Lake District Mountain Skills (2 Days)
The national standard for mountain craft. Transition from hill walker to confident navigator with a structured two-day course based in the heart of the fells.
- Accredited syllabus
- Meeting in Keswick
- 15% Gear Discount
- £155 Per Person
The national standard for mountain skills
Our 2-day accredited course meets in Keswick for Day 1. This central base provides immediate access to prime Lakeland terrain for practical navigation, allowing us to select the best fells to match the group’s needs and the day’s forecast.
By following the Mountain Training syllabus, you are guaranteed a moderated and accredited scheme designed for hill walkers who want to build total independence on technical ground.
Key Details
- ✓ Meeting: Keswick, Lake District
- ✓ Syllabus: Official Mountain Training
- ✓ Accreditation: MT Certificate Issued
- ✓ Perks: 15% Cotswold/Snow+Rock Discount
Typical Course Syllabus
This course delivers the nationally recognized 18-hour syllabus. It is a practical course focused on real-world decision-making on the fells.
Day 1: Foundations & Planning
Briefing in Keswick followed by map orientation and feature recognition. On the hill, we focus on:
- Map symbols, scale, and grid references
- Identifying Lakeland landforms (spurs, valleys, ridges)
- Measuring distance through pacing & timing
- Planning safe routes and weather awareness
Day 2: Navigation & Safety
Moving into relocation skills and technical ground movement. We cover:
- Compass work: setting map and taking bearings
- Micro-navigation and relocation in poor visibility
- Managing group movement on technical ground
- Safety equipment and emergency procedures
Need a different course length?
Our 1-day course is an ideal foundations primer, while our 4-day academy includes night navigation and wild camping.
Dates & Booking
All courses start at 09:00 on Saturday morning. Price includes expert instruction and all Mountain Training registration and certificate fees.
Logistics Reminder
- Meet Point: Keswick, Cumbria
- Times: 09:00 – 17:30 Daily
- Kit: Full hill clothing and boots required