Tag: Mountaineering

  • Brecon Beacons

    Brecon Beacons

    Last weekend I went to the Black Mountains in the Brecon Beacons with five friends. We were practising for our expedition to Norway which starts in 3 days time.  We also did some filming whilst walking and camping.

  • Quick trip to the Lakes

    Quick trip to the Lakes

    On the Saturday 30th I drove up to Wasdale in the Lake District for a quick trip. I had an interview on the Sunday morning for a place on a fast track outdoor leadership course. Afterwards I went for a walk up Scafell Pike.

  • Norway: Summer 2014

    Norway: Summer 2014

    In May 2014 the Nottingham University mountaineering club received an email from John, an alumnus member, setting us a very interesting challenge based on a “unique and slightly odd opportunity”.

  • Annual Dinner

    Annual Dinner

    Two weeks ago was the University of Nottingham Climbing Club annual dinner, this year in North Wales and as always it was a great event.

  • Joining the MCofS

    Joining the MCofS

    Last week I joined MCofS (Mountaineering Council of Scotland) as a member. This is something I would recommend as it helps support their work and provides excellent benefits including a nice gift free for new members.

  • Wild Lakes District weekend

    Wild Lakes District weekend

    Despite the mixed forecast this weekend I went to the Lake District with five friends, we camped on the Friday night, walked on the Saturday before camping and then walk back on the Sunday.