Training Weekends

Our training weekends are based in the Lake District and are designed to give you the opportunity to test your fitness level and skills prior to your pending holiday. During the weekend you will travel over varied terrain and learn specific skills necessary for your trip such as glacial travel techniques, use of trekking poles, setting a good pace, keeping together and moving over rough ground. These get togethers provide a good opportunity for us to gauge your preparation and answer any questions so you will be fully prepared for the trip ahead. The weekend consists of a full day excusion in the mountains as follows:

On Saturday you will walk 6-8 hours or more on varied terrain ascending one or more major peaks allowing our Instructor to test your fitness/skills with regard to your pending holiday.

On Sunday you can do some sightseeing around Keswick or go on a short walk before your pre-arranged transfer to Penrith Station which we can organise to fit in with your plans..

For the weekend you will require the usual outdoor clothing dependent on season which will include the following basic items plus changeover gear in case of adverse weather:

• Walking boots
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Walking pants
• Base layer tops
• Fleece or alternative mid-layer
• Warm hat and gloves
• 25-30 litre day sack

What's included

• Mountaineering Instructor
• 2 Nights Bed and Breakfast
• All local road transport
• Return transfer from Penrith Rail Station to Keswick
• Full day mountain excursion including packed lunch
• Discount outdoor clothing voucher for Cotswold Outdoor and Montane

What's not included

• Rail fare
• Personal expenses, drinks, etc

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