Hill Walking Courses | If you want to start fell walking, explore the wilderness of the hills or are looking for more adventure than your normal country walk then Climb GB can help with a range of hill walking courses for all abilities in the Cheviots (Northumberland) and Lake District:
Hill walking taster (1 day) session:
An ideal first introduction to hill walking and hiking; giving you an opportunity to see the benefits and fantastic experiences the hills and fell walking have to offer whilst acquiring a few skills along the way. Run as one 6 hour session in either Cheviots or the Lake District.
Hill walking taster (2 day) session:
For the 2 day hill walking taster session we are able to visit two different venues. This allows us to explore a wider variety of terrain, picking out the most exciting route we can on each day and have even more fun. Run as two 6 hour sessions in either Cheviots or the Lake District.
Introduction to hill walking skills (1 day) course:
Suitable for beginners looking to take their first steps out on to hills and learn the necessary skills required. Covering all of the essentials of route planning, navigation, weather and equipment. Run as one 6 hour course in either Cheviots or the Lake District.
Introduction to hill walking skills (2 day) course:
As per the 1 day introduction to hill walking skills course however being run over 2 days allows additional content to be covered and the opportunity for participants to try planning the route for the second day at a different venue. Run as two 6 hour courses in either the Cheviots or Lake District.
Improver hill walking skills (1 day) course:
For those who have already experienced hill walking but are looking to improve and refine their skills. A one day course covering aspects of navigation, weather, route planning and equipment. Run as one 6 hour course in either the Cheviots or the Lake District.
Improver hill walking skills (2 day) course:
As per the 1 day improver hill walking skills course however being run over 2 days allows more content to be taught, added practice and two different venues to be visited. Run as two 6 hour sessions in either Cheviots or the Lake District.
Advanced hill walking skills (1 day) course:
For those looking to get to more remote mountainous areas, away from the footpaths and obvious navigational features to experience a more adventurous day hill walking. Run as one 6 hour course in either the Cheviots or Lake District.
Advanced hill walking skills (2 day) course:
For the 2 day advanced hill walking skills course we are able to adventure further in to remote terrain by visiting two different venues and experiencing mountainous areas as a hill and fell walker. Run as two 6 hour sessions in the Lake District.
Course dates
Hill walking courses are provided year-round and can be run on any date suitable for yourself, so just let us know if you have a preferred date when you get in touch.
Equipment list
You can download an equipment list for the hill walking courses showing what you will need to bring with you and what Climb GB will provide.
Testimonials
If you would like to see what previous Climb GB customers have thought of their courses here are a selection of reviews and testimonials.
Contact
If you would like any further information or would like to make a booking please use the contact page or email direct to info@climbgb.com
The map below shows the venues Climb GB uses for hill walking courses (Orange markers) and easy to find meeting places (Blue markers). For all sessions in the Cheviots (Northumberland) we will meet in the village of Powburn and for the Lake District we will meet in Keswick.
Whether you've been on a course or are about to attend a course make sure you check out our 20 top tips for lightweight hill walking for a great day out in the hills!
