THE BEST OF BRITISH ADVENTURE FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
7–8.30pm, Thursday 17 September
Following the postponement of Night of Adventure due to Coronavirus, we’ve been closely monitoring the situation and dreaming up new ideas that could match it as a sell-out live event.
So, in a year where exploring the world has become exploring your backyard, we’re delighted to bring you… The Night-in Adventure!
In a nutshell
• 7–8.30pm, Thursday 17 September (stream opens at 6.45pm)
• Six guest speakers, all great British adventurers
• Live Q&A with our host and guests
• Enjoy everything from the comfort of your own home
• All in aid of Hope and Homes for Children
Streaming live from the heart of the British countryside and in a brand-new format, our legendary host, Alastair Humphreys, will be sitting down with each of our six speakers for a quick-fire interview.
This isn’t merely a lockdown version of Night of Adventure, but a brand-new event: mixing some of the best bits of Night of Adventure with some new and exciting features thrown in. We can’t wait to welcome you to this new take on our favourite event.
As soon as you’ve secured your tickets, don’t forget to enter our competition to win a two-night stay at our fabulous host venue!
The adventurers
Jo Moseley
Jo's British adventure involved stand up paddleboarding 162 miles coast to coast across the North of England!
Anna Hughes
Anna cycled 4,000 miles around the coast of Britain… then sailed the same coastline two years later, for good measure!
Sean Conway
Not only was Sean the first person to ever swim the length of Britain, he also became the first and only man in history to cycle, swim and run the British Coastline—setting a world record for the longest triathlon at the same time.
Clare Dyson
Clare took a month off work and rode around the Lake District on horseback, accompanied by her dog Finn. The trio wild-camped and devised their journey as they went along, covering almost 250 miles of bridleways, paths through remote valleys and over mountain tops.
Useful information
Viewing the event
Once you‘ve purchased your ticket, you’ll receive an email in due course with details on how to watch the event.
Timing
The event starts at 7pm, but we advise logging on at about 6.45pm to just get all set up.
For more information
For further information, email us at community@hopeandhomes.org or call us on +44(0)1722 790111.
Please note, tickets for this event are non-refundable.
The cause
Always family. Never orphanages.
Children like Uwera, pictured above, always belong in a family. But unfortunately for Uwera, her first precious years of life were spent confined to a crowded orphanage with no one to hold her, comfort her or love her. Left for days on end in the same filthy nappy, she slept on the floor and was fed just once every 24 hours. Shouted at if she made a noise, she stayed silent. By the time Uwera was two and half years old, she couldn’t walk or talk, and she was tiny for her age.
Sadly, Uwera’s story is not unusual. There is now decades of research to prove that orphanages do not protect children, they harm them.
Orphanages expose children to neglect and abuse and damage their development. Because the last thing that any orphanage can provide is the first thing that every child needs: someone to love them. Children never belong in orphanages.
Find out more about the work of Hope and Homes for Children on our website; and follow us on social media:
Sponsored by
THE NIGHT-IN ADVENTURE RAFFLE
Our awesome raffle has gone virtual!
Even though we can’t be together in person, you still have the opportunity to leave The Night-In Adventure with a whole host of amazing prizes. Get your tickets now to be in with a chance of winning, and to further support the work of Hope and Homes for Children at the same time!
Complete the below form and your raffle tickets will be emailed to you. Winners will be drawn on the night of 17 September. Raffle tickets are just £5 each and prizes will be sent to the winners directly after the event.
RAFFLE PRIZES
ENTER NOW TO WIN ON THE NIGHT!
All personal details are gathered for the purpose of the raffle only and will only be kept for audit purposes.
Your raffle tickets will be emailed to you. Winners will be drawn on the night of 17 September. Raffle tickets are just £5 each and prizes will be sent to the winners directly after the event.
