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BATTLEFIELD EXPEDITIONS
Join us as we experience the thrill of reliving history through powerful, inspiring expeditions designed to captivate and transform. These events are not just journeys through time but gateways to understanding the profound legacy of courage and perseverance while celebrating the spirit of adventure and inventive daring that mapped the need for ingenuity.
For those with a passion for history and a thirst for unique experiences, these expeditions offer an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the past in a significant and personal way. Secure your place in this monumental series of events and become part of a living tribute to the heroes who shaped our world. Embrace the journey, ignite your spirit, and step into history with Challenge The Wild.
Upcoming Expeditions
EXPEDITIONS 2024 - 2027
JUNE 2024: D-DAY 80 · Lamplights of Peace
"Step into History's Light: Igniting the Flame of Peace Across Generations"
The commemoration of D-DAY 80 has profoundly inspired our battlefield expeditions. It serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifices made on the beaches of Normandy. The lighting of the Lamp Light of Peace during this event symbolises our enduring commitment to honour these heroes. This flame illuminates their bravery and fuels our dedication to creating meaningful, immersive experiences that promote connection and deliver joy.
Each expedition we craft aims to connect participants deeply with history, fostering a profound appreciation for the past while inspiring hope and peace for the future.
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MAY 2025: OPERATION VICTORY
Inspiration: VE DAY 80 · The Adventure Festival · Location: Coniston, UK
Get ready for an inclusive, electrifying event like no other! The VE Day 80 Adventure Festival promises an unforgettable experience for all adventurers. Embark on a journey through three exhilarating activity zones and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of our Festival Village. Here, you'll set up camp, enjoy delicious meals, and create lasting memories with fellow adventurers.
The Adventure Festival will be nothing short of spectacular. Witness the emotive lighting of the Lamps, participate in a lively traditional 'Street Party,' and revel in the stirring sounds of military music, perfectly capturing the spirit of the occasion. Join us for a celebration that combines history, adventure, and camaraderie in a truly unique festival experience!
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
JULY 2025: OPERATION MARKET GARDEN
Parachute onto the Nijmegen D-Zone Hike the 1944 march route to Arnhem Bridge Airborne Memorial Arnhem
Step into the shoes of a military strategist and dissect one of WWII's most daring – and ultimately, controversial – operations: Market Garden. In September 1944, Allied forces launched a bold airborne assault to secure key bridges across the Netherlands. This ambitious plan, if successful, would have outflanked the formidable German Siegfried Line and paved the way for a swift advance towards Berlin.
Prepare to grapple with the complexities of battlefield decision-making. Challenge The Wild's expedition will immerse you in the very landscape where Market Garden unfolded. We'll strip back the strategies employed by both sides, analyse the factors contributing to the operation's initial success and ultimate failure, and stand where pivotal decisions were made.
Are you ready to decode the enigma of Market Garden? Join us and become an expert on this fascinating and complex chapter in WWII history.
Expedition Highlights
- > Parachute onto Drop Zone
- > 4 Day 120km hike.
- > Including several sections of the famous Nijmegen March Route finishing at Arnhem Bridge.
- > GROESBEEK CANADIAN WAR CEMETERY.
- > National Liberation Museum at Groesbeek.
- > Operation Market Garden Highlights Battlefield Tour
- > Visit the Arnhem War Museum and Airborne Memorial Arnhem
Expedition Includes
- > Tented Accommodation
- > All meals whilst on the Expedition
- > Expedition guides - 1 x Ex -Military Event Manager, 2 x Technical Instructors, 1 x Wellbeing Coach, 1 x Expedition Doctor
- > All activities, tours and visits.
- > Travel to and from the UK (flights)
- > Internal Transfers
- > Expedition Insurance and full Health and Safety Cover
- > A personalised message from CTW Ambassadors (Ant Middleton and Julia Bradbury)
- > Unique Expedition Mementos
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
SEPT 2025: OPERATION BROADSWORD
Separating Fact from Fiction: Unveiling Operation Broadsword.
History buffs, buckle up! We're taking a deep dive into the thrilling (and fictional) world of Operation Broadsword, the daring WWII rescue mission immortalised in the classic 1968 war film "Where Eagles Dare.". Operation Broadsword may not be an actual historical event. Still, its portrayal of a high-stakes rescue from a heavily fortified Nazi castle in the Alps taps into our fascination with wartime bravery and audacious missions.
Join us on a mission of your own! Challenge The Wild's experts will unlock the tactics and strategies depicted in the film. We'll analyse the feasibility of such a mission, explore the realities of wartime espionage and covert operations, and delve into the historical context that inspired this iconic story.
Are you ready to explore the captivating blend of history and Hollywood? Challenge The Wild will take you on a thrilling journey to uncover the secrets of Operation Broadsword.
Expedition Highlights
- > Hike through the Austrian Alps.
- > Schloss Adler, the famous railway station at Werfen.
- > Ascent to the mountaintop fortress Berg Hohenwerfen.
- > Escape and Evade scenario.
- > Hike to Eisriesenwelt, ice cave.
- > 150ft cliff abseil.
- > Finish at the Feuerkogel mountain lift.
