Guided Scrambling: Multi-day Adventures

Sometimes people say that too much of a good thing can be bad for you. Well, here's testing that theory! These multi-day adventures are for those of you keen on scrambling up long mountain routes that sustain interest and adventure right to the very top. Here we present 4 fabulous scrambling holidays to be had from all corners of the UK and Eire.

Ideal for small groups or individuals alike - we are certain you will love these opportunities to blitz in a week's holiday these excellent and airy adventures within our very own mountains. Each of these trips will aim to develop your skills while guiding you up some fantastic routes.

• Snowdonia - Wales
• MacGilly Cuddy's Reeks Ridge - Ireland
• Glen Coe and Ben Nevis - Scotland
• Lake District - England
• Further Info and Frequently Asked Questions
• Participation Agreement

Five Dragons - Wales
Ideal for the novice new to scrambling is this excellent week of classic grade 1 routes

30th April – 4th May 2012

With its soaring spires and sharp ridges, Wales makes for the ideal scrambling playground - you couldn't have designed a park better suited for the purpose! This week's scrambling is designed for the new comer and while the scrambling is not too technical - the sense of adventure remains high throughout!

• Tryfan & Bristly Ridge,
• The Llech Duu Spur and a traverse of the Carneddau
• The Nantle Ridge,
• The Snowdon Horseshoe and Crib Goch
• One extra day is included. This is held in reserve - it can be a rest day, a walking day or even spent rock climbing . . . or maybe if you're feeling brave on a harder, more technical route?

Price per person: £345
Leader/client ratio: 1:5

Private bookings can be taken for this scrambling adventure holiday. Contact us with your preferred date(s) that suit you and the numbers and we'll get back to you asap with all the details.

The Carrauntoohil Challenge - Ireland
Ireland's highest mountains inside a day

2nd – 3rd June 2012 (Bank Holiday)

Within the MacGilly Cuddy's Reeks' Ridge lie nine of the Irish 3000s - including Ireland's highest at 1039m: Carrauntoohil. These mountains have a delightfully remote and wild feel that lingers with all of Ireland's peaks. And as if that wasn't enough, completing this challenging day will take you through some of the best grade 1 scrambling you will find within the British Isles. Also included is a day of single pitch rock climbing to develop your technique on the rock.

Price per person: £350 (including three nights B&B and travel from Killarney airport)
Leader/client ratio: 1:4

Private bookings can be taken for this scrambling adventure holiday. Contact us with your preferred date(s) that suit you and the numbers and we'll get back to you asap with all the details.

Mountains for the Brave - Scotland

2nd - 7th July 2012

. . . And what better place to stage such a trip, than the gnarly mountains of Glen Coe?

This week's itinerary includes a choice selection of the region's finest adventures with the Aonach Eagach Ridge, (think Crib Goch and triple it), Curved Ridge - a wonderful grade 3 scramble winding its way up the picturesque Buachaille Etive Moor and then the piece de resistance: Tower Ridge! This must be the best route open to the budding mountaineer attempting to climb Ben Nevis, Britain's highest peak. Due to the arduous nature of these routes two rest days are also included that can be used as rock climbing days and/or a shorter day on the hill practising navigation skills.

Note - this week is for those with fitness combined with fearlessness - long days on exposed routes can be expected!

Price per person: £450
Leader/client ratio: 1:3

Private bookings can be taken for this scrambling adventure holiday. Contact us with your preferred date(s) that suit you and the numbers and we'll get back to you asap with all the details.

The Complete Scrambler,
Lake District - England

23rd – 27th August 2012 (incorporating August Bank Holiday weekend)

Develop your mountain skills to the next stage to take you over steeper and more adventurous ground on this week long scrambling course within the fells of the Lake District. This course will lead you through a plethora of scrambles of all grades that are exciting, wild and classic, with a close focus on route finding, simple rope-work, navigation, equipment selection, and interpretation of the environment.

Price per person: £375
Leader/client ratio: 1:3

Private bookings can be taken for this scrambling adventure holiday. Contact us with your preferred date(s) that suit you and the numbers and we'll get back to you asap with all the details.

Further Info & FAQs

Level of Fitness
These will be a demanding weeks on the hill, covering considerable distance and height on three of the days at least. You will require a reasonable level of fitness if you are going to get the most out of these scrambles. Do consider exercising regularly each week to develop your cardiovascular system and stamina. At weekends, go and explore some countryside, maybe take a pack and do some camping. As a rule of thumb, if you can comfortably walk 12 miles - then you should be fine.

Booking
When you apply for more information about this trip, we will send you details of our booking conditions. Please also note the points below:

• The price includes instructors' fees & expenses, technical climbing kit and communal equipment.
• Unless stated, accommodation is not included - but we can recommend local accommodation to suit your budget/comfort level from £4 per head camping to the more salubrious B&B options.
• These multi-day adventures are designed with the small group in mind and will each have a ceiling of 6 places and a minimum group size of 2. A deposit of £100 secures your place.

Not Included in the price (unless stated otherwise)

• Travel costs
• Accommodation
• Feeding

I’ve never done this before: what’s a good route to start on?
First of all - if you are scared of heights - maybe you should start by doing our Overcome Your Fear of Heights Course. But if your head is good then the best scrambling holidays to start on would be the Snowdonia or Lake District weeks - if it feels too scary then you can just take the footpath alongside it!

Do I need strong upper body strength?
No you don’t - if you’re working your upper body that much you’re doing something wrong. On all our scrambling weekends and courses we always take time to show you the appropriate technique. But - you do usually need good hill legs.

Do I need any specialist kit for scrambling?
No you don’t – just wear what you would sensibly need for any mountain day. Routes will require for you to have a helmet and harness – though these can be provided by us free of charge.

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Where do we stay on these trips?
Once we get your booking we will forward all information including where and when we meet up plus all local accommodation which you will need to book yourself and usually includes camping, the local YHA and all the B&Bs. For Ireland the accommodation is already included in the cost.

I can’t make those dates – can you arrange something to suit me on another date?
Yes we can! Let us know what you’d like to do when. Also let us know how many there are and we’ll do all that we can to meet your needs..

Participation Agreement

Scrambling is exciting, intoxicating and liberating. But it should also be noted that scrambling as with all outdoor pursuits, carries an inherent risk of injury and death, which cannot be eliminated. You must accept that although we do our utmost to reduce any risks to an acceptable level, there are chances of accidents happening. Furthermore plans may be changed on our weekends and courses to take into account local and environmental conditions such as the weather.

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