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Rock Climbing Skills

How to scramble: guides to popular scrambles around the UK

A series of guides to some of the most popular scrambles in England, Scotland and Wales.

17 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Skills

Four tips to fight your fear of heights when hill walking

Are you a hill walker wanting to tackle steeper terrain, but nervous about heights? Don’t panic – there are steps you can take to fight the fear.

09 Jul
5 min read

Hillwalking Skills

A guide to ice axes for winter walking and climbing

How to choose an ice axe for your next winter adventure

09 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to survive a whiteout on the hills

In this guide, we share tips to help you navigate your way back to safety in the event of a whiteout.

09 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to stay safe on scrambles

The know-how, top tips and gear you'll need for scrambling safely.

04 Jul
8 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to go hill walking at night

The mountains at night can be hazardous, but also wonderful. Here are a handful of helpful tips for exploring the dark side.

04 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to wild camp

Camping ‘wild’ is a different way of spending the night outdoors but it isn't allowed everywhere - with a responsible approach however, there are many remote areas where you can still rest your weary head under a star-filled sky.

04 Jul
6 min read

Hillwalking Skills

Do I need crampons? Planning your winter walk

When should you use crampons? Our guide explains the 'when', 'where' and 'how' of deploying your spiky winter gear.

04 Jul
5 min read

Destinations

Hillwalking Destinations

Five historic walking routes to explore Scotland in autumn and winter

Scotland might be most famous for its mountainous ascents, but those that fail to stray from the summits are often overlooking some of the UK’s most stunning walks. These five lower level routes recommended by ScotWays are perfect for days when the tops are looking a little too blowy.

31 Oct
8 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

How to scramble Aonach Eagach

Glen Coe's Aonach Eagach ridge is the most legendary Grade 2 scramble in Scotland. Do you have the skills to take it on?

17 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

A beginner's guide to Wainwright bagging

It's no easy feat, but with a little advice, organisation, knowledge and determination, climbing the Wainwrights is doable for almost anyone. This beginner-friendly guide aims to teach you about the fells and how to plan for and complete them.

09 Jul
5 min read

Rock Destinations

Five of the UK's best scrambling destinations

Here are five of the best places to go for a weekend of nerve-testing scrambling.

09 Jul
5 min read

Article

Britain's five most epic challenge walks

Here are a few of the most gruelling, exhausting, rewarding and brilliant challenge walks Britain has to offer.

04 Jul
10 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

Five of the best Munros for beginners

Sarah Stirling lists five of the easiest Munros for beginner hikers to bag!

04 Jul
6 min read

Article

Everything you need to know about the Pennine Way

We've totted up a few fun facts and some trail trivia about this iconic route, including some surprising statistics that are guaranteed to earn you points at the next pub quiz. Read on for everything you need to know about this pioneering path...

04 Jul
8 min read

Hill Walking

Britain's five most haunted hills

Forget ghost stories and horror movies - a simple walk in the story-stuffed British wilds is the best way to get your skin crawling.

04 Jul
5 min read

Training

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Providers & professional associations

Whether you want a career in the outdoors, or to improve your own personal skills, there are a number of training providers offering courses and instruction.

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Winter Mountain Leader qualification

If you’d like to guide people up hills in winter conditions the Winter Mountain Leader qualification could be for you.

03 Jul
2 min read

Article

Mountain Training Lowland Leader qualification

Take a look at the Lowland Leader scheme, so you can decide whether it’s the right qualification for you. 

03 Jul
3 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Camping Leader qualification

Find out more about the Camping Leader qualification, so you can decide whether it’s right for you.

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training International Mountain Leader qualification

Fancy a life leading treks abroad? The International Mountain Leader may be the qualification for you

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Qualification Training

Mountain Training Hill & Moorland Leader qualification

Take a look at the Hill & Moorland Leader qualification, so you can decide whether it’s right for you.

03 Jul
1 min read

Gear

Hillwalking Gear

How to prevent blisters when hiking

Friction blisters on the feet are a common and potentially serious complication of hiking or hillwalking and other outdoor activities. This guide explains how to prevent and treat blisters accordingly.

04 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Gear

Walking boots, crampons & micro spikes

This article helps inform whether you need crampons or micro spikes when walking in winter, and how crampons are fitted with walking boots.

03 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Skills

How to use trekking poles when hill walking

A look at some of the benefits of poles and how to use them for hill walking.

03 Jul
4 min read

Hillwalking Gear

How to choose hill walking boots

Walking boots can be expensive and should last a long time, so this article looks at factors to consider before you buy. 

03 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Gear

Hill walking in winter: do I need crampons?

Points to consider if you're wondering ‘Do I need crampons for walking in winter?’

03 Jul
3 min read

Hillwalking Gear

Choosing a stove for hill walking & backpacking

A look at types of small, lightweight stoves suitable for hill walking and backpacking trips.

03 Jul
5 min read

Article

An introduction to down jackets and sleeping bags

What should you look for when choosing down products? Some factors to consider when investing in new down gear.

03 Jul
5 min read

Hillwalking Gear

What to wear and what to take when hill walking

Hill walking doesn’t require as much specialist equipment as many other outdoor activities, but is important to have the appropriate equipment for the route and activity you have chosen and the weather forecasted. In this article we outline the basic equipment every hill walker needs:

03 Jul
2 min read

Scrambling

Mountaineering Learn Skills

Scrambling in winter: tips and tricks for efficiency

Scrambling in winter is a step up in every way: here are some tips from the pros for getting it right.

17 Jul
6 min read

Mountaineering Destinations

Six stunning British winter ridges

Now is the prime time to plan your winter adventures. To help you explore the British mountains over winter, we have chosen six stunning winter ridges to guarantee a grand day out.

17 Jul
4 min read

Rock Climbing Skills

How to scramble: guides to popular scrambles around the UK

A series of guides to some of the most popular scrambles in England, Scotland and Wales.

17 Jul
2 min read

Hillwalking Destinations

How to scramble Aonach Eagach

Glen Coe's Aonach Eagach ridge is the most legendary Grade 2 scramble in Scotland. Do you have the skills to take it on?

17 Jul
4 min read

Rock Climbing Skills

How to move together when scrambling and climbing

Here's what you need to think about when moving together for scrambling and climbing

10 Jul
3 min read

Rock Climbing Skills

Protecting a scramble

Scrambling is sometimes described as the middle ground between walking and climbing - and for the higher grades in particular, you’ll need some basic climbing skills. Here's our guide to staying safe on the rock.

09 Jul
6 min read

Rock Destinations

Five of the UK's best scrambling destinations

Here are five of the best places to go for a weekend of nerve-testing scrambling.

09 Jul
5 min read

Hillwalking Skills

Four tips to fight your fear of heights when hill walking

Are you a hill walker wanting to tackle steeper terrain, but nervous about heights? Don’t panic – there are steps you can take to fight the fear.

09 Jul
5 min read

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