Challenge yourself to a Stylist Strong Women adventure this summer
Our community-led events are returning in 2026: more information on dates and tickets coming soon!
Strong Women Trek
Escape the city and join hundreds of like-minded women for our annual half marathon hike. The perfect chance to reconnect with nature and catch up with friends, the Trek is the ideal mini milestone to achieve, share and mark 2026.
Strong Women Adventure Trek: Lake District
Our latest evolution to the Trek series, the Strong Women Adventure Trek will be returning for it’s second year this summer. Be prepared to tackle a range of activities from canoeing to rock climbing.
What's included in your ticket?
- Official Trek entry and number
- Trek route app access
- Protein-packed pick me ups and comfort stops
- Strong Women T-shirt (unisex)
- Finisher medal
- Strong Women goody bag
What is the Strong Women Trek series?
The Strong Women Trek is our annual moment to bring together a community of like‑minded women and connect in the great outdoors.
Whether you choose the classic Strong Women Trek or the more adventurous Strong Women Adventure Trek, both experiences offer the perfect mini‑milestone for 2026—something to achieve, share, and celebrate. We can guarantee you’ll finish the day with a huge sense of accomplishment.
Join us for our annual Strong Women Trek half‑marathon hike as we explore stunning countryside on the ultimate summer challenge. Connect with hundreds of other women, get active, feel inspired, and boost your wellbeing.
If you’re ready to try something new, the Strong Women Adventure Trek invites you to spend the day at Lake Windermere for a mix of canoeing, rock climbing, abseiling and trekking, the ultimate nature‑fuelled outdoor experience.
FAQs
How long is the Trek?
The Strong Women Trek covers a half-marathon distance, which is 22km / 13 miles.
The Strong Women Adventure Trek is 10km/6.2 miles
How many Treks are there this year?
There are two Treks for 2026: our annual Strong Women Trek and returning Strong Women Adventure Trek.
Can I drive to the start venue?
The Strong Women Adventure Trek is accessible by car with free parking available at the YMCA. The Trek is a looped route, so you’ll start and finish at the same venue.
How long will it take me to finish the Trek?
The Strong Women Trek is not a race, and we want everyone to take it at their own pace. We have a two-hour start window (9-11am) to invite those that may take a little longer to start earlier in the day.
As a guide, the 22km route will take around 4-7 hours to complete.
Similarly, the The Strong Women Adventure Trek will take place in waves of 10 throughout the morning and will be led at a group pace. It will take around 3-4 hours to complete.
I am attending the new Strong Women Adventure Trek. What will my day look like?
- Start the Trek with a 2K group canoe along Lake Windermere
- Walk up forested banks to reach the Castle Tower
- A second hill brings you to the iconic High Dam
- Challenge yourself with a supervised clamber up a mini rock face or abseil down (or both)
- A fun descent of a steep grassy bank using rope guides between trees
- Traverse wooden platforms and rope bridges to bring yourself to the Trek finish
Do I need a certain level of fitness to take part?
No, the Strong Women Trek is open to all fitness levels. If you are not a frequent walker, we would recommend practicing shorter walks in your local area in the weeks leading up to the Trek.
As a guide, and depending on your pace, the 22km route will take between 4-7 hours to complete.
The Adventure Trek is also open to all fitness levels. However, please note that some activities may require a higher level of physical fitness e.g. canoeing, rock climbing etc.
If you’re unsure whether you’ll be able to participate comfortably and would like guidance, feel free to email us at [email protected].
Questions?
If you have any questions about the Strong Women Trek that are not answered in the above FAQs, please contact the team at [email protected].