Cornwall Climbing 2019 – Led by John Barry
Last month a team of wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans gathered together in Cornwall for an incredible week of rock climbing, led... Read More
Team 3CC: Mission Accomplished!
At 3pm local time today Team 3CC completed their epic challenge! Over the last six days they have cycled some of the toughest and... Read More
Team 3CC: Day 5 of the 3 Countries Challenge
Day 5 proved to be challenging on many levels as Team Leader Jonathan Thomson reported: “There was a very loud bang this morning at... Read More
Team 3CC: Day 4 of the Three Countries Challenge
A cold morning greeted the team as they set off across the Llivia plain on Day 4 of the 3 Countries Challenge. Team leader,... Read More
Team 3CC: Day 3 of the Three Countries Challenge
Today Team 3CC saw some stunning country as the mountains of Andorra unfolded. They all arrived in Llivia in fine weather and in good order.... Read More
Team 3CC: Day 2 Update from Jonathan Thomson
“Yesterday we started in France and finished in Spain. Today we journeyed from there and into Andorra, hence the 3 Countries Challenge. Andorra sits... Read More
Team 3CC: Day 1 of The 3 Countries Challenge Complete!
Team 3CC set off at 10am (local time) this morning for the first day of their epic challenge. They cycled 110km and climbed 7,844ft... Read More
Team 3CC: The Start of the 3 Countries Challenge
Today a team of 19 cyclists and 4 support crew flew to Toulouse for the start of their epic adventure which will see them... Read More
JOGLE: World Record Attempt ~ MISSION COMPLETE!!!
At 00:05:10 on 8th July 2019 double amputee Michael Swain MBE set a new WORLD RECORD!! Setting off from John O’Groats at 06:09:30 on Thursday... Read More
JOGLE: World Record Attempt ~ Update
Double amputee Michael Swain is now making his way through Cornwall and is well on his way to completing his epic World Record attempt. With... Read More
JOGLE: Nearing the Finish Line
Day 3 of the World Record attempt was particularly long and tough for double amputee, Michael Swain. He was on the road by 6.30am, but... Read More
JOGLE: Day 1
At 6.09am on Thursday 4th July double amputee, Michael Swain MBE, set off from a wet and windy John O’Groats in an attempt to set... Read More
JOGLE: The World Record Attempt Begins…
Ex-Rifles soldier and double amputee, Michael Swain MBE, officially set off for his World Record attempt at 06:09:30 this morning! 65 Degrees North Patron,... Read More
JOGLE: On Their Way…
The team are all on their way to Scotland ahead of the World record attempt! Double amputee, Michael Swain MBE, aims to complete 874... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Welcome Home!
Team Everest said an emotional farewell to Namgya Sherpa and Dawa C Sherpa at Kathmandu Airport yesterday. Two flights, and several hours later, the... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Brendan ~ My Toughest Challenge…
“On the 21st May, at around 5.30am, I summited the highest mountain in the World! I have finally received a couple of photos from... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Back at Base Camp
The team have now arrived back at Base Camp. In a dramatic twist this morning Scott was flown from Camp 2, via Base camp... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Top of the World!
The team are standing on top of the highest mountain in the World! Pushing themselves, mentally and physically, to the absolute limit was all... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: The Final Push!!
The team have reached the South Col and everyone is feeling good and positive despite a really long, tough day to Camp 4. They... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: A Long, Hard Climb to Camp 3
The team have arrived at Camp 3! They left Camp 2 at 8am this morning and after a long, hard climb in intense heat... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Leesa – 32 Days at Base Camp (EBC)…
The team have now arrived at Camp 2 (6400m) so I can relax a bit knowing they are now safe in their little tents.... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Camp 2
An excited team set off at 2am as planned and 9 hours later they arrived at Camp 2 … Brendan said: ‘Apart from feeling... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: The Moment Has Arrived!
