About the Author
George Phillipson
The clock is ticking! Having just celebrated my 60th birthday in August 2024, I've set myself a monumental, two-year challenge: to conquer every single one of the 214 Wainwright fells before I turn 62 in August 2026. This isn't just a walk in the park; it's a personal Everest, a high-stakes adventure against the rugged beauty of the Lake District, and a race against the calendar! I'm strapping on my boots and hitting the trails with a fierce determination to summit all of Alfred Wainwright's beloved peaks—from the highest giants to the secluded gems. Every completed fell is a victory, a hard-won tick on a very long list. You can join me on this incredible journey, experiencing the breathtaking views, the unpredictable weather, and the sheer grit it takes to complete this quest. Head over to my YouTube channel to see the raw, exciting footage of my climbs—the struggles, the triumphs, and the stunning moments on each fell. For the statisticians and mountain enthusiasts among you, I'm keeping a precise ledger. Right here, you can track my progress with the definitive table of all 214 Wainwrights. The ones glowing in green are the mountains I've already bagged—proof that the challenge is well underway! Will I make the deadline? Can a sixty-year-old complete this epic hiking marathon in just 24 months? There’s only one way to find out. Follow the adventure, watch the summits fall, and keep checking that table! The mountains are calling, and the countdown is ON! Wainwright Challenge - 214 Wainwrights Before 62