PiGs Charity Challenge 2026: Your Top 10 Questions Answered

PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society Charity Challenge 2026 is officially underway. With a successful Snowdon climb already under the team’s belt, excitement is building for what promises to be an unforgettable journey.

Here’s everything you need to know!

Where are you going?

We’re heading to Machu Picchu via the legendary Inca Trail in Peru. This iconic 5-day trek takes us through breathtaking mountain scenery to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring destinations.

What dates?

The challenge runs from 2–11 October 2026, with the trek itself taking place over 5 days during that period.

How much does it cost?

Costs for the trip are £3,099, which includes:
• International flights
• Accommodation
• Guided trek and support team
• Meals during the trek

A deposit of £500 is needed to secure a place.

What charity is it for?

We’re proud to be supporting Harry’s Pals, a charity dedicated to supporting parent carers through community, respite and vital resources. Learn more here: https://harryspals.co.uk/

Why Harry’s Pals?

We choose charities from within the industry. Harry’s Pals was set up by Hayley Charlesworth, who is married to Andrew, Global Director at Profine Group. Their son Harry was just three days old when a consultant gave them the devastating news that their baby boy had suffered significant brain damage caused by two strokes, and as a result would have very complex needs.

Finding no support for parents in this position, Hayley vowed to change this for others, and her tireless work is making a difference – but more funding is needed to support more families facing similar challenges.

How much money do I have to raise?

Each participant is asked to raise a minimum of £3,500 – and we’ll be on hand with full support and ideas to help you smash it.

Who is organising the trip?

The challenge is organised by Discover Adventure (DA), a specialist in charity challenges for more than 30 years. Discover Adventure is well known to Sarah, who travelled with them to Peru in 2014, and they also organised the PiGs Kilimanjaro trip in 2024.

Here’s what it says on the DA website: Members of the DA team are chosen for their organisational skills, travel experience and sense of humour. There’s a huge amount that goes on behind the scenes at Discover Adventure to ensure your trip runs smoothly from start to finish, including ground operations, flights, crew training, admin and marketing.

On your challenge, you’ll be in the safe hands of the Discover Adventure crew, including leaders and medics. Leaders are professional, friendly and experienced in running adventure trips worldwide, and are trained in first aid, mechanics, haggling, cocktail making and even bad joke-telling!

Who is on the team so far?

We already have an incredible group of 14, including:

Andy Ball – The Joinery Network
Andy Charlesworth – Profine Group & Harry’s dad
Danny Jones – Stuga Machinery
Emi Arnaut – DoorCo
Gareth ‘Greenie’ Green – Stuga Machinery
Gareth Jones – Solar Fabrications
Gemma Diratzonian – Yale DWS
Julie Holmes – Mila
Sam Nuckey – Window Ware & The Joinery Network
Sandrine Oakes – friend of…
Sarah Ball – PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society & Modern Joinery News & Women in Fenestration Network
Sarah Hitchins – The Residence Collection & Window Widgets
Sion Buckley – DoorCo

Do I need to be fit?

You don’t need to be an elite athlete—but a good level of fitness is important. The challenge is designed to push you, and we’ll help you build your endurance through training.

Have you got any training sessions before Peru?

Yes — and they’re already underway!

Following our successful Snowdon climb, we have three more UK training sessions:

9 May – Scafell Pike
13 June – Ben Nevis
11 July – Edale Skyline

Family and friends are very welcome to join these sessions!

After reading this, do you want to get involved?

Here are three ways to support:

1 – There’s still time to join the team – we still have 6 places available – speak directly to Sarah on 07540 049655
2 – Join a UK training session – see the dates above
3 – Donate to Harry’s Pals via our JustGiving page: Trek the Inca Trail for Harry’s Pals – JustGiving