Finally, the moment Rich, Brendan, Scott, Joe and Tom have been waiting for, has arrived! The weather window is looking favourable for the next... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: To Absent Friends
Eight years ago today Scott’s life changed forever… In 2011 Scott deployed to Afghanistan with Lima Company 42 on Operation Herrick 14. Whilst on tour... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Dress Rehearsal
As the team now wait for the weather window to attempt their summit push they are using valuable time at Base Camp to familiarise... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Meeting the Sherpas
The team have now been introduced to the Sherpas who will be with them on summit night. It was a really special moment for... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Active Rest Days
The team are now waiting for their weather window for the summit push. It is important that they still keep their legs active during... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: A Fall in the Icefall
Rich, Brendan, Joe, Scott and Tom returned to Base Camp after a successful push to Camp 3 but their descent through the Khumbu Icefall was... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Push to Camp 3
Rich, Brendan, Joe, Scott and Tom were up at 5am this morning for their push from Camp 2 to Camp 3. They battled strong winds,... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: The 3rd Rotation
The team have arrived at a hot and slightly windy Camp 2 (6700m / 22000ft) They left at 2am this morning in high spirits, ready... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: First Rotation Part 2…
Tom, Scott and Eli (our International Mountain Guide) recently returned from their first rotation to Camp 2. A series of unfortunate events meant Eli was... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Base Camp Life..
The team have now settled in to life at Base Camp where Rich, Joe, Brendan, Scott and Tom will spend a lot of time resting,... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: The First Rotation..
Yesterday was a busy day in camp as the team prepared their kit and equipment ahead of their first rotation. Clothes were washed and dried... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Brendan’s Journey So Far…
“Saying goodbye to my family was very difficult knowing that I wasn’t going to see them for 2 months, and especially with the very difficult... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: The Khumbu Icefall
Immediately following the Puja Ceremony the team prepared their kit for a 4 hour trek through the Khumbu Icefall. The icefall is famous for the... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Puja Ceremony
Several inches of snow fell during the night and the temperature plummeted but when the team woke on the morning of their Puja Ceremony... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Scott’s First Day in Base Camp
“I woke to a really quite chilly start, breaking the ice off my bag is something we are now going to have to get used... Read More
The team have arrived at Everest Base Camp!
They left Gorak Shep a little after 9am (GMT+5.45hrs) and slowly made their way through the beautiful landscape catching glimpses of Everest and the Khumbu... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Trek to Tengboche
Heavy rain, hailstones and snow fell during the night and it was a sleepless night for many as the effects of altitude kicked in. Everyone... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: First Glimpse of Everest
The team have spent two days acclimatising in Namche Bazaar (3440m). On the first day some of the team went to visit the Sherpa and... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Phakding to Namche Bazaar
The team were up at 7am for breakfast and ready to set off by 8am. Within minutes the skies opened and the rain came down.... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Lukla to Phakding
The team departed Kathmandu at around 2am for the long drive to Manthali Airport. The bus bounced along bumpy roads that winded through the mountains... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Summit Oxygen
Another warm and muggy morning greeted the team this morning as they gathered outside for a training session with Neil Greenwood from Summit Oxygen. Neil... Read More
Team EVEREST 2019: Waking Up in Kathmandu!
On Monday April 1st Team Everest set off from their various locations around the UK and arrived at Heathrow Airport where a collection of Patrons,... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: One More Sleep to Go!
This time tomorrow Team Everest will be waiting to board their flight ahead of their epic summit attempt! Preparation and training is complete, bags are... Read More
Countdown to EVEREST 2019: An Evening Hosted by Inmarsat
With just 3 weeks remaining until the team board an aeroplane heading to Kathmandu final preparations are now underway! Last week our Sponsor Inmarsat hosted... Read More
**Countdown to EVEREST 2019: 4 Weeks to Go!
There are just 4 weeks to go until Team Everest set off to climb the World’s highest mountain! Months of hard work, training and preparation... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: Every Picture Tells a Story…
Six weeks from now Team Everest will be on a plane heading for Kathmandu! The team have been training hard for this ultimate challenge and... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: Tent Skills & Team Spirit!
Team Everest recently spent a couple of days on the Mont Blanc Massif preparing mentally, and physically, for the huge challenge that lies ahead of... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: 9 Weeks to GO!
With just 9 weeks to go before Team Everest set off to summit the highest mountain on Earth, we are excited to announce that the... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: 10 Weeks to Go!