WIN A COUNTRY ESCAPE FOR TWO
We’ve partnered up with the awesome The Epicurean Club, a Collection of the best boutique pubs and inns across Britain, to bring you the chance to win a two-night stay at our fabulous host venue, The Farmhouse at Redcoats in Hertfordshire.
This amazing prize includes:
• Two-night stay in a superior room
• Double occupancy
• Breakfast for two on both days
• Dinner for two, one evening
All reservations are subject to availability and a 72-hour cancellation policy.
HOW TO ENTER
To enter the competition and be in with a chance to bag this incredible prize, simply:
1. Like the Night of Adventure Facebook page
2. Like the Epicurean Club Facebook page
3. Purchase your tickets to The Night-In Adventure
4. Complete the form below with your details, and find out on the night if you’re a winner!
Competition closes at 6pm on 16 September 2020. Winner will be picked at random and announced at The Night-In Adventure event on 17 September 2020. We will get in touch with the winner within 7 days of the event.
ENTER NOW TO WIN!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who’s involved?
Our host and co-organiser for this event is Alastair Humphreys, global adventurer, author and Hope and Homes for Children Patron. Alastair launched the first Night of Adventure in 2010 and has since been named as a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year for his pioneering work on the concept of microadventures. Alastair believes great adventures exist on your doorstep, should be affordable and easy to organise.
We have an exciting line-up of speakers confirmed, which we will be revealing soon!
What’s the charity?
All funds raised will go to the charity Hope and Homes for Children. Orphanages don’t protect children, they harm them. Which is why we’re working towards a day where every child can grow up in a loving family, where they belong. Hope and Homes for Children is a global expert, supporting children into loving families and preventing family breakdown. With your support we are building a global movement that will eliminate orphanages in our lifetime.
How will the virtual event work?
The event is being streamed by CrowdComms. Once you’ve bought your ticket, they will be in touch with details on how to register for the event. Once you’re registered, they’ll send you the link to watch on the night.
Why do I have to register again?
Registering with CrowdComms means that we can ensure the only people watching the Night-In Adventure are those who have paid. So please be sure to use the email address you used to purchase your ticket when registering with them.
I already purchased a ticket to Night of Adventure; do I need to do anything?
No, your ticket has been carried over and we’ll be in touch shortly to get you registered and ready to watch the stream.
Can I share the link with friends?
No, you will need to log in to CrowdComms in order to watch the stream and you cannot have multiple people log in to the same account. We encourage everyone who wants to watch to buy a ticket themselves—it’ll be worth it! And remember, all the money raised supports the global work of Hope and Homes for Children to help ensure children grow up in the love and safety of a family.
What's the refund policy?
Tickets to this event are non-refundable.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any questions about the event please contact Hope and Homes for Children directly via email or by calling +44 (0)1722 790111.
You can also like our Facebook page or follow Hope and Homes for Children on Twitter to get the latest news and speaker info.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2019 EVENT
VIDEOS FROM 2019
PHOTOS FROM 2019
YOUR EXCLUSIVE ADVENTURE PACK
Welcome to The Night-In Adventure Pack! Exclusive and accessible only for The Night-In Adventure attendees, this pack brings together the best of all things adventure.
You’ll find details on what to expect at our first ever virtual event along, with a whole host of tips, adventure essentials and even a competition for good measure. So, grab a drink and enjoy!
We can’t wait for you to (virtually) join us on 17 September as we take the Night of Adventure series virtual! The Night-In Adventure will be focusing on the great British adventure, so we’ve gathered our favourite British adventurers together to join us to revel in just how ‘great’ Britain is.
Our stellar line-up includes:
Jo Moseley
Jo's British adventure involved stand up paddleboarding 162 miles coast to coast across the North of England!
Anna Hughes
Anna cycled 4,000 miles around the coast of Britain… then sailed the same coastline two years later, for good measure!
Sean Conway
Not only was Sean the first person to ever swim the length of Britain, he also became the first and only man in history to cycle, swim and run the British Coastline—setting a world record for the longest triathlon at the same time.
