This blog is pretty much self-titled, so read on if you’re looking to expand your playground and take your first steps out into the UK mountains during winter. Firstly, you might be thinking what makes me such an expert? I’m … Continued
If you’ve ever considered your first “Do It Yourself” ice climbing trip to the ice climbing Mecca of Rjukan in Norway, carry on reading: – This blog aims to give some useful background information and get you heading in the … Continued
Pembs here we come.. It is the 2nd week in October and typically for North Wales it has been raining on a fairly consistent basis for a few weeks. Having climbed in the Alps earlier this summer and then returning … Continued
It is our third summer adventure in the Mont Blanc massif for Dave C and myself. We now have a good understanding of the cable car & ski lifts in the area and how they significantly improve access into the … Continued
Snakes and Ladders – A climber’s tale (July 2016) The original plan this weekend was to continue working our way through the 100 classic climbs of North Wales; however, Mother Nature had other plans for us. As the rain … Continued
Marrakech, Imlil and beyond We set aside one night to experience the hustle & bustle of Jema el-Fnaa, the main square and souk marketplace in Marrakesh‘s medina quarter (old city). The place transforms at dusk, people come out for an early evening promenade … Continued
North Wales rock and snow The idea to climb Mont Blanc came about after Dave and I met up one evening in Ye Old Murrenger House in my home town of Newport. Having lost touch and not climbed together in … Continued