Team Everest have spent the last couple of days on the Mont Blanc Massif preparing for their epic summit attempt. Training at altitude, in... Read More
Meet Team EVEREST: Joe Winch
Joe is married to Amy, and they live with their three children on the south coast. Joe was commissioned into the Royal Marines in 2002,... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019 – 11 Weeks to Go!
Meet Team EVEREST: Brendan Davies Brendan joined the Royal Marines at the age of 19. After successfully completing 30 weeks training he then served at... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019 – 12 Weeks to Go!
Meet Team EVEREST: Scott Ransley Scott, from West Yorkshire, joined the Royal Marines in 2008. After passing out he then went to 42 Commando... Read More
2018 Was an Amazing Year…
As 2018 draws to a close, we take a moment to look back at the last 12 months, and reflect on what an incredible year... Read More
*Countdown to EVEREST 2019: Merry Christmas!
With just 14 weeks to go until ‘Team Everest’ set off to summit the World’s highest mountain, we would like to wish you all a... Read More
**Countdown to Everest 2019: 15 Weeks to Go!
In just 15 weeks time ‘Team Everest’ will set out to summit the highest mountain on Earth! We would like to say a huge... Read More
*Countdown to Everest: Meet the Team!
In just 16 weeks time, Team Everest will set out to summit the highest mountain on our planet! Brendan, Scott, Joe, Tom and Richie will... Read More
Team MB’18: Thank You!
We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to our official Sponsors and Supporters who helped Team MB’18 achieve their epic Australian challenge! Without... Read More
Team MB’18: ABC News
Australian news reporter, Mark Bennett, joined Team MB’18 during their epic 1070km Munda Biddi challenge. This is his film that was broadcast via ABC News... Read More
Team MB’18: Mission Complete!
At 2.44pm local time (GMT+8) Team MB’18 crossed the finish line having completed their epic end-to-end 1070km Munda Biddi challenge! 14 days after setting off... Read More
Team MB’18: Day 13 – The Adventure Continues!
On Day 13 of their Munda Biddi challenge Team MB’18 were up early and ready for the long, tough day that lay ahead of them.... Read More
Team MB’18: Jinung Beigabup Hut to Denmark
The team enjoyed a shorter recovery ride today, climbing 2139ft and covering just 46km in a little under 6 hours. A snapped chain early on... Read More
Team MB’18: Days 11 & 12
On Day 11 of their epic challenge, Team MB’18 were on their bikes by 7am and cycled for almost 11 hours. It was another big... Read More
Team MB’18: Days 9 & 10
The team had a relatively gentle 25km recovery ride on Day 9 then spent the remainder of the day resting and carb-loading in readiness for... Read More
Team MB’18: Past the Halfway Point!
Today was another huge day for Team MB’18! They officially crossed the halfway point of their epic 1070km challenge! They have now covered 525km of... Read More
Team MB’18: Days 5 & 6
Days 5 & 6 proved to be very long and challenging days for Team MB’18. Cycling for more than 10 hours a day in ever-changing... Read More
Team MB’18: Days 3 & 4
Team MB’18 had an early start on Day 3 and were diverted along a section of road due to a controlled burn of a large... Read More
Team MB’18: Day 2
Team MB’18 completed their 70km target today through the ancient, unspoiled forest, and have settled down for the night in one of the several huts... Read More
Team MB’18… The Adventure Begins!
Team MB’18 arrived in Australia as planned, collected their bikes and were at the start line by 5pm local time (GMT+8). They cycled 7km of... Read More
*Countdown to MB’18….. and they are off!
Team MB’18 are about to board an aeroplane which will carry them 9,000 miles from the UK to Perth, Australia via Singapore, where they will... Read More
Countdown to MB’18: One Week to Go!
Months of preparation and training are almost at an end for Team MB’18. In a week’s time they will be heading for Australia where they... Read More
MB’18 Team Gower Training: Day 1.
The MB’18 Team were treated to some spectacular views as they cycled their way across the beautiful Gower. They stopped to enjoy the breathtaking scenery... Read More
HEALING ON DENALI ~ by Joe Winch
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the Therapeutic Benefits of the Mountains…. Just below the highest point in North America it’s -35 degrees Celsius and the weather... Read More
*Countdown to Munda Biddi ’18: 7 weeks to go!