Clare Dyson
Clare took a month off work and rode around the Lake District on horseback, accompanied by her dog Finn. The trio wild-camped and devised their journey as they went along, covering almost 250 miles of bridleways, paths through remote valleys and over mountain tops.
Make sure you’ve registered to watch the event!
You’ll be emailed with instructions in the coming days on how to register to our streaming platform and then log in on the night to watch. We do this to make sure that only our paying ticket holders can access the stream on the night.
We suggest doing this ahead of the event day so you can make sure you are all ready to go with plenty of time. If you don’t register you won’t be able to log in and watch the stream, so keep an eye on your emails.
If you’ve bought tickets for friends or family who are watching separately to you, please email community@hopeandhomes.org and we’ll make sure they also get the link to register.
Get involved!
Just because you aren’t leaving home doesn’t mean you can’t have your own adventure!
We’d love to see as many of you tuning in on the 17th from your own at-home adventure. Build a den, make a campfire dinner, dress up in your best adventurer attire. Whatever it is, we want you to get fully in adventure mode and we want to see it!
So, get prepared and share your photos with us on our streaming platform on the night. We’ll be sharing our favourite pics throughout the event—we can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Hope and Homes for Children
The Night-In Adventure is in aid of Hope and Homes for Children, and all money raised on the night goes directly to supporting the charity.
Hope and Homes for Children is fighting the emerging trend for volunteer tourism—known as ‘voluntourism’. For the most part, voluntourists are well-intentioned people looking for an opportunity to travel and contribute something to the countries they visit. Sadly though, when it comes to volunteering in orphanages, these volunteers risk unwittingly harming rather than helping children. It has been estimated that every year 1.6 million people volunteer overseas with voluntourism being considered the fastest growing ‘trend’ in travel.
What many volunteers do not know is that the majority of the 8 million or more children who are housed in orphanages are not orphans at all. Most are separated from their families because of poverty, disability or discrimination. Once confined to these large and loveless facilities, even babies and very young children are deprived of the vital one-to-one care and attention that every child needs to develop properly and to thrive. The lack of individual love that is characteristic of institutional care, damages children’s emotional, physical and neurological development in ways that can last a lifetime.
Jade was abandoned as a baby and grew up in an orphanage for children with disabilities in Kenya. Volunteers from around the world came and went throughout her childhood. This is how she remembers that experience:
“My memories of volunteers at the time is a mixed kind of feeling; pleasant because it was the only way I felt that somebody took note of me, loved and showed some affection, at least because we did not get that at the orphanage. But I remember feeling taken advantage of because some of the volunteers made promises to be in my life leaving me feeling empty and cheated. I struggled with this kind of connection because I did not know what it felt like to be loved genuinely.”
We can make a difference.
Text HOPE to 70300 to donate £5 to Hope and Homes for Children.
Your generosity will allow us to continue our educational work and redirect resources away from supporting orphanages. Help us ensure children like Jade grow up where they belong: always in loving families, never orphanages.
The Epicurean Club
Discover the beauty of Britain through our boutique countryside inns and pubs, the perfect addition to your outdoor adventure!
Only the best inns and pubs are invited to join our Epicurean Collection; and when you book with us you’ll receive the best available rates, plus epic extras from us to say thank you.
Whether you go off the beaten track or follow one of our itineraries, explore Britain’s hidden gems and enhance your escape with a night in an Epicurean Collection inn.
WIN A COUNTRY ESCAPE FOR TWO
We’ve partnered up with the awesome The Epicurean Club, a Collection of the best boutique pubs and inns across Britain, to bring you the chance to win a two-night stay at our fabulous host venue, The Farmhouse at Redcoats in Hertfordshire.
