Useful Links

Online Guides

Cycle routes
Sustrans national cycle routes guide, including long distance leisure routes

Walking Routes
Links to walks posted from numerous sources.

The Walking Englishman
A fantastic treasure trove of ideas for walks with maps, photographs and descriptions.

British Walks
Plenty of ideas and inspiration for walks.

Happy Hiker
Provides simple to follow directions for walking various routes, including GPS downloads and gives basic advice on a variety of walking issues.

UK rivers guide
The canoeists’ and kayakers’ internet guide to most UK rivers

Trekking Britain
Good route guides with maps and gps files.

Walks (southern England)
Descriptions of walks, particularly in Essex, Cornwall, Suffolk, Herts, Hants & links to other areas.

Books and Maps

Cicerone guides
Guidebooks for walkers, trekkers, mountaineers, climbers and cyclists.

Dash4it
The map superstore – always at great prices

Stanfords
The go to shop for niche maps and guide books when all else fails

RockFax
Great climbing guide books for the UK and beyond

The BMC Shop
Collection of mountain literature, guide books & more

Outdoor Clubs

The British Mountaineering Council
Working for climbers, hillwalkers & mountaineers. Join the BMC or join a BMC affiliated club.

Austrian Alpine Club (UK)
Great club of likeminded souls with some great benefits including some brilliant rescue insurance

Rambling and Walking Clubs
Comprehensive links to rambling and walking clubs across the UK.

Outdoor Duo
Enjoy the outdoors (and life) hand in hand with a fellow enthusiast through this outdoor dating site.

Outdoor Forums

UK Climbing
The biggest and oldest UK climbers’ online magazine and community. Includes guides to climbing routes.

UK Hillwalking
A hill walkers’ online magazine and community

Walking Forum
For discussing all aspects of country walking & hiking in the UK with boards for general chat, gear, photography,
and all the popular UK walking destinations.

Cycling UK
The UK’s largest cycling charity’s online magazine and community.

UKRGB
UK Rivers Guidebook community forum for canoeists and kayakers

Partners

AllGood Cycling

All things to guided cycling – coaching, maintenance, workshops, guiding

Heason Events

Sheffield company offering a wide variety of event management, including multimedia shows, competitions, film screenings, event promotion, parties, weddings and conferences – from within the climbing world or without.

Planet X Bikes

Road and off road bikes direct to the consumer. Also some amazing gear that can be used by all outdoor enthusiasts.

McKinlay Mountaineering

NGB climbing and mountain leader training award courses

Peak District Accommodation

Middle Cottage – Eyam

A heart-warming getaway in the unspoilt village of Eyam in the Peak District National Park. Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms.

Staffordshire Moorlands & Peak District Luxury Holiday Accommodation

Luxury holiday cottage in the Peak District ideally placed at the foot of the Roaches

Gratton Grange Farm House bed and Breakfast plus Holiday Cottage

Beautiful 16th Century farm-house accommodation in the heart of the Peak District

Bank Cottage – Hope Valley Cottages

Say hello to Will’s friends Chris and Caroline and book into their lovely cottage in the beautiful Peak District village of Bradwell

Pindale Farm Outdoor Centre
Camping and Bunkhouse, Pindale Road, Hope, Derbyshire, S33 6RN, Tel: 01433 620111

YHA – Losehill Hall
Castleton, Derbyshire S33 8WB, Tel: 0870 770 5758

Causeway House
Back Street, Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 8WE, Tel: 01433 623291

Dunscar Farm
Castleton, Hope Valley, S33 8WA, 01433 620483

Four Seasons B&B
Spital House, How Lane, Hope Valley, Castleton, Derbyshire, S33 8WJ, Tel: 01433 620 655

Swiss House
How Lane, Castleton, Hope Valley, S33 8WJ, 01433 621098

Willow Croft
Pindale Road, Hope Valley, Castleton, S33 8WU, Tel: 01433 620400

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Inn
How Lane, Castleton, Hope Valley, S33 8WJ, Tel: 01433 620330

Sheffield Accommodation

Brocco on the Park Boutique bedrooms and neighbourhood kitchen 92 Brocco Bank, Sheffield, S11 8RS
hello@brocco.co.uk 0114 266 1233

Finkle Green Bed & Breakfast, Finkle Street Lane, Wortley, Sheffield, S35 7DH, 0114 2881520, finklegreenwortley@gmail.com
Located to the north of Sheffield and ideally placed for cycling along the Trans Pennine Trail.