The MB18 Team are busy preparing for their epic adventure which will see them cycle over 1000km on the World’s longest off-road mountain bike trail... Read More
Training for Munda Biddi ’18
In October 2018 a small team of wounded and damaged ex-service men and women will travel to Australia and attempt to cycle over 1000km in... Read More
‘Proclamation – 65 Degrees North Team Denali Day’
We are absolutely delighted and honoured to announce that Team Denali’s successful summit bid has been officially recognised by the Mayor of the City of... Read More
Training for Munda Biddi ’18
In October 2018 a small team of wounded and damaged ex-service men will set out to cycle unsupported from… Ocean to Ocean…. along the 1,070km... Read More
Team Denali: Thanks and Gratitude..
Ten days ago Team Denali completed their epic 3-week battle to reach the summit of the World’s tallest land-based mountain, and the highest peak in... Read More
Team Denali: Joe Winch – Recovering
Joe’s world catastrophically fell apart when he was struck down by acute Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). His world became a dark, chaotic and terrifying... Read More
Team Denali: Latest Update from Rich
“The team have all landed safely back in Talkeetna. We made our way back from High Camp to camp at 14,000 feet where we spent... Read More
Team Denali: Summit Day!
A determined Team Denali set off from High Camp at 9am (6pm UK time) Kitted up in all their gear, they were ready to take... Read More
Team Denali: On the Summit!
Team Denali standing on the summit of the highest peak in North America and the tallest land-based mountain on Earth! #65DNTeamDenali #BeyondInjury#MentalHealthMatters #RMfamily
Team Denali: Spectacular Views at High Camp!
Team Denali enjoyed some spectacular views at High Camp (17,200 feet) and a much-needed rest day to recover from the challenging climb. The temperature dropped... Read More
Team Denali: Day 18 – Move to High Camp!
Team Denali finally got the weather break they were hoping for on Day 18! Many of the other groups at Camp 4 cut their losses... Read More
Team Denali: Update – Moving to High Camp!!
The team have got the weather break they were hoping for and are now on their way to High Camp (5243m) They have a massive... Read More
Team Denali: Day 16 – Update from Rich
Latest update from Rich: “Ok – there maybe a slight break in the weather for us! We have a possible chance to move to High... Read More
Team Denali: Day 15 – Keeping Spirits High at Camp 4!
A break in the weather on Day 15 meant Team Denali were able to get out of their tents and enjoy the spectacular views of... Read More
Team Denali: Latest Update – Patiently Waiting…
A stormy couple of days on Denali has caused a complete shut down of climbers both ascending and descending. Team Denali is still hunkered down... Read More
Team Denali: Update – Day 13
The team had a day of storms as expected, and a low ‘eye-of-the-hurricane’ kind of storm has kept them in their tents, which is frustrating... Read More
Team Denali: Riding Out the Storm – Jonnie
Ever wondered what the team snack on during an extreme challenge? Whilst Team Denali are riding out the storm at Camp 4 Jonnie takes some... Read More
Team Denali: And the Storm Hits – Scott
Despite the strong winds and heavy snowfall team morale remains high!
Latest Update from Team Denali:
Rich has reported that the violent storm throughout the night has destroyed some of the tents and equipment: “I guess that’s why Denali is one... Read More
Team Denali: Live from Camp 4 – 15/06/2018
Team Denali live from Camp 4 (4328m) where they were preparing for a blizzard and heavy snow which had been forecast by The National Park... Read More
Denali: Day 10 – Breaking Trail
The team did a back-carry to collect their cache near Windy Corner, which completely lived up to it’s name, on Day 10! They had to... Read More
Team Denali: Day 9 – Move to Camp 4!
