Ten Tors is the biggest hiking event for young people in the South West.

In May of every year, around 400 teams of 6, from Explorer Scouts, Cadet and School Groups, walk distances of 35, 45 or 55 miles - bronze, silver and gold respectively - carrying everything required to be completely self sufficient for the Ten Tors challenge.

Starting at 07:00 on Saturday morning, the challenge is to visit 10 Tors (points at the top of hills) in a given order, then get the whole team back to Okehampton army camp by 17:00 on Sunday.

Who can do it?

Almost anyone between 14 and 19 can take part. Ten Tors training is organised through the Ten Tors Explorer Unit, so you'll walk with people from groups all over Cornwall.

The training starts in November, and includes topics such as navigation and first aid. From January there are fortnightly training hikes to help you improve your fitness, stamina and team skills. Training takes place in all weathers - rain, snow, wind, fog and, hopefully (!), some sunshine - to ensure that we are well prepared.

No previous experience is needed and, with the right commitment, most people will reach a high enough level of fitness before the event.

If you've done Coast to Coast, you'll be fine!