Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge: The Carpenter’s Arms
Life is complex in a residential addiction recovery charity, and it takes collective effort to ensure our clients overcome addiction. That effort comes from the clients themselves, their families and friends, from our staff, volunteers, local businesses and wider community of supporters.
Residents with no family support or resources often struggle to pay for essential items when they move on from our care.
On Wednesday, 13 May and Thursday, 14 May 2026, the Support Team at The Carpenter’s Arms will embark on the arduous Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise sponsorship for The Carpenter’s Arms new Move-On Hardship Fund which is designed specifically for those residents who need it most.
The challenge is a demanding 24-mile (38.6 km) circular route through the Yorkshire Dales, summiting Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough.
The route includes over 1,500 metres (around 5,200 feet) of ascent, with steep climbs, uneven terrain, and long stretches of exposed hillside. But it’s not just the distance that makes this tough, it’s the pace, elevation, and endurance required to complete all three peaks, with a target time of 12 hours.
Sponsorship raised from the challenge will be used to fund the following activities:
- Identity documents such as a birth certificate (£12.50), citizen’s card (which can cost between £18 and £35) or change of name deed poll (£53.05 plus postage).
- Basic essential clothing (budget multipack underwear ranging from £5 – £15), socks (budget multipack: £4 – £18), trainers (£30 – £50) and a winter coat for the colder months ((£40).
- Personal hygiene products, e.g. shower gel, deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrush (approx. £10).
- Basic grooming needs, e.g. barbershop hair cut (£10 – £15).
- Travel and communication essentials such as a basic second-hand mobile phone (£50).
If you would like to lend your support to helping THE CARPENTER’S ARMS (MIDLANDS) TRUST help their most disadvantaged clients to move on with dignity and confidence, we would be truly grateful.
Donate here to support our Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge:
👉 https://gofund.me/8e09209d7
The Carpenter’s Arms is registered with The Fundraising Regulator which means we undertake certain responsibilities that apply to fundraising set out by the Code of Fundraising Practice (please see our website for more information).
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When I left the Military, I had problems in my marriage and was a victim of domestic abuse. I totally lost it and turned to alcohol. The Carpenter’s Arms were willing to take me on and knowing they were signed up to The Armed Forces Covenant was a big thing for me. I have grown with the programme, and I have now got self-worth. I wake up every morning thankful. I’m blessed.
Brian, resident
As a magistrate, I see the devastation of addiction to a person’s life, as well as their family and friends, when they end up in the Court system. The Carpenter’s Arms offers an opportunity, strategies and support to face and overcome addiction, and turn people’s lives around. It offers people hope at their lowest ebb to gain self-confidence and self-worth which are invaluable gifts.
Mrs Henrietta Chubb JP, High Sheriff of Leicestershire
I got out of prison on the 14th of December 2017 and went straight to The Carpenter's Arms and felt the labels go. My first clean test in 24 years felt amazing. I had never seen my little girls through clean eyes. It was overwhelming! All the victories that were coming for me just for being in this place.
Garry, resident
I’ve known The Carpenter's Arms now for several years and it's great to see the way in which they have grown. What they've done in terms of supporting the defence community has been extraordinary. They show such great enthusiasm and such an ability to reach into people's lives.
Bruce Spencer, MoD Employer Engagement Director for the East Midlands
Before my arrival at the Carpenter's Arms, I was lost in a very dark place, haunted by past memories, suppressed by the use of drink and drugs. A local Christian charity recommended The Carpenter's Arms and I was thrown another lifeline and my hope was restored. My spirit, body and soul have been renewed, and I have re-established family connections and built bridges I once burnt.
Bradley, resident
The Carpenter’s Arms is one of our alliance charities working in the area of addiction. We draw on their understanding of what's going on, and their work and solutions for people living with addiction. It helps support our policy and working forward to sustainable living and aspirations in life after addiction.
Steve Meadwell, Regional Manager (Midlands), Centre for Social Justice
I have been suffering from mental health for over 10 years and was addicted to crack, cocaine, cannabis, and steroids. My life was unmanageable. My life has changed completely and I’ve been able to see my son again. I was lost and broken and now I am blessed. I am now a House Dad in phase 3 and I’ve been put on the Pathways as a Support Worker.
Blake, resident
I'm the trustee of the Carpenter's Arms and, this year, I’m also the Mayor of Charnwood. I first met Brian and Judith when I was a Magistrate Chairman of the Drug Rehabilitation Committee. The most rewarding experience was when I finished sitting on the bench and watched the amazing successes at The Carpenter’s Arms in capacity as a trustee. To sit and listen to the clients tell their stories, what they have done and how they have come out the other side with new beginnings, I think for me is the most rewarding. The court couldn’t do it, but The Carpenter's Arms did.
Councillor Margaret Smidowicz, Mayor of Charnwood and trustee of The Carpenter’s Arms
After years of hard drug addiction and causing a lot of pain and suffering for myself and my loved ones, I walked through the doors of the Carpenter's Arms. In the space of a few weeks, I started to see and think more clearly and within months my life had changed drastically for the better. I can't thank the Carpenter's Arms enough for giving me a second chance at life.
Marcus, resident
I've been an alcoholic for 3 years. Whilst it has been a challenge at The Carpenter's Arms, I have been clean for 1 month, have more energy and motivation to do things. A routine has helped me a lot, as well as being able to be around people which has helped me speak more easily. I am excited to go back to work and see my family more.
Rob, resident
I was a broken man after 16 years addicted to heroin and crack, with no confidence or self-worth. Through coming to the Carpenter's Arms, I have been able to break free from my addiction, have learnt how to love myself, how to treat others and how to deal with everyday life without drugs. I am now happily married with 6 beautiful kids and have had a job for the last 6 years.
Scott, resident