Expedition Includes
- > Mountain Hut Accommodation
- > All meals whilst on the Expedition
- > Expedition guides - 1 x Ex -Military Event Manager, 2 x Technical Instructors, 1 x Wellbeing Coach, 1 x Expedition Doctor
- > All activities, tours and visits.
- > Travel to and from the UK (flights)
- > Internal Transfers
- > Expedition Insurance and full Health and Safety Cover
- > A personalised message from CTW Ambassadors (Ant Middleton and Julia Bradbury)
- > Unique Expedition Mementos
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
MARCH 2026: OPERATION ANZAC
Unearth the secrets of Gallipoli!
In 1915, ANZAC troops embarked on a daring mission—the Gallipoli Campaign - a five month odyssey of courage and resilience. They landed on the rugged shores of the Gallipoli Peninsula, facing a seemingly insurmountable challenge: capturing Constantinople and knocking the Ottoman Empire out of WWI.
Though the campaign ultimately ended in withdrawal, the ANZAC spirit of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds continues to inspire. This pivotal chapter in WWI history solidified the ANZAC legend, becoming a defining moment for both Australia and New Zealand. Every year, these nations commemorate the fallen with solemn pride, a testament to the enduring legacy of Gallipoli.
This is your chance to retrace their steps. Join Challenge The Wild for a 5-day expedition that will immerse you in this iconic battlefield. We'll explore the trenches, analyse the strategies, and stand where history unfolded.
Are you ready for an adventure that will test your limits and ignite your spirit?
Expedition Highlights
- > Hike 100km along the Gallipoli Peninsula.
- > Visit the Hellas Memorial and the Gallipoli War Museum.
- > Full-Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefield Tour
- > Gallipoli Scuba Diving by Dive Adventures—The waters around Gallipoli are home to numerous shipwrecks and submerged relics from WWI.
- > Visit Lone Pine Cemetery - a resting place for more than 1,200 Australian and New Zealand soldiers.
- > Hike to Chunuk Bair - Summit memorial, dedicated to the New Zealand soldiers who fought and died in Gallipoli.
- > The Nek, a narrow ridge where one of the most tragic campaign battles occurred.
- > Visit the ruins of Troy
Expedition Includes
- > Tented Accommodation
- > All meals whilst on the Expedition
- > Expedition guides - 1 x Ex -Military Event Manager, 2 x Technical Instructors, 1 x Wellbeing Coach, 1 x Expedition Doctor
- > All activities, tours and visits.
- > Travel to and from the UK (flights)
- > Internal Transfers
- > Expedition Insurance and full Health and Safety Cover
- > A personalised message from CTW Ambassadors (Ant Middleton and Julia Bradbury)
- > Unique Expedition Mementos
Challenge Level: [ADVENTURER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
MAY 2026: OPERATION OVERLORD
Inspiration: The Longest Day · Location: Normandy
Walk the Normandy coastline, experience D-Day from Sea-Land-Air and visit all five beach memorials and Pegasus Bridge
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
JULY 2026: OPERATION WARHORSE
Inspiration: Battle of The Somme · Location: France and Belgium
Hike along the original trench line, participate in horseback riding on The Western Front Way and attend the Menin Gate Service
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
SEPT 2026: OPERATION DESERT CRUSADER
Inspiration: SAS Rogue Heroes · Location: Eygpt
Vehicle expedition across the desert, you'll be outdoor living and learning survival skills along the way to the El Alamein War Memorial
Challenge Level: [ULTIMATE EXPLORER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
MARCH 2027: OPERATION FRESHMAN
Inspiration: The Heroes of Telemark · Location: Norway
This expedition is a cross-country ski along the route, you'll abseil into the Vemork Plant and perform an ice climb escape
Challenge Level: [ULTIMATE EXPLORER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
MAY 2027: OPERATION DYNAMO ·
Inspiration: Dunkirk · Location: Normandy
Hike the 1940 route of the British Retreat. You'll depart Dunkirk onboard a ‘Little Ship’ and visit memorials at Dunkirk and Dover
Challenge Level: [PATHFINDER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
JULY 2027: OPERATION ESCAPE ·
Inspiration: The Great Escape · Location: Poland
Visit an original POW camp in Poland, before taking part in a tracked and exciting Escape and evade challenge before visiting Stalag Luft 111
Challenge Level: [ADVENTURER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
SEPT 2027: OPERATION OLYMPUS
Inspiration: The Guns of Navarone · Location: Greece
Conduct a secret mission to the Greek islands, then cross the ‘Straits of Leros’ and climb to breathtaking castle cliffs
Challenge Level: [ADVENTURER]
TEN Places · £5K per person · Five Day Adventure · Book 1-10 places
Embark on a Bespoke Adventure: Craft Your Own Unique Expedition
Imagine turning your passions into a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Take a deep dive into history, explore your favourite film locations, or discover breathtaking landscapes—all meticulously tailored just for you. Whether you're captivated by military history, mesmerised by cinematic scenes, or yearning for unique, location-based adventures, our bespoke expeditions promise a truly unparalleled experience.
Forge Your Own Path
This is your opportunity to be the author of your journey. We are here to bring your vision to life, crafting every detail to match your unique interests and preferences. With us, you dictate the narrative of your adventure, ensuring every moment is as special and memorable as you envisioned.
