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Hints & tips, equipment and kit recommendations for winter mountaineering and climbing
Winter Courses with LDM - hints and tips, equipment, gear and recommendations for winter climbing and mountaineering.

Lake District Mountaineering
Jan 29 min read


Pillar Rock: The Mountaineers Way
Pillar Rock, located in the Western Fells of England's Lake District, is a fascinating feature of British mountaineering history.

Lake District Mountaineering
Sep 18, 20246 min read


Is Instant Access to Information Making Us Less Likely to Develop Skills (for Hill Walking)?
Is Instant Access to Information Making Us Less Likely to Develop Skills (for Hill Walking)?

Lake District Mountaineering
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Mountain Leader Courses in the Lake District
The Lake District is the perfect setting for aspiring mountain leaders to hone their skills.

Lake District Mountaineering
Jul 10, 20244 min read


Gimmer Crag: The best crag in the lakes?
In this blog, we'll explore some recommended link ups and highlight our favourite routes that you simply must do on Gimmer Crag.

Lake District Mountaineering
Jul 1, 20244 min read


Guided Rock Climbing: Lake District
Guided climbing in the Lake District: hints, tips and consideration in where to climb and what to look for in hiring a guide.

Lake District Mountaineering
May 14, 20244 min read


Top tips: helping you plan a mountain day
Top tips for planning a day in the mountains. UK hill walking, preparation, planning and consideration before heading out.

Lake District Mountaineering
Nov 15, 20234 min read


Exploring the Best Diff and VDiff Climbs in the Lake District
In this blog, we will be exploring some of the best Diff (Difficult) and VDiff (Very Difficult) climbs in the Lake District, each promising

Lake District Mountaineering
Oct 13, 20236 min read


Pillar Rock
Guided days on Pillar Rock with Lake District Mountaineering and qualified and experience mountain guides

Lake District Mountaineering
Jul 3, 20233 min read


LDM - Mountain training affiliation
LDM courses and our affiliation with the Mountain Training - information about what we deliver and why

Lake District Mountaineering
Apr 27, 20233 min read


2022 - Year in Review
A quick review of what we got up to throughout the year and a quick showcase of our adventures; rock climbing, mountaineering, Hill Walking

Lake District Mountaineering
Dec 24, 20223 min read


Mountaineering Feature: The Napes
Scrambling on The Napes and Great Gable, Lake District, UK.
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Lake District Mountaineering
Jun 21, 20223 min read


LDM - Winter Round up 2022
Lake District Mountaineering have enjoyed a busy winter season - running skills courses, private guided days and taking lots of great people

Lake District Mountaineering
Mar 8, 20223 min read


Choosing boots for winter mountaineering
Helping you choose the right boots for winter mountaineering

Lake District Mountaineering
Oct 19, 20214 min read


LDM How to: Wear a climbing harness
In this short blog we will discuss how to fit your climbing harness and wear it correctly. It is important your harness fits well and is...

Lake District Mountaineering
Sep 30, 20211 min read


Mountaineering Feature - LANGDALE LINK UPS
Langdale mountaineering - classic scrambles and link up routes

Lake District Mountaineering
Aug 28, 20203 min read


Route Feature - DOW CRAG
Climbing and Mountaineering on Dow Crag - Murray's Route & Arete, Chimney & Crack

Lake District Mountaineering
Aug 5, 20202 min read


Route Feature - GIMMER CRAG - CLASSIC ROCK DAY
Climbing classic rock on Gimmer Crag

Lake District Mountaineering
Jul 15, 20203 min read


Route Feature - CORVUS
An account of a recent ascent of Corvus in the recent good weather

Lake District Mountaineering
Jul 2, 20202 min read


Route Feature - KETTLE CRAG
Hidden crags and quiet spots of the lake district

Lake District Mountaineering
Jun 30, 20201 min read
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