Beyond the 3 Peaks....

This is open to all, especially new people to the group.
We appreciate how daunting it can be as a new person to join an established group and we want to reduce that anxiety and make people feel as comfortable as possible.
The outline plan is:

• Car share where possible and meet in the Moon Inn on the Friday evening
• Saturday: Edale Edges taking in some iconic sights
• Saturday evening: Someone will make a delicious homecooked meal, which will cater to most dietary requirements. Chief Bottlewasher Steve will wash up assisted by others
• Sunday: a shorter walk followed by lunch back at the hut. Everybody joins in cleaning the bunkhouse and then we go home

One of the things that makes me proud of this group is the roughly 50:50 split between male and female participants. That's a regular feature. Just look at some of the past photos.

The weekend will be led by Phil who is a fully qualified and experienced Mountain Leader who runs the weekends/group to Outdoor Industry standards. Phil is also a qualified Outdoor First Aider. Phil is not paid a wage to do this and this is a 'not for profit' group. When we started this we wanted it to be as inclusive as possible and that means keeping costs as low as possible.

Hence why we stay in a bunkhouse and have shared meals. If you don't like the sound of staying in a bunkhouse you can stay in a B&B and join us for the walks and meals.

The cost for the weekend is £82.18 comprising a RSVP fee of £25 through Meet up (plus PayPal fee of £2.18) plus £55 one month before the event. This will cover:

• Shared accommodation in a bunkhouse so you need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow
• 2 breakfasts of porridge, berries and honey
• Two course evening meal
• Contribution to group costs such as Meetup fees, insurance, group box with tea, coffee and other stuff, equipment, recces, first aid training etc.

If you have any questions then please drop Phil a message and ask.

This is the Last Weekend of the Year and open to ALL and is where we recap the exploits of the year and catch up with old and new friends.

We'll be staying in the fabulous Tyn'Lon (Ceunant) hut which I've booked a year in advance!

This weekend is different as there will be an extravagant 'not Christmas' meal, usually of 3 courses.

Expect this to cost about £85 plus RSVP fee of £25 plus PayPal fee.

We'll meet at the Vaynal Arms in Nant Peris (next door to the hut) and get up early for a good walk on the Saturday. We'll need to be back in time for the cooks to do their stuff in the kitchen. If you aren't one of these then stay out of the kitchen!

Did I mention there's a pub next door?

Sunday: it will depend upon how people feel :-)

This is our first walk of the year and it is an annual tradition, albeit on the Sunday rather than Saturday. This one is on Saturday 4 January.

Open to all, everyone is welcome. Come and check us out on a New Year walk if you want! welcome.

The plan is to catch the train from Malvern Link at 0846 (!!!) to Ledbury and walk back from there. It will be a full day walk so bring food, drink and appropriate clothing. You'll also need a head torch or torch as it gets dark early.

You can park at Malvern Link for a small fee. It's also best to get a group ticket as it works out cheaper.

There is a good pub called The Weavers in Malvern which does a range of beers and other beverages.

We'll assess the weather nearer the day and adjust accordingly.

This trip is FULL. If you wish to be on the Reserve List for this trip, or be considered for future trips of this nature please let me know.

Overview
This is a more adventurous winter walking event suitable for those who have had significant previous experience of winter walking and the use of crampons and ice axe.

Objectives
The aim will be to push boundaries, learn new skills and tackle steeper ascents. In addition to the usual winter gear a harness will also be required. An aspect of this event will be considering and practicing for Alpine ascents.

What we do will be balanced against the skills and experience of the group as well as ground and weather conditions. The picture is from a previous training event based in the Highlands. We'll be based in Glencoe so plenty of options.

Cost
The cost is £400 with £100 paid as a deposit to secure your place. The remainder will need to be paid by 15 Nov. Please ask for payment details if you need them.