This amazing prize includes:
• Two-night stay in a superior room
• Double occupancy
• Breakfast for two on both days
• Dinner for two, one evening
As you’ve already purchased your ticket to The Night-In Adventure you’re nearly in with a chance to bag this incredible prize! All you need to do now is:
1. Like the Night of Adventure Facebook page
2. Like the Epicurean Club Facebook page
3. Purchase your tickets to The Night-In Adventure
4. Complete the entry form
All reservations are subject to availability and a 72-hour cancellation policy. Competition closes at 6pm on 16 September 2020. Winner will be picked at random and announced at The Night-In Adventure event on 17 September 2020. We will get in touch with the winner within 7 days of the event.
British adventure ideas that anyone can do
Britain has so much to offer the avid adventurer, but knowing where to go is half the problem. So, we’ve done the hard work for you and collated our favourite British adventure ideas:
1.
Go wild swimming at the Linhope Spout Waterfall
What’s not to love about a 60ft chute of water? A ‘bottomless’ plunge pool beneath is also great for anyone who wants to dive or jump from a six-foot high ledge.
The Linhope Spout is a beautiful spot straight out of a fairy tale with its dark gloomy plunge pool, awesome waterfall and surrounding countryside.
This magical location set in beautiful Northumberland is the perfect place for a spot of wild swimming in front of an epic waterfall, which falls 18 metres into the small pool below. From the pool the River Breamish flows on to Ingram Valley.
Tie it in with some hikes of the surrounding beautiful national park and you’ve got a perfect mini adventure just waiting for you.
2.
Camp under the stars at the Haystacks in the Lake District
With its majestic mountains and shimmering pools of water, the Lake District has some of the most beautiful views in the world.
It’s not for nothing that this area in northwest England was given UNESCO World Heritage status. One of Lakeland’s most famous writers, the fellwalker Alfred Wainwright, had his ashes scattered at Haystacks in the Western Fells because he loved the hill so much.
Camping at its 597 metre-high summit on a clear night offers views of Ennerdale Water, Crummock Water and Buttermere far below—and is a great way to escape the tourists.
3.
Hike the Jurassic Coast
Durdle Door, Old Harry’s Rock, Lulworth Cove—could you ask for a better backdrop for your hike?
The South West Coast Path is perhaps the UK’s ultimate challenge for the long-distance hiker: a 630-mile adventure around the coastline of the southwest peninsula.
In terms of walking days, a fast walker can complete it in around 30 days, but a more leisurely pace with time to stop to see some of the sights just off the path is between seven and eight weeks. As few people have enough time to be able to walk it in one go, most split it between several holidays and complete the path over a few years.
No matter how long it takes you to complete the path it is a stunning achievement and, for most, the walk of a lifetime.
4.
Cycle through the Brecon Beacons
Whether you’re out for a ride or touring for a few days, cycling in the Brecon Beacons captures the spirit and pulls you into its atmospheric folds.
This is a land of imposing, rolling mountains, dense conifer forests, verdant farmland and rushing rivers. Riding in this national park is open to everyone, from the littlest of legs in search of flat family trails to proud wearers of the polka-dot jersey.
There are four ranges of hills and mountains you can explore via cycle routes in the Brecon Beacons, from the western Black Mountain all the way to the Black Mountains in the east. These similarly named ranges are separated by the upland, pastoral region of Forest Fawr and the Brecon Beacons themselves, giving you endless valleys, winding roads and hills to pedal past.
From Brecon to Abergavenny, beautiful Welsh settlements will fulfil your every need, be it snacks or snoozes.
5.
See the Northern Lights from the Orkney Islands
Orkney is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights thanks to the location and lack of light pollution—all you need are clear skies, a good view north… and plenty of warm clothing!
It may come as a surprise to know that northern Scotland lies at the same latitude as Stavanger in Norway and Nunivak Island in Alaska, which means you’re in with a good chance of spotting the ‘Mirrie Dancers’ on a trip to Scotland without breaking the bank!
