Longford Scouts Conquer Everest in 14-Hour Fundraising Marathon
On Saturday 21 June, Longford Scout Group took on the incredible challenge of climbing the height of Mount Everest – 8,849 metres – in just one day using a mobile climbing wall at their Scout HQ.
Fuelled by determination, community spirit and a shared goal of refurbishing the toilets at the Ranche (their much-loved HQ), the group completed the final climb just after 10:30pm, completing the challenge in an impressive 13.5 hours.
Over 1,500 climbs were logged across the day as young people from every section – Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers – took to the wall. Parents, friends and members of the public joined in too, cheering, climbing, and contributing to the fantastic atmosphere between 9am and 1pm.
The day kicked off with a bang as our climbers lined up to cheer on the local parkrun, showing true Longford energy right from the start. Throughout the day, families enjoyed a buzzing Scout HQ with games, a bouncy castle, cakes, bacon butties, and plenty of tea and coffee to keep spirits high.
In the evening, the fun continued with a family quiz night, bringing together supporters of all ages. With laughs, tricky trivia and delicious chilli, it was a great way to wind down the day and celebrate our shared success.
Taking the final shift, our Explorer Scouts climbed through dusk to bring the challenge home. Their dedication helped us finish strong and wrap up a truly memorable day.
This event wasn’t just about climbing – it was about community. Everyone who climbed, donated, baked, volunteered, or simply came to support showed what makes Longford Scouts so special. It was a true team effort, and we couldn’t be prouder.
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If you haven’t donated yet or would like to top up your sponsorship, it’s not too late. Every penny goes directly to improving the facilities for the 300+ young people who use our Scout HQ every week. You can donate online at:
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Thank you to everyone who made the Everest Challenge possible – we showed what we can achieve together!
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