Pillar Rock and other fine scrambling days in the Lakes
On Thursday the sun made an appearance in the Lakes, a rare sight so far this summer.Thankfully I was able to make the most of it during a really nice day out rock scrambling with Mark & Lynda from London.We'd already completed a shorter scrambling together earlier in the week, and today was about pushing… Continue reading Pillar Rock and other fine scrambling days in the Lakes
Multi-activity in the Lake District
Thanks to many fab customers it's been very busy here at Mountain Journeys.We've been Gorge Scrambling, Rock Climbing, Rock Scrambling, Abseiling; providing support for 3 Peaks Challenge teams, and guiding on Scafell Pike, phew!Whilst the weather has been mixed, there we've had a few dry days, times when the mountains can be fully savoured. My… Continue reading Multi-activity in the Lake District
Group activities – Lake District
It's been a very busy summer so far and thankfully that seems set to continue. What we've noticed is more group bookings are being taken, sometimes with 20+ people in a party, so plenty to keep us on our toes with logistics and kit!Over the last week we've had 2 large groups, including the Scottish… Continue reading Group activities – Lake District
It’s good to be busy….
It's been a fabulous couple of weeks here, with so much going on and so many lovely people coming to see us and enjoy the great outdoors here in the Lake District.Back on the 9th July we arranged a corporate day out for www.storiesbylove.com - and this was a day out for the whole company,… Continue reading It’s good to be busy….
More White Ghyll excitement
After a very long day out in the mountains yesterday, we were both feeling pretty tired this morning. However, the sun was shining and there was a promise of dry rock, so we decided to snatch a quick climb in at White Ghyll, Langdale.The route - 'Gordian Not' had been on my mind for a… Continue reading More White Ghyll excitement
Now here’s some photos!
At the end of June I had a day out climbing with Tom & Simon from the Camping & Caravanning Club. This was for a feature in their magazine so they had a professional photographer, Alisdair, join us too.Here's a glimpse of what he did:Please note, all images on this blog post are copyright of:… Continue reading Now here’s some photos!
Borrowdale & Langdale rock climbing medley
Sunday was due to be a Corvus day in Borrowdale. This 3 star classic route is amazing fun, but when there's waterfalls coming off the top of the crag fun may be the wrong description!So instead I met Helen at the Keswick climbing wall and we ran through some sport climbing specific techniques whilst waiting… Continue reading Borrowdale & Langdale rock climbing medley
Rock climbing progression and a photo shoot
Last night i'd been out to Staveley and the FRCC launch of their new Lake District Rock climbing guide. Pretty chuffed to have been involved in this excellent publication and even more chuffed a photo of Don managed to get included in the Eskdale section. For those interested in this guide, have a look in… Continue reading Rock climbing progression and a photo shoot
Multi-pitch rock climbing and a day of roped scrambling – fun times
On Sunday I had the pleasure of a morning with Andzelika & Eugene from Ulverston. We've now climbed together a few times, but so far this has always been in the Langdale valley. Eager to show off more fine climbing venues in the Lakes and somewhere a little closer to Ulverston, I chose Wallowbarrow crag… Continue reading Multi-pitch rock climbing and a day of roped scrambling – fun times
Yorkshire 3 Peaks – 13th June 2015
First summit - Pen-y-ghent Yesterday I was out with a group of 10 people from Cook Foods on a Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge. They were raising funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. Verity was also there to help me with the guiding, along with ‘mountain dog’ Don! We were lucky as the previous week the weather… Continue reading Yorkshire 3 Peaks – 13th June 2015
Multi-pitch rock climbing, White Ghyll, Langdale
Today was time for some personal rock climbing, and one of the routes I had in mind was very personal for me.We were in the Langdale valley at White Ghyll crag. Whilst being not too far from the road, the approach is quite fierce, and I suppose that's in-keeping with the climbing on this crag,… Continue reading Multi-pitch rock climbing, White Ghyll, Langdale
A windy day on the Langdale Pikes
Pavey Ark from Stickle Tarn The Langdale Pikes are some of my favourite Lakeland fells so it is always a pleasure when clients ask us for a guided walk here. I set off from Stickle Barn with Dean and Justine who were on their honeymoon - a couple who opted not for warm, sandy beaches… Continue reading A windy day on the Langdale Pikes
Sea cliffs & mountains…..
After a busy half term here in the Lakes, I decided on a quick getaway to Snowdonia for some rock climbing with my old pal Colin (less of the old I hear him saying)!The forecast seemed good, so I made a few clear plans of crags to visit, new places for us.First up was Clogwyn… Continue reading Sea cliffs & mountains…..
A busy half term week
This last week has been really busy with loads of activities happening and mostly in good weather too!Last Saturday it was Rock Climbing with Gary and his family. Scout crag being the location, we used the easier slabs as an introduction for the youngsters. Fun in the sun with plenty time on the rock had… Continue reading A busy half term week
Ennerdale Horseshoe: 19th – 21st May
This week i've been in the lovely Ennerdale with Kim, Barbara, and Julia.Having done numerous challenge events together, including: Welsh 3000's and Lakeland 3000's it was now time for something a little different.During a walk last year, we stopped off at the remote Black Sail YHA in Ennerdale. We enjoyed a cup of tea and… Continue reading Ennerdale Horseshoe: 19th – 21st May
Esk Gorge – Hen Party Activities
Now that's a hen party!In only a few weeks time Anna will be married, so this weekend it was hen party time.Staying over in Eskdale and with Gorge Scrambling high on the list of 'to-do' activities, there was only one choice, the mighty Esk Gorge. In our opinion this is the finest gorge the Lake… Continue reading Esk Gorge – Hen Party Activities
Classic Lakeland Rock and beautiful Lakeland gorge
Wow, what a couple of days it's been.Yesterday we were enjoying wonderful Lakeland rock in the form of Gillercombe Buttress in Borrowdale.7 pitches of fine climbing in a high mountain setting, complete with superb views and the whole place to ourselves. I had previously climbed with Jane last year, on Gimmer crag in Langdale, another… Continue reading Classic Lakeland Rock and beautiful Lakeland gorge
The mighty Esk Gorge and beyond
It's been a while since we've had an Eskdale adventure and today the opportunity came along.Temparatures have not been favourable here in the Lakes, with the Mercury not making much effort to attain double figures!!!However we are not deterred.With wetsuits on and plenty of spare clothes for later, in we went, nippy on the feet… Continue reading The mighty Esk Gorge and beyond
Climb, Climb, Climb!
A couple of contrasting days out in Langdale this week.Yesterday I was out at Lower Scout Crag with Tracy and her colleagues for a morning of Rock Climbing. The sun was out and the weather perfect.The crag was a little busier than usual, but this time it worked to our advantage as the other instructors… Continue reading Climb, Climb, Climb!
Rock climbing on Great Gable – the birthplace of British mountaineering
It's been a busy few days here with many hours spent rock climbing at a variety of Lakeland crags. So definitely feeling pretty privileged at the moment, being out with lovely people, stunning scenery, and beautiful weather.Earlier in the week it was Wallowbarrow Crag in the Duddon valley, this is my favourite valley crag and… Continue reading Rock climbing on Great Gable – the birthplace of British mountaineering
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