Night in the Wild Lake District FAQs

Night in the Wild is open to anyone over the age of 18. The event is primarily for people who identify as women, but men can take part too if they're accompanied by a woman.

The entry fee to take part in Night in the Wild is £35 per person. 

• A digital event pack with event details, camping guides, sponsorship form and fundraising tips
• A welcome pack on the day
• An exclusive beanie hat to wear on the day
• A shared kit with everything you need to build your own shelter
• Outdoor experts
• Campfire experience
• Guest speaker
• Breakfast
• Toilet facilities on site
• A Night in the Wild medal
• An optional certificate showing your fundraising total

Each participant is encouraged to raise a minimum of £250 in sponsorship (in addition to the £35 entry fee).

We ask for a minimum sponsorship of £250 because we believe it reflects the scale and difficulty of the challenge. And so that we can continue to fund our vital research and support. The £35 registration fee does not meet the entire cost of the challenge, so setting a minimum sponsorship target also makes sure that we can cover the cost of each place in the event. There's no penalty for not reaching the minimum fundraising target, but we do encourage everyone to achieve this goal.

We'll give you fundraising ideas and materials to help make this as easy as possible. Here’s a list of fundraising resources to help you reach your target: Night in the Wild downloads

We are here to support you every step of the way, so please feel free to reach out to us on nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org

Registrations close one week before the event date.

Please call 020 7960 3584 or email nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org and we can decide what to do with your place.

Please consult your GP before you completely rule it out. You may be able to support anyone else you know who is going by making a donation via Facebook or JustGiving fundraising page. 

Yes, of course! Each team member will need to register individually. You can create a JustGiving page for your team to help with that all important fundraising. Then just give your team a name so that everyone knows who you are!

At time of registration, please click on the ‘Create’ button in the ‘Create a new team and Register’ option. You can then name your team and invite your friends and family to join your team and register for this event by entering their emails.

At time of registration, please click on the ‘Create’ button in the ‘Create a new team and Register’ option. You can then name your team and invite your friends and family to join your team and register for this event by entering their emails.

Everyone taking part has an individual fundraising target of £250. So if four of you are in the same team, your goal is to raise £1000. For tips on how to fundraise, you can access our downloadable resources here: Night in the Wild downloads

You’ll be invited to arrive at the event in the afternoon on Saturday 7 June. We’ll be in touch closer to the time with details of your exact arrival time. And we're planning for everyone to leave the site by 11am on Sunday 8 June.

Yes, you can. Setting up your shelter may be a two-person job but there will be lots of support onsite.

You’ll walk along the side of Buttermere to reach our event site. This is a flat route with a dedicated footpath, surrounded by the imposing and majestic fells of the Lake District. The event site is on farmland, which is relatively flat with Buttermere along one side.

You'll have the opportunity to take part in a wild swim in Buttermere with your fellow challengers at specific times during your challenge. This might be just dipping a toe in the water or you might choose to take the plunge and swim in one of the Lake District's most iconic locations, it's completely up to you. Our team of experienced lifeguards will be on hand to support you in the water. 

Yes, there will be toilet facilities at the event.

We want to make sure you get the chance to really spend a night in the wild. We'll provide toilets and running water, but there won't be showers or any indoor amenities.

Once you’ve completed your challenge, we’ll provide you with a warm drink and breakfast. There won’t be any other refreshments at the event, so please bring your own food and drink for the Saturday afternoon and evening.

Unfortunately, this won’t be possible because we have a full itinerary planned for the weekend. We recommend you pack your kit bag far enough in advance for you to purchase items before you set off to the site. If you are unsure about anything, feel free to reach out at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org or post your query on the Facebook group. 

The key is to be organised. Do as much preparation as you can at home ahead of time. A flask of soup/tea/coffee would be ideal. You may choose to make sandwiches or bring snacks like crisps or chocolate. You could make some treats like flapjacks, cake or biscuits that are easy to share. If you would rather have a healthier option, you could cut some vegetables into strips e.g. carrots, cucumbers and peppers to munch on throughout the day and evening.  It is important that if you are planning on cooking something at the campsite, it is done safely by using the right equipment like a portable stove. You won’t be able to cook on the campfire.  

We’ll ask you about your dietary requirements when you register, so please tell us when you’re completing the form. We will ensure that all participants are catered for. After all – you deserve it after spending a night under the stars!  

We'll send you a digital welcome pack with everything you need nearer the time. If you need anything else, please email us at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org

Yes, there will be parking on site, but we recommend travelling with friends and family. There will be some public transport options.

Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted at our Night in the Wild events.

If you have a guide dog and would like to join a Night in the Wild event, please contact us at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org, as we want to make this event as accessible as possible for everyone.

Ask around the campsite if anyone has anything to spare. It will test your survival skills! If there is a real emergency there will be medical supplies. We’ll have a small shop with limited stock of camping essentials, but please make sure you pack everything you need.

We want to make the event as accessible as possible for everyone. If you would like to join a Night in the Wild event and you use a wheelchair, please contact us at nightinthewild@breastcancernow.org 

We’ll have our fingers crossed for dry, sunny weather but we all know that the Great British Summer doesn’t always play ball! Our team of outdoor experts will be there to support you come rain or shine. So, if it’s a damp day, grab you galoshes and a waterproof – let's embrace the great outdoors together!

Yes, there will be a dedicated and expert first aid team at the event.

There will be little to no connection during the Night in the Wild Events. You will need to entertain yourselves the old-fashioned way! There will be games and opportunities to share stories with likeminded women. However, we recommend you bring a power bank with you, so your phone doesn’t run out of charge. This will allow you to take photos and film videos you can share with everyone when you regain reception.

All rubbish left at the site will be separated, sorted and recycled where possible.