The team woke early on Day 9 and were greeted by blue skies and sunshine. However, there were lots of very high clouds which meant... Read More
Team Denali: Days 7 & 8
The team left camp early on Day 7 to pick up the cache they left near Kahiltna Pass. They had a tough day due to... Read More
Team Denali: Reasons for Climbing this Mountain – Brendan
Brendan explains his reasons for taking on this mammoth challenge and shares some of the thoughts that are running through his head as he climbs... Read More
Team Denali: Days 5 & 6
After a delicious breakfast of pancakes, the team set off early on Day 5 to carry half of their kit and stores which would be... Read More
Team Denali: Day 3 & 4 – Base Camp to Camp 1
Team Denali took in some dramatic scenery during the 40-minute trip from Talkeetna to Base Camp. They flew over mountains that got bigger and bigger,... Read More
Team Denali Update – Day 7:
The team have had a tough day today due to treacherous weather conditions. They left Camp 3 at 11,200ft earlier to pick up the cache... Read More
Update from Team Denali:
Yesterday (Day 5) the team carried loads up a long hill on the Kahiltna Glacier known as “Ski Hill.” They continued north to a spot... Read More
Team Denali: Day 3 – To the Kahiltna Glacier
An excited team loaded up their Air Taxi a couple of hours later than originally planned due to poor weather conditions. They were able to... Read More
Team Denali: Day 3 – Talkeetna
“Life is like a mountain…. hard to climb, but worth the amazing view from the top.” The team set off early on Day 3 for... Read More
Team Denali: Interview on BFBS Radio
With only hours to go before the start of the Mt Denali summit attempt Rachel Cochrane from BFBS Radio had a quick chat with Rich... Read More
Team Denali – Day 2
The team arrived in Anchorage more than 24 hours after setting off from home. They settled in to their hotel for the night but some... Read More
Team Denali – Day 1
Months of training and preparation are at an end and the team are now on a plane heading for Alaska. 65 Degrees North Patron Jonathan... Read More
Meet Team Denali: Richard Morgan
Rich is a former Royal Marine Commando who served at 40 Commando, amongst other units, he deployed and was trained in Arctic and desert warfare... Read More
Meet Team Denali: Brendan Davies
Brendan joined the Royal Marines at the age of 19. After successfully completing 30 weeks training he then served at 40 Commando where he was... Read More
Meet Team Denali: Scott Ransley
Scott, from West Yorkshire, joined the Royal Marines in 2008. After passing out he then went to 42 Commando where he deployed on several training... Read More
Meet Team Denali: Jonnie Miller
Jonnie joined the Royal Marines in 2008 and worked as a Reconnaissance Operator with 42 Commando. He deployed to Afghanistan on Herrick 14 and on... Read More
Meet Team Denali: Joe Winch
With a successful career and a young family, Joe felt he had achieved everything he had ever wanted, yet within just a few months his... Read More
Denali Team Training & Selection.. Part 2
The team continued their training high up on the Aiguille du Midi where unexpected hot weather presented an extra challenge. The breathtaking scenery and blue... Read More
Denali Team Training & Selection.. Part 1
An 8-strong team arrived in Vallorcine, Chamonix for a training and selection package ahead of the Denali summit attempt. The Bellevue Alpine Lodge once again... Read More
Training for Denali…
In just 4 weeks time 65 Degrees North will be heading to Alaska where the team will attempt to summit Denali, the highest mountain in... Read More
The Leader ’18 Team Complete Their Adventure!
The Leader ’18 team have completed their epic adventure at sea! They have had a full-on week learning new skills aboard a beautiful Brixham trawler,... Read More
Knots, Ropes and Navigation Skills….
Despite some stormy weather and rough seas the team are relishing their adventure aboard the Leader. Knots, ropes and navigation training has been provided by... Read More
Day 3: A Bubbling, White Crested and Slightly Confused Sea…
A beautiful, clear blue sky greeted the team as they prepared for Day 3 aboard the ‘Leader’. Plenty of warm layers and hot cups of... Read More
The Second Day at Sea…
A cold northerly wind greeted the team as they prepared to set sail for the second day of their adventure! They worked together to raise the... Read More
The Leader ’18 Team Set Sail…
A team of wounded, injured and sick veterans embarked on a sailing endeavour aboard ‘The Leader’, a Brixham trawler built in 1892. Despite grey skies... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… The Homecoming!