Fox Hagg Farm campsite, Lodge Lane, Rivelin, S6 5SN, 0114 230 5589
May only take caravans and campervans – but tent dwellers should ask.
(Dog friendly too. Call the campsite to book before turning up).

Halifax Hall, Endcliffe Vale Road, S10 3ER
0114 222 8810, stay@halifaxhall.co.uk

Hillsborough Hotel, 54-58 Langsett Rd, Sheffield S6 2UB, 0114 232 2100

Jonas Hotel, The Endcliffe Village, Endcliffe Cres, Sheffield S10 3ER, 0114 222 8816

Kenwood Hall Hotel, Kenwood Rd, Sheffield S7 1NQ, 0114 258 3811

Russell Scott Hostels, 28 Brandreth Road, S6 3JU, 01142 334691
This is a cheap option – though the online reviews don’t look too hot!

Wyming Brook Farm, Soughley Lane, S10 4QX, 0114 3276751 (caravans only)
Call the campsite to book before turning up

Sheffield Holiday Cottages, Rivelin Valley, Sheffield, 07932 362656
Delightful cottages on the edge of Sheffield and the cusp of the Peak District

Plan your stay in Sheffield with KAYAK

Hill and Mountain Weather Forecasts

Mountain Weather Information System (MWIS)
Met Office Mountain Weather Forecast
Norwegian Meteorological Service

Travel Resources

The Man in Seat 61 – This site explains how to travel comfortably & affordably by train or ferry where you might think air was now the only option. Particularly good for obscure destinations.

HomeToGo.com portal, which compares offers from many other portals and helps you to find the cheapest apartment or a holiday house

Maris Freighters – Book a cabin on a freighter!

Sail Indonesia – Join a yacht to get to Australia from Indonesia

Findacrew.net – Be a crew and join a yacht

Budget Your Trip – Cost of travel from around the world

Online flight operators

Flight Network
Canada’s top travel brand with great flight deals including price drop protection

Skyscanners – compare flight prices worldwide

Ryan Coventry

18. April, 2023.

Went on the fear of heights course last month, run by Brian, Adam and Angie on the day. Went into it cautious due to a bad experience at height and unsure about what to expect, but from the first minute was made to feel comfortable and relaxed. The course was really good fun, and everyone in the group did things they never would have dreamt they'd have done beforehand. You can really tell they have been running this course for a long time and the experience and expertise of all involved was reassuring and made it just seem like a couple of days out in the peaks. Atmosphere was excellent, really friendly easy-going people, and felt so much more confident about being at heights after than I did before. To anyone considering I would highly recommend, the only course like it in the UK and it really sets the foundations for a completely different outlook on heights for anyone who struggles. Thankyou all and hopefully will get on some more courses/walks in the future.

Sheenagh Davis

9. April, 2023.

Omgoodness I never dreamt I could archive such heights. A wonderful kind, supportive, calm, patient team. Would recommend 100%, definitely going back for more courses.

david gilbride

27. March, 2023.

I managed to go on ‘Overcoming Fear of Heights’ due to my fear and being nervous at heights, On day 1, I woke up and was still in two minds whether to go or not, But I pushed my self to drive the 82miles to the destination, where we were in a classroom learning new techniques off how to overcome the fear, (very interesting). In the afternoon we started to put into action what we had just learned in the classroom, by learning how to (abseil). Humm, I thought but yes, I will anticipate, (as I had never done this before), It was so simple to use the equipment, But I was still very nervous when I stood on the edge off a drop. But with the professionally of the team, I managed to complete part 1 and 2 off this challenge, (and my confidence grew). Then when it came to the final challenge the big one, I lost my bottle, they never put me under any pressure just talked to me and tried to encourage me to do it, but unfortunately my mine was made up not to do it. (Very silly) I then thought should I stop the night and find a hotel or go home and quit as I failed the last challenge, (I decided to go home). On the way home I looked back on the day I had just had and then realised what I had achieved, Yes I learnt how to Abseil and stand on the edge off a drop. (Never been able to do this before). So, in the morning I drove back up for day 2, (still feeling nervous as what was a head, but not ready to quit as that is what I had paid for). Which is when I found out we was going to do some rock climbing (Interesting) The techniques we were shown, was very interesting and I was amazed what can be accomplished, (highly recommended). With all the little challenges done, I was ready for the big climb down and then back up (still nervous). But when I got to the top of the climb the feeling was amazing and (overwhelming at what I had just accomplished) I would highly recommend this course, as they get you to go out of your comforted zone but if you are not happy, they do not push you. (Well worth the experience). Thank you very much for the experience, I highly recommend this course, Well worth the money. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND GO FOR IT.

