
GUIDED SCRAMBLING & MOUNTAINEERING
Experience the Lake District’s classic scrambles and explore rugged, technical mountain terrain — all under the guidance of MCI-qualified instructors.
This day is delivered by a mountain professionals that are affiliated with the Association of Mountaineering Instructors
GUIDING PRICES
PER DAY:
1:1 £260
1:2 £150pp
WHAT IS MOUNTAINEERING?
Guided scrambling & mountaineering combines elements of hiking and climbing. It involves ascending rocky terrain, where hands and feet are used for balance and support. This may involve walking over ridges, moving through exposed terrain or ascending easy rock climbing sections to make progress.
OUTLINE:
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Experienced Guides
Our guides have extensive knowledge of the local terrain and are trained to provide expert instruction, ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure.
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Tailored Adventures
Whether you're a beginner seeking an introduction to scrambling or an experienced mountaineer looking for a new challenge, our guided adventures are customised to meet your specific skill level and goals.
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Safety First
Safety is our top priority. Our guides are trained MCI+.
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Diverse Terrain
Our guided adventures encompass a variety of terrains, from ridge traverses and steep gullies to rocky buttresses. This provides a rich and varied experience for participants.
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Equipment Provided
We supply all necessary technical gear, including harnesses, helmets, ropes, and hardware, ensuring you have access to high-quality equipment for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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Guided days on classic scrambles, ridges, and mountain terrain
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A mix of hands-on scrambling and easy climbing, tailored to your level
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Expert coaching on movement, route choice, and decision-making
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Opportunities to build confidence and technical skills
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Full days out in the hills, with varied terrain and stunning views
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All technical equipment provided (helmets, harnesses, ropes)
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Flexible itineraries to suit weather, fitness, and experience


WHY LDM?
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Qualified Guides
Our guides are qualified rock climbers with extensive knowledge of the local climbing areas. They are certified and trained to a high standard. This standard is upheld through Mountain Training and our instructors hold the MCI award and are professional members of AMI.
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Passion to inspire:
We're committed to leading by example, sharing knowledge, fostering growth and encouraging positivity in all climbing activities we provide.
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Personalised Instruction
Our guides offer low ratio instruction & guiding, providing personalised tips and techniques to help climbers improve their skills and confidence on the rock.
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Passion for Climbing
We are avid climbers ourselves, and our passion for the sport is evident in the experiences we create. We genuinely love sharing our knowledge and helping others discover the joy of rock climbing.
EXAMPLE ITINERARIES
Grade I
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Striding and Swirral Edge
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Blencathra: Hall's Fell Ridge & Sharp Edge
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Jack's Rake
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Long Crag Buttress & The Bell
Grade II
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Langdale: Tarn Crag, Jacks Rake, Harrison Stickle South West Face
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Coniston Old Man: Brim Fell Slabs
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The Napes: Thread the Needle and Sphinx Ridge
Grade III
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Middlefell Buttress & Continuation
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Pillar: Slab & Notch climb
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Harrow Buttress and Chockstone Ridge
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Pinnacle Ridge
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Dove Nest Crag & Cam Crag Ridge
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Scafell, West Wall Traverse & Broad Stand
Get in touch to discuss and we can make a plan to suit your goals and ambitions
COURSE RATIOS
1:4 ratio for Grade I terrain
1:2 ratio for Grade II & III routes
For safety, technical terrain is limited to 2 clients per instructor
Larger groups on Grade III require multiple instructors – please enquire
PRE-REQUISITES
No experience needed, but a head for heights helps
For Grade III, it's useful if you're familiar with wearing a harness — we'll teach you if not
Each day is tailored to your experience and comfort level
EQUIPMENT
All technical gear provided (harness, helmet, ropes, etc.)
Bring your own harness/helmet if preferred
Kit list shared at booking
Wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy mountain boots
VENUE
Our venues are carefully selected and tailored to get the most out of the programme.
We can select venues close to your accommodation where possible.
For bespoke guiding: dates on request
Please us the contact form or email us to enquire and we can organise a guided day based on your availability (and ours)
We can supply additional instructors for larger groups - 1:2 ratio for safety in this terrain. For every 2 people we can supply an additional guide.

CONTACT
We look forward to hearing from you and working towards your mountaineering ambitions and helping to achieve your goals.
Phone or WhatsApp:
07458353048
If calls are missed we will respond when possible, please leave a WhatsApp or text message so we can respond to your enquiry.
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