There are a whole host of amazing backdrops to sit and watch the lights from. How about one of their famous ancient sites? Or from a stunning beach, with the rolling waves as a soundtrack to the show? Orkney’s north isles are the ideal locations and provide uninterrupted views.
Living Adventurously with Komoot
The legendary Night-In Adventure host, Alastair Humphreys, spent a month cycling around Yorkshire, the county where he grew up, to understand how exploring locally compared to exploring distant continents. Alastair was interested in the idea of ‘home’, and whether it is possible to have a proper adventure —to make a real journey—close to home.
En route, Alastair spoke to ordinary people choosing to live extraordinary lives and created the podcast called Living Adventurously to share their stories.
You can retrace Alastair’s route and have your own Yorkshire adventure by checking out his tour on Komoot. Komoot is changing the way people explore. Whether cycling, hiking, or mountain biking, Komoot’s superior route planning, and navigation technology lets you plan an adventure that’s perfect for you. Millions of adventurers already use Komoot to discover new routes or explore brand new regions for the first time. Join them — and start having better adventures today.
Redeem your Komoot voucher now and enter the code NIGHTINADVENTURE
Valid until 8 September 2020. Normal price £8.99.
Our Adventure Essentials
We know just how selective you have to be when it comes to packing your bags ahead of an adventure. There is (literally) no space for ‘I’ll bring it just in case.’ Everything that makes the cut is essential, but there’s always something you forget or wish you’d brought.
We’ve partnered with some amazing tried-and- tested adventure brands to bring you some of our favourites.
We’re also offering you the opportunity to win each of these plus a whole host of other amazing prizes in our raffle. Check out what you could win and buy your tickets now!
1.
The food
After a long day adventuring all you want is a quick healthy and hearty meal that didn’t weigh you down carrying it around all day. Firepot Food have delivered us just that. Their delicious dehydrated meals are quick and easy to use so they can be enjoyed from the heights of the Himalayas to the fjords of Chile. All you have to do is add water.
2.
The coat
Sprayway’s Reaction Jacket is our go-to all-rounder. Built to take on wet weather; from spring showers to autumnal downpours. The GORE-TEX design provides comfort and protection and is the perfect coat for any adventure. From the functional-first design ethos that runs through the heart of all their products, to their work supporting grassroots education projects here in the UK, everything Sprayway do is built around enabling and inspiring their customers.
3.
The anti-insect sleepwear
The We Drifters Bamboo sleepwear, infused with anti-insect tech, is just what you need to help keep bugs at bay. Designed for comfort and peace of mind, this set is perfect for home or away. We Drifters is a premium sleepwear brand, inspired by travel and enhanced with tech.
4.
The hiking boot
If you’re looking for a shoe you can wear anywhere, anytime, Oboz’s Bozeman Low Leather is it. Designed for that classic mountain-town look and all-day comfort thanks to a supportive midsole, crafted with recycled materials and built with a waterproof suede upper, this is the pair you’ll be reaching for all season. Oboz designs and builds men's and women's hiking boots, hiking shoes, insulated footwear, sandals and more from the ground up for wherever the trail takes you.
5.
The bag
Keep your belongings protected, even in torrential rain and heavy spray, in this Musto Waterproof Dry 40L Backpack. Constructed using an innovative bonded construction that eliminates the need for stitching and zips, this accessory provides stormproof protection for your essentials. Secured by a hardwearing buckle this large bag features durable carry handles and padded shoulder straps. Your adventure is Musto’s challenge. They engineer technical clothing to help you perform at your peak.
‘The Adventure in the Night’ Cocktail Recipe
Five ways to make your adventure sustainable
1.
Keep it local
Travel will typically create the largest environmental impact of any trip, so a great way to get around this is to base your adventure close to home. There is so much to explore here in the UK. We have a fantastically varied coastline with something for everyone, from cliffs and geology to beaches, wildlife, and lagoons. The treasures don’t stop at the coast: venture inland for wild moorlands and mountains on one extreme, and vast fens and broads on the other. There’s a glut of inland waterways, national parks, long-distance walking and cycling routes, and historical interest. The numerous outlying islands, right from Shetland to the Isles of Scilly, offer a true off-the-beaten-track adventure.