Rob Davies

23. March, 2023.

Just completed the 2 day ‘Overcoming Fear of Heights’ course in the Peak District. An amazing and invaluable experience. Will, Hayden and Brian all extremely professional, experienced, encouraging and fun, despite the challenges. Can’t believe what I achieved in just 2 days and now looking forward to conquering Striding Edge later this year. Thank you guys. Would highly recommend this to anyone.

Tony

28. February, 2023.

Emergency First Aid level 6 scqf course. An excellent in depth course that covered all the areas needed for our Rugby Club. It was a very professional and enjoyable course. Thank you Will.

Alex Coon

17. February, 2023.

Did Wilderness First Aid with Will in February. Great course. Loads of excellent practical sessions designed to drum in the important bits of the lessons. Few 'trick' scenarios thrown in to keep us on our toes.

Sue Herne

26. October, 2022.

Great first Aud course. Always based on the practical outdoor elements and always learn useful tips. Great to get the extra day for the advanced outdoor first aid course.

Nick Blaney

25. October, 2022.

Completed the Outdoor First Aid qualification with Will recently and can thoroughly recommend him. His own extensive practical experience of the outdoors and first aid shines through and adds legitimacy. The course is very hands on practical in nature, you will also need good acting skills!

Valerie Whistler

20. October, 2022.

I was lucky enough to be on the ‘Overcome Your Fear of Heights’ course last weekend in the Peak District with Will, Stu and Brian, and it was a truly amazing experience! The weekend was professionally run, really good fun and most importantly effective! I have suffered with a fear of heights (and particularly massive bridges) for the last 20 years but only 3 days after the course, I am now driving confidently over the Kessock Bridge in Inverness (a big bridge!) and looking forward to many other amazing adventures without a crippling fear hanging over me and spoiling so many days out! I recommend this course to anyone who is fearful and is letting a fear of heights stand in the way of living life. You will be amazed at what you end up doing in just two days! I admit that I thought about backing out several times before showing up on the Saturday morning as I was so unsure as to what my expectations should be. I’m SO glad I didn’t back out, as this has changed my life for the better. The classroom session with Brian was sensitively run and although a bit baffling at the time, worked incredibly well. I would love to share the secret of how effective this session is, but I have no idea how it works…it just does! The outdoor sessions for the rest of the weekend were fantastic! Will and Stu were incredibly supportive, understanding and encouraging without forcing or coercing you to do anything uncomfortable. They simply encourage you towards success and then congratulate you when you achieve it! Their inspiring insights, reassuring words and manner spur you into trying things you would never have believed possible, in fact by day two I was at the front of the line for every activity! Yes me!!! Thanks to Will and the team, I have already made incredible progress and intend to continue pushing the boundaries with my newly discovered confidence. If you are thinking about doing this course, then don’t hesitate, go for it and you will never look back! Thanks to Will, Stu and Brian. I’m already looking forward to the next adventure with you guys!

Marta Alfaro Tirado

19. October, 2022.

I've just completed the Outdoor First Aid course. I feel more confident now than ever (I've done at least 4 other first aid courses). Will teaches things in a way that you will remember during an emergency, and he focuses in the things you will come across in the outdoor environment. I find this course with Will very useful

