CLASSIC WINTER CLIMBING
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Five days of classic winter climbing at about grade III and IV. Join an experienced winter climbing guide and enjoy the best winter routes possible in the weather and climbing conditions at the time.
Have a go at those classic routes you have always wanted to do but never quite managed. Routes such as Tower Ridge, Crowberry Gully, Green Gully, Number Three Gully Buttress, Raeburn's Route and North Buttress on Buachaille Etive Mor might be what you get up to in the week. The ratio for this is two people with one guide and previous climbing experience is essential. If you would prefer to learn the skills to tackle classic routes independently we can do this too. Take a look at our Winter Climbing Progression Courses page for more information. |
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We can run private Winter Climbing Progression courses on any day of the week and these can be tailored to suit your aspirations and previous experience. Get in touch to check our availability and make a booking.
If you're an experienced winter climber, climbing at about grade IV or V and looking to push on to the next grade, take a look at our Performance Winter Climbing Workshop which is taking place on the 20th and 21st February 2021.
If you're an experienced winter climber, climbing at about grade IV or V and looking to push on to the next grade, take a look at our Performance Winter Climbing Workshop which is taking place on the 20th and 21st February 2021.
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Classic Winter Climbing 2021
£750 per person 15th - 19th February 2021 15th - 19th March 2021 |
Private Guiding
Prices are per day: 1 person - £250 2 people - £275 Please Contact Us to check our availability or to get a quote for larger groups. |
To make sure you get the most out of your day we've included the following:
- Kit list
- Helmet and harness
- Ropes and technical equipment
- 10% off at Cotswold Outdoor in Fort William
- 10% off at SYHA hostels
- Safety Brief
- Experienced Mountaineering Instructor
- Action photos
The weather in the Scottish mountains can change in a matter of minutes. Snow is likely and it can regularly feel as cold as -20 degrees Celsius on the summits. Make sure you are ready for your day by packing the items on the list below.
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To wear
Thermal base layers – polyester or woollen, no cotton Warm fleece Walking trousers – no jeans Spare fleece or synthetic insulating layer Waterproof jacket and trousers with side zips Warm hat and gloves (spare gloves recommended) Stiff walking boots – B2 or B3 rated |
Other equipment
Rucksack – roughly 35 litres Technical ice axes and crampons Helmet and harness Belay plate and carabiner Lunch and spare food 1 litre flask or water bottle Headtorch Ski goggles Map and compass Whistle Walking poles (recommended but not essential) Sunglasses & sun cream Mobile phone in a waterproof case Camera Personal 1st Aid Kit - plasters, blister kit, all normal medication including asthma inhaler if you have one |
If you need winter equipment Ellis Brigham in Fort William hire out winter boots, crampons and ice axes. Please contact them directly to book:
fort.william@ellis-brigham.com | 01397 706220
fort.william@ellis-brigham.com | 01397 706220