Real adventure is more about how you approach it than where you go. We can make new discoveries even in a place that's completely familiar. The Night-In Adventure’s very own host, Alastair Humphreys, said of his Living Adventurously trip: “I found myself wishing that I had two months, or three, or six to spend on this journey through what I had anticipated would be familiar scenes.”
2.
Watch what you eat
A substantial part of our carbon footprint comes from the food we eat: where it comes from, how it’s sourced, and what it’s made of. Animal products are much higher in water use, land use and carbon emissions than plant-based products (not to mention issues of welfare, antibiotic resistance and all the other things associated with livestock farming), so it's best to be plant-based where you can. Luckily veganism is much more common than it used to be, and even in the more remote parts of the country there will be dishes to suit.
Eating local not only reduces food miles, therefore reducing environmental impact, it also means you’ll be supporting local businesses (great for people and planet!) and you’ll be having a much more authentic experience. Even within the UK, there are a huge number of local specialties, from tattie scones (Scotland) to Laverbread (Wales), Moggy cake (Yorkshire) and the good old chip barm (Lancashire).
3.
Camp out
A home made of canvas and a river swim in place of a morning shower—this is adventure in the extreme.
‘Wild’ camping is pitching up without being at a designated camp site, and is widely permitted across Scotland, though only in certain parts of England and Wales.
Campaigners are seeking to open up our ‘right to roam’ the countryside, arguing that if we had more access to natural outdoor space, perhaps we would be more inclined to treat it better. Of utmost importance is to leave no trace.
4.
Try a new mode of transport
Staying close to home should remove the need for a flight anyway, but sometimes we just want to scratch our adventure itch a little further afield. Luckily, we have the whole of Europe on our doorstep, all within two or three days of overland travel. The extra time it takes to go by train or boat shouldn’t be seen as a waste, but part of the adventure itself: we learn how landscapes connect, we see so much more, and we have time to adjust to our new location. Changing trains or making connections means a new city to explore, and new people with whom to interact. Night trains can speed you to your destination while you sleep.
Not only is overland travel far more adventurous, it is significantly more sustainable. Flying, even short haul, is pretty much the quickest way to bump up your carbon footprint, and if you fly a lot (three or more times per year), your emissions will be well over the European average, and well over a recommended sustainable carbon footprint. From lowest to highest, transport emissions can be ranked: foot, bicycle, international train, domestic train, coach, ferry, car, plane.
5.
Maps not apps
It might seem insignificant, but every time we reach for our phone we contribute to the 3% global emissions that is digital alone. To put that in context, it's about the same as the global aviation industry.
Real life maps not only reduce our digital footprint, they give a much better sense of place, contributing to our sense of adventure and knowledge of place rather than just relying on a blue dot. A map gives the whole picture—and allows departure from the route while daydreaming of future adventure—rather than simply showing you where you are.
Of course, a paper map has a carbon footprint too, but the emissions don’t go up the more you use it—unlike with Google Maps, where each search creates a new energy demand.
An even better option is to ask the locals. They will know the best route to take, the best spot for lunch, and the best viewpoint. Far better to rely on someone who lives there than to rely on what it says on TripAdvisor. And, of course, interacting with local people is what gives us those authentic, meaningful travel experiences that we often travel miles to seek.
That’s all for now…
We hope you enjoyed this first taste of what’s to come, and we can’t wait to see you all tuning in live on 17 September at 7pm. We’ll be in touch shortly so keep an eye on your emails for instructions on how to register to watch the event.
In the meantime, don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets and enter our competition. We have some amazing prizes up for grabs and you won’t want to miss out!
See you all in two weeks!