In Memory of Lisa Walker

Hi my name is Kris Hardy one of Lisa good friends.

I want to encourage as many people as possible to come on the day and be part of this challenge in whatever way feels right for them. Whether you walk a single peak, a stretch of the route, or the whole challenge, your support and presence will mean the world.

I’m taking on one of the toughest challenges of my life to honour my dear friend Lisa Walker, who tragically passed away far too soon. Lisa was a beautiful soul who lit up every room she entered, and her sudden passing has left an unfillable gap in the lives of those who loved her. Most painfully, she leaves behind her loving family and her three precious young daughters.

On Saturday, September 13th, 2025, I will attempt to complete the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge forwards and backwards in under 30 hours.

That’s 48 miles, 6 mountain summits, and over 10,000 feet of climbing, nearly the height of Mount Fuji in Japan. To put it simply, it’s almost two marathons across brutal mountain terrain combined with an ascent that rivals some of the world’s great peaks.

But I’m not doing this for myself.

I’m doing it for Lisa, for her family, and for her girls.

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks already holds a special place in my heart because I’ve had the privilege of taking Lisa’s daughter up there a few times. To now attempt this monumental challenge in Lisa’s memory feels deeply meaningful.

The plan:

I will complete the first full loop of the Yorkshire 3 Peaks.

I will then camp and rest for a few hours when the sun goes down.

I will rise with the sun and set off again, completing the entire challenge backwards.

I’ll be carrying:

A tent, sleeping bag, and camping gear.

Food and water for 30+ hours.

A head torch and safety kit for the night hike.

Navigation gear.

A first aid kit and essentials.

This challenge will test every ounce of strength I have, but compared to what Lisa’s family are facing, it’s nothing.

How you can help:

Donate whatever you can. Every single pound raised will go directly to support Lisa’s family and her three beautiful girls.

Join me on the day in whatever way feels right for you. Whether it’s tackling the full loop, climbing a single peak, or simply walking a stretch to show encouragement, your presence will mean the world.

Share this page to spread the word and help us climb these mountains together for Lisa’s family.

This isn’t just about climbing mountains.

It’s about coming together, showing love, and supporting Lisa’s girls when they need it most.

Together, let’s honour Lisa’s memory and climb mountains, both real and symbolic, for her three precious daughters.