Adventure Calendar

	May 2023
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
	1 The Welsh 3000s in 3 days The Welsh 3000s in 3 days Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 1, 2023 - 11:59 pm Location: Snowdonia Description: The Welsh 3000s: here’s your chance to climb all the mountains of Wales inside the space of a single weekend. This trek is arguably the ultimate challenge event, combining true challenge with wilderness, excitement and awe – and all inside the space of one weekend! More details... •	2	3	4	5	6 Hill Skills 1 Bronze Navigation Skills Hill Skills 1 Bronze Navigation Skills Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 7, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Snowdon via Y Lliwedd and the Nantlle Ridge Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Snowdon via Y Lliwedd and the Nantlle Ridge Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 7, 2023 - 11:59 pm Location: Snowdonia Description: These two days are listed in the guide book as grade 1 scrambles and so they will involve some moments that are exposed and at height. But really they would be better described as airy walks. For somebody setting out to try their confidence at height you couldn’t get a kinder two days whilst enjoying some superb scenery. More details... • •
7 Hill Skills 1 Bronze Navigation Skills Hill Skills 1 Bronze Navigation Skills Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 7, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Snowdon via Y Lliwedd and the Nantlle Ridge Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Snowdon via Y Lliwedd and the Nantlle Ridge Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 7, 2023 - 11:59 pm Location: Snowdonia Description: These two days are listed in the guide book as grade 1 scrambles and so they will involve some moments that are exposed and at height. But really they would be better described as airy walks. For somebody setting out to try their confidence at height you couldn’t get a kinder two days whilst enjoying some superb scenery. More details... • •	8	9 ITC Outdoor First Aid ITC Outdoor First Aid Starts: 9:00 am Ends: May 10, 2023 - 6:00 pm Location: Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield, Garter St, Sheffield S4 7QX, United Kingdom Description: 16 hour (two day) outdoor first aid training for outdoor leaders and enthusiasts alike. This accredited course will revalidate ML, SPA, MIA, BASI, BCU etc. - See more at: http://www.will4adventure.com/courses/outdoor-first-aid/#2day More details... •	10 ITC Outdoor First Aid ITC Outdoor First Aid Starts: 9:00 am Ends: May 10, 2023 - 6:00 pm Location: Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield, Garter St, Sheffield S4 7QX, United Kingdom Description: 16 hour (two day) outdoor first aid training for outdoor leaders and enthusiasts alike. This accredited course will revalidate ML, SPA, MIA, BASI, BCU etc. - See more at: http://www.will4adventure.com/courses/outdoor-first-aid/#2day More details... •	11	12	13 The Yorkshire Three Peaks The Yorkshire Three Peaks Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 13, 2023 - 11:59 pm Description: This is a super concept – Yorkshire’s three highest peaks, linked together with a route that is approximately a marathon in distance. Set out to bag these three mighty hills inside 12 hours and a better day’s walking challenge couldn’t be better designed if you tried! (It’s a God-given challenge from God’s own county!) More details... ITC Outdoor First Aid ITC Outdoor First Aid Starts: 9:00 am Ends: May 14, 2023 - 6:00 pm Location: Youlgreave, Derbyshire DE45, UK Description: 16 hour (two day) outdoor first aid training for outdoor leaders and enthusiasts alike. This accredited course will revalidate all NGB outdoor qualifications eg ML, RCI, MCI, BASI, BCU etc. - See more at: https://will4adventurefirstaid.com/outdoor-first-aid/ More details... • •
14 ITC Outdoor First Aid ITC Outdoor First Aid Starts: 9:00 am Ends: May 14, 2023 - 6:00 pm Location: Youlgreave, Derbyshire DE45, UK Description: 16 hour (two day) outdoor first aid training for outdoor leaders and enthusiasts alike. This accredited course will revalidate all NGB outdoor qualifications eg ML, RCI, MCI, BASI, BCU etc. - See more at: https://will4adventurefirstaid.com/outdoor-first-aid/ More details... •	15	16	17	18	19	20 The Lake District - Scrambling Starters Helvellyn via Striding Edge The Lake District - Scrambling Starters Helvellyn via Striding Edge Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 21, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... •
21 The Lake District - Scrambling Starters Helvellyn via Striding Edge The Lake District - Scrambling Starters Helvellyn via Striding Edge Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 21, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... •	22	23	24	25	26	27 Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Tryfan's North Ridge and Crib Goch Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Tryfan's North Ridge and Crib Goch Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 28, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... •
28 Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Tryfan's North Ridge and Crib Goch Snowdonia - two classic Welsh mountain routes Tryfan's North Ridge and Crib Goch Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 28, 2023 - 11:59 pm More details... •	29	30	31