Spring Equinox Snowdon Challenge

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 (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!