uk winter

Even after three decades of being mesmerised by the beauty of snowy landscapes, my love of winter is undiminished. There is magic in the transformation. It is enchanting and intoxicating.

But winter can also be a harsh and serious arena. It is wise to gain the skills gradually and embed them thoroughly. This will keep you safe.

The sad, hard truth is that our winters are in decline. There is no reliable pattern to plan by. Scour the forecast and be flexible with your bookings. But don’t leave it too long.

winter walking

Spread your wings and start your journey into magical winter mountains one crunchy step at a time ...

mountaineering

Tackle steep gullies and exposed ridges safely and confidently ...

winter climbing

Enter the world of two-axe climbing to discover the exhilaration of steeper objectives ...

winter running

Ever fancied flying free and unencumbered in lightweight kit? Learn the limits of winter running and essential safety knowhow.

Wales in winter

You don't always need to travel to Scotland for winter. If there's been a cold spell why not try Wales ...

winter skills

Brush up vital skills to stay safe and comfortable; understanding snow conditions, navigation, moving safely in crampons, and much more ...