The Flag and the team arrived back in the UK from their epic adventure to the ‘Roof of the Americas’: Mt Aconcagua! … and what... Read More
#FollowTheFlag …. Live From Mendoza
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Friday, 26 January 2018
#FollowTheFlag… The Summit!
At 6.30pm (GMT) on Sunday 21st January 2018 the Flag reached the summit of ‘The Roof of the Americas: Mt Aconcagua for the 2nd time!... Read More
#FollowTheFlag … The Team and the Flag are Reunited!
This photo needs no words.. their faces say it all! However below is a favourite quote of Danny’s which perhaps answers the question: why would... Read More
#FollowTheFlag…. Post-Summit Update
Exhausted from their gruelling 14-hour day Rich, Brendan and the flag returned to an empty Camp Colera… A turn of events meant a difficult... Read More
#FollowTheFlag … THEY DID IT!!
Rich, Brendan and the Flag have made it to the ‘Roof of the Americas’!! At 6.30pm (GMT) on Sunday 21st January 2018 they stood on... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Summit Bid Update
Danny and Al’s journey to the ‘Roof of the Americas’ has ended at 6400m (20,997ft) They are understandably disappointed but the altitude has beaten them... Read More
#FollowTheFlag … The Summit Bid!
The flag and the team are on their way to the summit! Dave Pritt, our highly experienced mountain guide from Adventure Peaks made the difficult... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Day 12
The flag and the team have arrived at Camp Colera! They are now settled in their tents at 6000m (19685ft) It has been brutal day... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Day 11
The team have spent Day 11 at Camp Guanacos acclimatising and preparing for their summit bid! Al handed the flag to Jason this morning and... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Day 10
Beautiful blue skies and sunshine greeted the team on day 10 as they prepared to move to Camp Guanacos. They had all had a relatively... Read More
Live From Camp Guanacos (5400m)… Day 10
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Thursday, 18 January 2018
#FollowTheFlag… Day 9
The team set off this morning for Camp Guanacos (Camp 3) carrying all the food, kit and equipment that they will need for remainder of... Read More
Live From Base Camp… Day 9
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Wednesday, 17 January 2018
Live From Camp 1… Day 8
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Tuesday, 16 January 2018
Live From Camp 1… Day 7
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Monday, 15 January 2018
#FollowTheFlag…. Day 7
Last night the team ate their evening meal wearing their summit jackets as the temperature dropped drastically and the snow began to fall. It had... Read More
#FollowTheFlag … Day 6 at Base Camp
The team enjoyed spectacular views of the mountains last night as a stunning sunset lit up the sky. The temperature dropped rapidly during the night... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Day 5
The team were pleased to report that they all passed their medical last night and were declared fit to continue with the ascent. Al carefully... Read More
#FollowTheFlag… Base Camp
The team had a very early start on Day 3 of their journey to the ‘Roof of the Americas’ in an attempt to avoid the... Read More
Live From Base Camp … Day 4
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Friday, 12 January 2018
Live From Base Camp … Day 3
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Thursday, 11 January 2018
Live from Mt Aconcagua… Day 2 (Part 2)
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Wednesday, 10 January 2018
Live from Mt Aconcagua… Day 2 (Part 1)
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Wednesday, 10 January 2018
#FollowTheFlag.. Day 2 on Mt Aconcagua
Brendan became the proud recipient of the flag today as the team prepared for their second day on the mountain. Once again they trekked for... Read More
The Flag Continues Its Journey…..
Beautiful blue skies greeted the team this morning as they prepared for the long day ahead of them. Jason became the proud recipient of the... Read More
The Flag Arrives in Mendoza…
A tired but excited team arrived in Mendoza almost 30 hours after setting off from their various locations around the UK. The flag was handed... Read More
The Story Behind #FollowTheFlag
A few weeks ago, Senior Patron Major General Andy Keeling approached the team with a request to carry a flag with them on their journey... Read More
Good Luck From Tim Howell
65 Degrees North received a message of good luck for their forthcoming challenge from Adventurer and Base Jumper Tim Howell https://www.facebook.com/TimHowellADV… Thanks for the support... Read More
The Raid 17 Team: The Final Day!
