Professional Mountain Leading, with passion and pride

We deliver safe, rewarding and engaging outdoor experiences for individuals and groups who value high‑quality, safe, authentic adventures.

Lake District Mountain Specialists.

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Our Services

We are able to provide Mountain Leading Services to individuals, groups, charity events, mountain events and corporate bodies.

Prices based on your individual needs - contact for a quote.

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As a business with a strong Armed Forces connection, we offer favourable rates for Serving personnel, their immediate families and Veterans.

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Ready to Climb Together?

Pick a date, tell us your requirements and we’ll handle the details.

No worries, we’ve got you covered.

Competitive prices, for reassuringly professional services, unique to your requirements.

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Why We Love the Mountains

Based in Kendal, the Cumbrian Fells are our passion, but we share a love and experience of all UK Mountains and upland areas. Expeditions in more remote mountainous parts of the globe have added valuable experience and prospective. Why would you not love the mountains, unless you are yet to take full advantage…

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Client Testimonials:

'Paul has guided me and our group on multiple challenging routes across the Lake District, and we've always felt challenged but safe throughout' - John D

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'Paul has guided me and our group on multiple challenging routes across the Lake District, and we've always felt challenged but safe throughout' - John D ~

''I've learnt so much today and definitely feel way more prepared going into the N3P. Paul's knowledge was brilliant and he answered every question I had' - Keira

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''I've learnt so much today and definitely feel way more prepared going into the N3P. Paul's knowledge was brilliant and he answered every question I had' - Keira ~

'I have been on 5-6 walks in the Lake District with Paul as our Mountain Leader. He is very knowledgeable of routes, whilst catering well for the varying levels of ability in the group, Highly recommended' - Craig W

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'I have been on 5-6 walks in the Lake District with Paul as our Mountain Leader. He is very knowledgeable of routes, whilst catering well for the varying levels of ability in the group, Highly recommended' - Craig W ~

'Paul has been my trusted Mountain leader over a number of years. He has extensive experience in assessing the individual / group and ensuring a route is chosen / pitched accordingly. Recommended' - Kieran E

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'Paul has been my trusted Mountain leader over a number of years. He has extensive experience in assessing the individual / group and ensuring a route is chosen / pitched accordingly. Recommended' - Kieran E ~

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