popular caving and climbing hotspots hidden within its boundaries.

However, activity-based holidays aren’t for everyone and some members of a travelling party could instead wish to relax and soak up the local atmosphere in one of the many traditional and picturesque Yorkshire villages that surround the park.

These villages and hamlets may be small in terms of size and population, but they more than make up for that by offering a genuine taste of life in the Dales. Galas and agricultural shows regularly take place in such destinations, particularly in the summer months.

Meanwhile, the local pubs, inns and tea shops offer a real glimpse of the way of life in the tranquil surroundings of the Dales. Why not sample some of the finest Yorkshire traditions – excellent ale and tea – in order to help you wind down after an exerting day spent trekking this magnificent part of the country?

Snowdonia walking enthusiasts can add 8 ft to their accomplishments after it was found that a peak was higher than originally thought.

Ordnance Survey verified a project undertaken to establish Tryfan’s official height – now confirmed as 3,010 ft or 917.44 m.

It was measured by a group that scaled the mountain in the Ogwen Valley equipped with GPS technology after it was feared that rather than sit at 3,002 ft, it could have actually fallen short of the 3,000 ft needed to keep it in the “elite” group of Welsh summits.

Thousands of Snowdonia walking fans head to Tryfan every year to enjoy the breathtaking scenery, as well as scale all 14 elite peaks in a 24-hour challenge.

“It’s a wonderful mountain with some fantastic views, that won’t change a jot … it has a special part in the heart of anyone who enjoys climbing mountains in Wales,” said Alun Pugh, director of the Snowdonia Society.

British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) racer Tom Chilton is heading to Snowdonia as part of his fitness regime.

The driver, who is also a columnist for the Sun, described how the walking challenge not only keeps him healthy and restores him physically from a gruelling weekend, but it also gives him the chance to spend time with Prestatyn resident and girlfriend Lauren.

Although he started in pole position in the most recent BTCC race, Chilton finished a disappointing fourth.

So, prior to the next meet on August 8th at Smetterton, he is fitting in a Snowdonia walking day and sticking to his strict diet.

“I’m going to dig deep to chase down that dream of mine – to be British touring car champion,” he added.

Chilton currently sits in ninth place in the BTCC standings – but with seven years of racing experience, his season is far from over.

A Snowdonia walking and running challenge was recently completed by 15 members of the Mysteruns of Abergele.

The Rhyl Journal reports that Garry Tann, Austin Bell, Julie Yale and John Humphries all ran the 35-mile section that precedes the beginning of the walk up Mount Snowdon.

Others completed the stretch using a combination of other transport, such as Steve Salt, Andy Roberts and James Salt, who cycled one half and ran the other.

The course begins at Abergele and finishes on the Llanberis pass. Some of the walkers also chose to run part of the 35 miles, meaning there was a mix of ages and abilities taking part.

After this section finishes, the rest of the Mysteruns of Abergele meet up with the runners to start walking up Snowdon.

The youngest is 12-year-old Sam Ogden, who reached the summit in two hours and 15 minutes.

Those who are interested in Snowdonia walking challenges might be encouraged by the organisation’s achievements, particularly given that the mountain stands 1,085 metres above sea level.