The team were packed, warmed-up and ready to leave Ax-Les-Thermes by 8.30am. A huge 154km stood between them and the Mediterranean Sea where they would... Read More
The Raid 17 Team: Day 6
A cold but beautiful morning greeted the team as they prepared to set off on the penultimate day of their epic coast-to-coast challenge. The climb... Read More
Raid 17 Team: Day 5
Despite the rain and a few aches and pains the team set off with huge smiles on their faces and a strong determination to continue... Read More
The Raid 17 Team – Day 4: Part 2
The team were rewarded with spectacular sunny views after another long hard push to the top of Col d’Aspin where lunch awaited them. Despite several... Read More
The Raid 17 Team – Day 4: Part 1
A beautiful day greeted the team as they prepared for the challenging day ahead of them which would see them cover 96km and 3000m of... Read More
The Raid 17 Team: Day 3
The 3rd day of the epic 450 mile cost-to-coast endeavour took the team over some incredibly steep and challenging Cols. The views were breathtaking as... Read More
The Raid 17 Team: Day 2
The team set off in two groups to give Chris a head start on his hand-bike. The weather was kinder with sunshine and showers and... Read More
The Raid 17 Team – Day 1: Part 2
The sun came out just as the team started arriving at the designated lunch stop. Jonathan had taken a small tumble off his bike, grazing... Read More
The Raid 17 Team – Day 1: Part 1
Strong winds and torrential rain greeted the team as the rose for breakfast. They gathered together to assemble their bikes, which took a little longer... Read More
The Raid 17 Team: Arriving in Toulouse
An excited Raid 17 team travelled from various locations all across the UK to arrive collectively at Toulouse airport along with all their bikes, kit... Read More
Meet the Raid 17 Team: Ian ‘Mack’ McCormack
Ian joined the Royal Marines in 2003 and after successfully completing Commando Training he went on to enjoy a varied career, serving in several countries... Read More
Meet the Raid 17 Team: Jez Scarratt
Jez joined the Royal Marines in 1975 and served in Northern Ireland, Cyprus and Belize. In 1982 he lost his leg in a road traffic... Read More
Meet the Raid 17 Team: Chris Hawes
In September 2017 a team of wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women will be attempting to cycle some of the toughest roads in the... Read More
Preparing for Raid ’17…
Sports Science experts from Swansea University put the Raid 17 team through gruelling fitness tests in the labs at the University’s Bay Campus. The Sports... Read More
An Invitation to Swansea University Bay Campus
The team were delighted to receive an invitation from Prof. Gareth Stratton, Head of School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, to be Guest Speakers at... Read More
Training for Raid 17 – Portugal
A strong and confident team have returned home from Portugal where they spent a week training for Raid 17. It was the first time that... Read More
Raid 17 Training – Day 1
On Saturday March 4th the team flew to Portugal, along with a collection of bikes and hand-bikes, to undertake a week-long of intensive training for... Read More
‘Prince Harry Congratulates the Team’.
Prince Harry has sent his personal congratulations to the 65 Degrees North team for their successful unsupported climb of Antarctica’s highest peak. The team were... Read More
Top of the Bottom of the World!
The team are standing on ‘Top of the Bottom of the World’! Rich, Danny, Flo, Tom and Kirk reached the summit of Antarctica’s... Read More
Today is Danny’s Birthday…
Today is Danny’s birthday! It will be a birthday like no other and he could be celebrating it on the top of Antarctica’s highest peak... Read More
Update From High Camp…
*1800hrs Saturday January 14th 2017 Rich phoned with an update from Mt Vinson…. “We are now at high camp (c3,750m/12,300ft) with views of Mt Shinn... Read More
Today is Tom’s Birthday..
Tom has spent his birthday in one of the coldest, most remote places on our planet! Not many people get to spend their birthday on... Read More
Update From the Mountain..
*Wednesday 11th January at 11.30pm Rich called from Mt Vinson with the latest update from the team: “We have just reached Camp 1 (2,770m/9,100ft) and... Read More
Shortly after landing at Union Glacier in Antarctica the team broadcast a live video using the #iSatHub.The essential safety and communications kit provided by Inmarsat means we will be able to continue to share every step of the journey as it progresses.We are looking forward to keeping you all updated and sharing the amazing views of this vast, white, frozen continent as the team take on its highest mountain: Mt Vinson.Keep an eye out for our next live video....
