Rock Climbing Guiding

We provide a wide range of bespoke climbing courses and guiding tailored to your individual needs. Whether you're looking to start your rock climbing journey, or tackle classic rock routes around the country, we can craft the perfect experience for you. Scroll down to explore what we have to offer.

Lake District Classic Rock Guiding

The Lake District is the birthplace of climbing and offers a variety of great climbing, on big mountain crags and picturesque lake-side crags. With a lifetime’s worth of climbs to explore, we’re passionate about sharing this world-class destination with you!

Whether you're seeking an adventurous ascent on legendary mountain crags like Scafell East Buttress and Dow Crag, or prefer classic, relaxed days at stunning valley crags, we’ll provide expert guidance tailored to your experience and goals.

Our guides will carefully select routes so you climb the very best the Lakes has to offer— truly classic climbs on great rock. Or if you’re looking to climb a specific route we can make that happen! Here are some examples of routes we’ve guided with clients in the past:

  • The Bludgeon E1 5B Shepherds Crag

  • Murray’s Direct VS 4C Dow Crag

  • Square Chimney Route VS 4C Esk Buttress

  • Central Buttress E1 5B Scafell

  • Gimmer String E1 5B Gimmer Crag

Prior Experience:

You should be able to confidently second trad climbs, have good overall fitness and have a good head for heights (There’s some big routes in the Lakes)
Location:

Throughout the Lake District, most courses are based in Ambleside/Windermere

Duration & Pricing:

Flexible duration—just get in touch! £200 a day for 1:1, £250 a day for 1:2

The Yorkshire Dales boast an exceptional variety of climbing, predominantly on limestone cliffs. With an abundance of technical, crimpy classics waiting to be climbed, the area offers a mix of well-bolted sport routes, as well as plenty of legendary trad climbs for those seeking a more adventurous challenge.

Our guides will take you on carefully selected routes tailored to your skill level and climbing goals. We focus on the best climbs and ensure an unforgettable experience. Here are some example routes you could tackle on this trip:

  • Carnage E2 5B Malham Cove

  • Junkyard Angel HVS 5B Malham Cove

  • Face Route E3 6A Gordale Scar

  • The Diedre E2 5B Kilnsey

  • Wheels on Fire 6A+ Robin Proctor’s Scar

  • Venus HVS 5A Crummackdale

Prior Experience:

You should be able to confidently second trad or sport climbs and have good overall fitness.
Location:

North Yorkshire, generally the climbing will be based around Settle.

Duration & Pricing:

Flexible duration—just get in touch! £200 a day for 1:1, £250 a day for 1:2

Yorkshire Dales Classics Guiding

We offer guided climbing experiences across the stunning and rugged landscape of Snowdonia, including on it’s iconic mountain and coastal crags. North Wales boasts a wide variety of rock types and routes, from challenging trad testpieces to relaxed classics on amazing rock, all set against breathtaking scenery.

We will select routes suited to your skill level, ensuring an unforgettable climbing experience in one of the UK's most diverse and beautiful climbing regions. Here are some example routes we might climb on this course:

  • Cenotaph Corner E1 5B Dinas Cromlech

  • The Cracks HS 4C Dinas Mot

  • The Plum E1 5B Tremadog

  • Brant Direct HVS 5A Clogwyn Y Grochan

  • Hawks Nest Arete VS 4C Glyder Fach

Prior Experience: You should be able to confidently second trad climbs and have good overall fitness.
Location: North Wales, including mountain cliffs and coastal crags
Duration & Pricing: Flexible duration, £200 a day for 1:1, £250 a day for 1:2

North Wales Classics

Gogarth Classic Climbs

Gogarth is one of the UK’s most iconic sea cliff climbing destinations, offering an incredible mix of adventurous routes, dramatic coastal scenery, and rich wildlife. Climbing high above the crystal-clear waters, with the sound of waves below and the chance to spot seals and puffins nearby, makes for an unforgettable experience.

With its stunning quartzite cliffs and a huge variety of classic routes, Gogarth has something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for your first sea cliff adventure or aiming to push your grade, we have extensive knowledge of the area and will select the best routes to suit your ability and experience.

Some of the classic routes we’ve guided include:

  • Dream of White Horses HVS 4c

  • North West Passage E1 5b

  • Anarchist E1 5B

  • The Savage E1 5b

  • Emulator/Bezel VS 4c

Prior Experience: You should be able to confidently second trad climbs and have good overall fitness.
Location: Holyhead, Anglesey
Duration & Pricing: Flexible duration, £200 a day for 1:1, £250 a day for 1:2

Pembroke Classic Climbs

Pembroke is home to some of the best sea cliff climbing in the UK, with hundreds of three-star classic routes spread along its stunning limestone coastline. The climbing here is varied, accessible, and set against a backdrop of breathtaking sea views, making it one of the most rewarding places to climb in the country.

With everything from friendly VS routes to steep, technical testpieces, Pembroke has something for every climber. The rock is solid, the gear is great, and the setting is second to none. Whether you’re looking to gain confidence on sea cliffs or take on a new challenge, we’ll guide you on the best routes for your ability and goals. Here are some routes we have climbed with clients in the past:

  • The Arrow E1 5b St Govans

  • Blue Sky VS 4b Chapel Point

  • Manzoku E1 5B Stennis Head

  • Sunny Corner HVS 5a Bosherton Head

Prior Experience:

You should be able to confidently second trad climbs and have good overall fitness.
Location:

Lake District, Lancashire and North Yorkshire.

Duration & Pricing:

Flexible duration—just get in touch! £200 for 1:1, £250 for 1:2