What is included
Included in the price is:

• Accommodation based upon a twin or bunk bed basis
• Basic breakfasts (porridge with berries),
• Sandwich stuff for lunch (add your own snacks and bars)
• and a hearty evening meal (which someone will cook)

Excluded is other fruit, crisps, biscuits, cake and alcohol!

Phil as Leader
Phil is booked onto a Winter Mountain Leader (WML) Assessment in March 2025. This means he has attended the mandatory 6 day WML Training course and met the pre-requisites for assessment.

Phil has been experiencing winter in Scotland for a decade and has been leading group events for more tan 5 years.

You will need

• Clothing appropriate for winter conditions, including multiple pairs of gloves, hats
• A warm, preferably synthetic, jacket you can fit over everything you will be wearing, including waterproofs
• A minimum of B1/2 boots and crampons (can be hired)
• Helmet (can be hired or possibly borrowed)
• Googles

Any questions please ask!
Phil

Overview
This is a winter walking event suitable for those who have had previous experience of winter walking and the use of crampons and ice axe.

There are only 3 places available.

Objectives
The aim will be to get out there, practice or learn new skills and tackle a few Munros.

What we do will be balanced against the skills and experience of the group as well as ground and weather conditions. The picture is from a previous training event based in the Highlands. We will be based in Glencoe but what we do on the day will depend upon the weather, ground conditions and the ability of the group.

Cost
The cost is £400 with £100 paid as a deposit to secure your place. The remainder will need to be paid by 15 Nov. Please ask for payment details if you need them.

What is included
Included in the price is:

• Accommodation based upon a twin or shared basis
• Basic breakfasts (porridge with berries),
• Sandwich stuff for lunch (add your own snacks and bars)
• and a hearty evening meal (which someone will cook)

Excluded is other fruit, crisps, biscuits, cake and alcohol!

Phil as Leader
Phil is booked onto a Winter Mountain Leader (WML) Assessment in March 2025. This means he has attended the mandatory 6 day WML Training course and met the pre-requisites for assessment.

Phil has been experiencing winter in Scotland for a decade and has been leading group events for more than 5 years.

You will need

• Clothing appropriate for winter conditions, including multiple pairs of gloves, hats
• A warm, preferably synthetic, jacket you can fit over everything you will be wearing, including waterproofs
• A minimum of B1/2 boots and crampons (can be hired)
• Helmet (can be hired or possibly borrowed)
• Googles

Any questions please ask!
Phil

This is the delayed 10 Year Anniversary Challenge of the Glacier Haute Route !

Dates
This will take place between Wednesday 3 July to Sun 13 July and will follow the original haute route through the Alps. We'll begin in L'Argentiere in France and cross the Alps to Zermatt in Switzerland taking in Pigne d'Arolla (3796m) and Tete Blanche (3710m).

Cost
This will cost about £1500 not including flights, travel, ski lifts, transfers, insurance, membership of the Austrian Alpine Club or drinks, lunches and some dinners. So, basically double it to £3k.

Requirements
You will need to be competent at walking in crampons and able to cope with a variety of rock, snow and ice terrains plus being part of a rope team.
You will need B1/B2/B3 boots, crampons, ice axe, helmet, harness, prussic loops and 2 carabiners plus clothing.
You will need to carry everything with you, there is no baggage transfer.
You will need to have completed previous events with me.

Itinerary
B'ham toChamonix via Geneva
Chamonix to Albert Premiere hut plus glacier skills
Albert Premiere hut to Champex via Le Breya
Champex to Cabane de Chanrion via Mauvoison Dam
Cabane de Chanrion to Cabane des Vignettes via Otemma glacier
Cabane des Vignettes to Arolla via Pique d'Arolla
Arolla to Cabane de Bertol
Cabane de Bertol to Cabane Schoenbiel via Tete Blanche
Cabane Schoenbiel to Zermatt
Return to UK, an extra day in Zermatt or transfer to the Alphubel 4206m trip

Briefing, training and Questions
Briefing will be provided when at least 3 other people sign up. Training can be done on weekends away and questions answered whenever asked!