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Monday, 9 January 2017
Live Updates From Antarctica….
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Monday, 9 January 2017 Shortly after landing in Antarctica the team broadcast a live video via the iSatHub. The... Read More
The BIG Expedition sets offThe #BigFridayShow have been following 65 Degrees North on their BIG Expedition to Antarctica, check out the fundraising team before they set off and follow their progress between 4-7pm UK time on BFBS Radio!
Posted by BFBS Radio on Friday, 6 January 2017
BFBS Radio Are Following the Team’s Progress..
The BIG Expedition sets off The #BigFridayShow have been following 65 Degrees North on their BIG Expedition to Antarctica, check out the fundraising team before... Read More
Antarctica Bound!!
The team have boarded their plane and are Antarctica bound! The Russian Ilyushin IL-76 TD will fly them over 3000km to one of the coldest,... Read More
Final Preparations Before the Team Fly to Antarctica ..
The team have spent the day on final checks and preparation before they fly to Antarctica tomorrow to start their massive challenge to climb Mt... Read More
First Live Video From Punta Arenas..
Posted by 65 Degrees North on Sunday, 8 January 2017 The team posted their first live video via Facebook earlier today. Tom told us... Read More
Preparation in Punta Arenas… Part 1
The team spent a chilly and overcast morning in Punta Arenas sourcing the fresh food and snacks they will need for Antarctica. The afternoon was... Read More
30 Hours Later….
The team have arrived in Punta Arenas after almost 30 hours travelling! Tomorrow will be spent making final preparation and equipment checks, and purchasing the... Read More
Live From Brazil!
The team have boarded their 3rd plane in the last 24 hours. They are now flying to Punta Arenas and should arrive at their hotel... Read More
Team have landed in Brazil!
The team have been travelling all night and have just landed in Brazil where they will catch another flight to Chile. They will hopefully be... Read More
Inmarsat Provides Complete Support Package Again..
We are delighted to announce that Inmarsat, the leading provider of mobile satellite communications, has once again offered the team their complete support. The package they... Read More
2016: Another Immense Year!
2016 has been another immense year filled with so many special moments and memories. The highs and lows, tears and laughter, hard work, training and... Read More
‘Katabatic Wind and Blisters….’
The team smashed 24km on Day 4 of their epic trek across the Ice Cap and they reached ‘Dog Camp’, just beyond the crevasse zone.... Read More
‘First Breathtaking Images from the Ice cap’
Peter and the team have made excellent progress through the treacherous ice field. They have been tested physically and mentally but are enjoying the challenges... Read More
‘The Reality of This Epic Challenge’
After a hearty breakfast on Saturday the team left Kangerlussuaq (Søndre Strømfjord) and were driven about 30km to the spectacular edge of the ice cap,... Read More
‘Norway Training… Practising Vital Skills’
Another beautiful morning greeted the team as they prepared for a day practising the vital skills they will need for a successful expedition in May.... Read More
‘Team Training in Norway…. Cross Country Skiing’
After a morning discussing nutrition, clothing requirements and how to pack their pulks the team set off for a long afternoon of cross-country skiing practice.... Read More
‘The 5-Strong Team Arrive in Norway’
After a long day of travelling the team arrived at the cabin where they spent their first night together as the 5-strong team that will... Read More
‘Swansea City AFC Launches 65 Degrees North’
Swansea City AFC helped launch the 65 Degrees North Endeavour at the Barclays Premier League game against Manchester Utd in February. The Royal Marine Commando Display Team abseiled... Read More
‘Research Experts Supporting 65 Degrees North’
An incredible team of research experts are supporting 65 Degrees North to ensure the best possible chance of accomplishing the World First Record attempt. The... Read More
‘The Team Meet HRH Prince Harry’
The team travelled to Whitehall for a private meeting with HRH Prince Harry. It was an absolute honour and privilege to discuss the details of... Read More