Welcome to Lakes Climber – the place for walking and rock climbing adventures in the Lake District! To find out more, follow the links below or take a look at our Calendar to see what courses we have coming up. If you have queries, check out the Frequently Asked Questions page, and for further information, or to make a booking, get in touch via the Contact page.
As we head towards autumn we have two navigations days currently in the calendar on Sunday 27th October and Saturday 2nd November. Head over to Navigation Days for more details and to register.
Hill walking and navigation
Join one of our skills days to gain confidence in the hills or learn about navigation – prices from £60 per person. Or book a private day of guided hill walking or navigation that is tailored to your needs!
Rock climbing
Join one of our intro to rock or technical rock skills days – prices from £60 per person. Or book a private day of guided climbing or bespoke skills to suit your needs!
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Autumn sun – October half term is a tricky one to book in advance but Phil, Mae and I grabbed the best-looking day and were rewarded with a peaceful, sunny crag.![]()
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The brief was ‘as much climbing as possible‘ whilst also learning some skills to become independent climbers. Lots of multi-pitch climbing was done – “ooh, a mono!” – and lots of gear was placed. We didn’t drop any humans or gear and the ropes didn’t get themselves in a tangle 🤩🧗🍁⛰️![]()
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Thank you for a lovely day of cragging and good company (and an excellent chocolate cookie)![]()
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#amiprofessionals #rockclimb #lakedistrictclimbing #lakedistrict #langdale #girlswhoclimb
🕰Tomorrow the UK clocks go back an hour. It is also Mountain Rescue Awareness Day. It’s a day to remind people how to stay safe in the mountains, especially as the days get shorter & darker.![]()
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Here are some basic tips for staying safe in the mountains:![]()
⛰Plan ahead: Make sure you know the weather & are confident in your skills for the day. Navigating outdoors can be a challenge with very few landmarks – do your homework on your route before you set off. Normal forecasts give context but a detailed mountain weather forecast is essential to give an idea of the changing temperatures as you climb, cloud levels, the impact of any wind & the likelihood of snow fall.![]()
🎒Pack the right supplies & wear the right gear: Bring a hard copy map, warm & waterproof clothing, suitable footwear, plenty of food & drink, & portable power banks.![]()
🔦Carry a head torch: Even if you plan to be back before dark, things can easily change & not go accordingly to plan. Always carry an LED head torch. Avoid using your phone for light: Keep your the battery life for emergencies.![]()
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If you are planning to walk at night, you need all the same equipment as you would for the daytime, but some items are especially important:![]()
🥾Choose a route you have walked in daylight before heading off in the dark.![]()
☁️Pick settled, clear weather – there’s no disgrace in being a fair weather night walker.![]()
🌝Watch the skies – a full moon or a starry sky will enhance the experience & make it easier to navigate.![]()
👫Go with company – it will be safer & a lot more fun. If you do go alone, let someone know your plan and expected time of return.![]()
🏠Be sensitive to the possibility of causing alarm when walking at night – choose a route where you don’t pass too close to houses or farms.![]()
🪫Two torches & spare batteries – LED torches are the most reliable & head torches will leave your hands free.![]()
🧤It can be close to freezing during the early morning hours – make sure you carry plenty of layers, spare dry socks, gloves and a fleece.![]()
🧭Map & compass – & know how to use them at night!![]()
⛺️Sleeping bag & bivi shelter – just in case!![]()
📲Charged mobile & power bank – in case you need to call for help in an emergency.![]()
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#BeAdventureSmart
Jamming – absolute delight to spend the day with these lovely lads from @du.mountaineering on an ‘intro to trad’ day yesterday!![]()
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I taught them a spot of ropework, they ran around placing nuts and cams in every crack they could find, then we got them tied in to experience the gritstone delights of off-balance smears and hand-jamming.![]()
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I provided the stories, they provided raspberries, dried mango, nuts and custard creams. We all provided the laughs – thanks for a fantastic day!![]()
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#rockclimbing #gritstone #jamming #amiprofessionals #uniclub
Time out – like an autumn cold, my mental health took a bit of a dip this week. A tried and tested remedy for me is to try and get outdoors into nature. ![]()
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I am lucky that the closest hills are a 10-min drive away, and I am doubly lucky that I have the skills to be able to head into the fells and feel comfortable navigating my way through the wild terrain. For two hours I didn’t see a soul, and gradually my brain quietened down and I was able to notice the landscape and wildlife around me.![]()
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I am passionate about passing on this gift, giving others the skills and confidence to be able to take some time out in nature and re-set. So yes, this is a blatant advert that I have some navigation skills days coming up, but my message is genuine. The end goal of my navigation days is for you to also be able to enjoy the freedom of walking quietly in the fells on your own – maybe I will bump into you next time?![]()
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#gooutdoors #ILoveMaps #hillwalking #LakeDistrict #mentalhealth
Escapism and companionship – lovely to catch up with friends from Durham at the weekend on their mini-adventure to the NW Lakes. Some new to walking, some old hands, escaping the busyness of life for a day of stunning views and good company.![]()
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Thank you Anna and Cathy for some of the great photos 📷⛰️