Walk Snowdon with on 21 Mar Mindful hike for wellbeing & fundraising for the Moksha Community Hub!
Celebrate the Spring Equinox with a meaningful challenge walk up Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) via the Pen y Pass route, guided by Azim Nobeebaccus, founder of Moksha Holistic Therapies.
This walk is part of the National Lottery-funded Healing in Nature programme, a 2-year initiative supporting community wellbeing through eco-therapy, mindfulness, forest bathing, creative nature workshops, and community gardening. The Snowdon Challenge is designed to bring people together to connect with nature, improve physical and mental wellbeing, and raise funds for our new Moksha Community Hub, a permanent, inclusive space for wellbeing sessions, workshops, and community support in Derbyshire.
Participants will receive a special edition T-shirt to commemorate the walk and their contribution to community wellbeing. Funds raised will directly help develop the hub for launch in April and support ongoing Healing in Nature activities, ensuring that more people have access to nature-based healing and inclusive community opportunities. Whether you walk with us, sponsor a participant, or donate, every step you take helps turn time in nature into lasting community impact.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, 21st March 2026 (Spring Equinox)
Route: Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) – Pen y Pass
Distance: Approx. 11–13 km (round trip)
Difficulty: Challenging mountain walk – moderate fitness required
Guided by: Azim Nobeebaccus, Moksha Holistic Therapies + 2 experienced mountain hikers
Participant T-shirt: Yes – commemorative edition included
Itinerary (Pen y Pass Route)
05:45 – Meet in Matlock (alternatively can meet us at Pen Y Pass directly at 10am)
Minibus boarding from Matlock (dependant on numbers we will hire a mini bus if required)
Welcome, introductions, intention-setting
Safety briefing
06:00 – Travel to Pen y Pass
Approx. 3.5–4 hours travel
Quiet reflection, conversation and optional journaling during transit
10:00 – Arrive at Pen y Pass
Kit check and safety overview
Warm-up and mindfulness preparation
10:30 – Guided Ascent Begins
Steady pace, with regular pauses for reflection
Mindful walking, breathwork, and observation of nature
14:00 – Summit
Spring Equinox reflection and grounding
Group photo optional
14:30 – Begin Descent
Return via Pen y Pass (or Miners’ Track if conditions allow)
17:30 – Return to Pen y Pass
Closing reflections and snack break
18:00 – Travel back to Matlock
Integration time and reflections
22:00 – Approximate arrival in Matlock
All times are indicative and may change depending on weather, group pace, and safety considerations.
Ticket Price
£50 per person – covers minibus transport from Matlock, event coordination, insurance, admin, and shared resources
Ticket does not count as a donation
Fundraising via JustGiving
Each participant will create a JustGiving fundraising page for the Moksha Community Hub
Suggested minimum fundraising target: £250 per participant
Funds will directly support the development of the hub and ongoing Healing in Nature activities
Why Join?
Connect with nature and community in a mindful, guided ascent
Celebrate the Spring Equinox with reflection and renewal
Support the National Lottery-funded Healing in Nature programme
Fundraise for the Moksha Community Hub, helping create a lasting, inclusive space
Receive a commemorative T-shirt
Contribute to inclusive, accessible wellbeing opportunities for your local community
Participant FAQ
Do I have to walk to support the project? No – supporters can donate or fundraise without taking part in the walk.
Is this a race? No – this is a guided, mindful community walk focused on wellbeing and connection.
What if the weather is unsafe? Safety comes first. The route or date may be adapted if necessary.
Who can join? Adults with reasonable fitness and confidence walking on uneven terrain. (16+)
Minibus / Transport
Transport is included in ticket cost
Enables safe, equitable access for all participants
Aligns with project accessibility and inclusion goal - Funding will support inclusive transport arrangements, including minibus hire, to enable participation in nature-based wellbeing and community fundraising activities.
For full details of the community hub please follow this crowdfunder -
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/community-hub-in-matlock
Thank you and if any questions please get in touch!
Tickets bookings link here :-
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spring-equinox-snowdon-challenge-tickets-1979125221815?aff=oddtdtcreator
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