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NEW! Scotland Winter Skills Weekend! Minibus Transport & Guide Included.

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Difficulty 

Moderate - This trip is made for complete beginners to winter walking but you must have some previous hill walking experience and fitness. Talk to us if you are unsure.

We've teamed up with Cairngorm Adventure Guides to introduce and practice winter techniques such as: personal movement (cramponing, step kicking and cutting); using an ice axe; self-arrests; winter navigation; planning and preparation; snow pack analysis; avalanche avoidance; emergency procedures; and understanding the winter environment.

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These skills are coached on day in the context of a mountain journey. We aim to help you to gain familiarity with these skills, allowing you to get out into the mountains to practice and consolidate. 

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This course is mainly practical and based out on the hill in the Cairngorms (Scotland). The Cairngorms, located in the Scottish Highlands, is a mountain range and national park renowned for its rugged beauty and diverse wildlife. It features some of the UK's highest peaks, ancient forests, and expansive moorlands.

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This one-day course will leave you with the confidence and knowledge to go hill walking safely in winter.

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What's included in the price: 

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What's not included: 

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  • Food

  • Warm winter clothes 

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What do I need to bring?


Try to pack these items into a maximum of two bags.

For the Weekend:

  • Change of clothes 

  • Toiletries 

  • Money for food/drinks (when in town) 

  • Food for the 3 days

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For the hike:

  • Backpack (20-40 litre max) 

  • Waterproof Jacket and pants 

  • Walking Boots/Shoes (trainers as last option) 

  • Walking trousers/shorts (No Jeans) 

  • Fleece 

  • Warm insulated Jacket 

  • Warm Gloves 

  • Warm Hat 

  • Food (sandwiches are ideal) 

  • Snacks 

  • Flask with a hot drink 

  • Water (minimum 1 litre) 

  • Personal First Aid/medication 

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We have spare kit that we can lend and rent you if you may need, just let us know before the event so we can arrange it.

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On the day

Day 1

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- 9:00am - We will meet at Chorlton street. We will drive you to the start of the walk near Fort William roughly 6 hours’ drive, with three stops along the way.

- 10am - Lancaster pick-up.

- 5:00pm - Arrive at the accommodation.

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Day 2

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- 8:00am - Depart from accommodation. 

- 8:30am - Arrive at the starting point. 

- 16:00pm - Depart for accommodation. 

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Day 3 

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- 09:00am - Depart from accommodation. 

- 4pm - Lancaster drop-off.

- 5:00pm - Arrive back in Manchester.

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Most people join us as solo travellers but groups are welcome. We've created some handy links below to help navigate you through our website:

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Kit List - What do I need to bring?

FAQs - I have a million more questions? If you don't find your answer just contact us.

Difficulty chart - Am I fit enough to take part?

Meet the guides - Who are you?

Testimonials - Why book with BEE Adventures?

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