Peak Mountaineering

Peak Mountaineering Peak Mountaineering was formed by Paul Lewis to provide high quality mountain activities and training

Peak Mountaineering offers a full range of year round mountain activities including climbing, scrambling and hillwalking as well as mountain biking and kayaking. Each year we also run a number of expedition to tackle exciting mountaineering objectives around the world. Our activities are suitable for all experience levels and we work with all group sizes from individuals to corporate and school gr

oups. We also run NGB qualification courses and are providers of ITC first aid courses. We are based in the heart of the Peak District National Park and only 90 minutes from North Wales and the Lake District. We have thousands of world-class climbs and incredible walking and mountain biking terrain on our doorstep and, because we've lived here all our lives, we can help you get the most from your time with us. As full members of the Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI) we are committed to providing the very highest standards of guided climbing and skills instruction in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

It's great to be back in the Alps and exploring some lesser known (to me) areas with serial 4000 metre peak bagger Dave....
02/09/2024

It's great to be back in the Alps and exploring some lesser known (to me) areas with serial 4000 metre peak bagger Dave. We had a great few days exploring the recently opened multi-pitch crags above the Crete Seche hut in the Aosta Valley and are just back from a fun adventure on the Dent d'Herens (4174 metres).

This is a great peak in a stunning position on the Italy/Swiss border and the summit offers a truly stunning view including a great up close perspective on its near neighbour the Matterhorn. It's also an Alpine ascent with all the components of an engrossing adventure.

It starts with an 8km bike ride to the footpath access point and a walk up a tranquil valley to the beautifully situated Aosta refuge (which also has the friendliest guardian - thanks for the hospitality Diego!). Then, it's a long glacier approach, a quick ascent up a hideously loose but chain equipped 70 metre chimney (which cost me a retired helmet and sore shoulder from rockfall). Once on the Tiefmatten (West) Ridge it's a 400 metre scramble followed by steep snow slopes, more scrambling and a short horizontal ridge section to the summit.

After summit celebrations it is then back the same way. 4000er number 68 (of 82) for Dave and a great summit to share. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Patagonia Mammut

Back from Chamonix finger cracks to Peak District National Park gritstone offwidths. Quite a humbling transition, but i...
12/07/2024

Back from Chamonix finger cracks to Peak District National Park gritstone offwidths. Quite a humbling transition, but it’s great to be back in the shire. The Outdoor City Visit Peak District & Derbyshire Association of Mountaineering Instructors Peak District, National Trust Peak District National Park Foundation Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut Rab Black Diamond

For the last few days we headed to do some of the long rock routes at Envers des Aiguilles. What an incredible place. ...
10/07/2024

For the last few days we headed to do some of the long rock routes at Envers des Aiguilles. What an incredible place. Endless 3 star granite classics in a stunning valley overlooking the Mer de Glace and Glacier de Leschaux. The bivvy spot was pretty good too! Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Patagonia Mammut Rab

Another of the many things Chamonix does so well - perfect cracklines on pristine granite. Back on the South Face of th...
05/07/2024

Another of the many things Chamonix does so well - perfect cracklines on pristine granite. Back on the South Face of the Midi for another lap today. Patagonia Osprey Europe Patagonia europeOsprey Packs Mammut Association of Mountaineering Instructors

The thrill of the chase is often part of the adventure. We took a chance that stormy weather would clear and, despite a...
03/07/2024

The thrill of the chase is often part of the adventure. We took a chance that stormy weather would clear and, despite an Alpine start in thick clouds, we were soon rewarded with a perfect day. Lots of snow also made for a lovely mixed traverse on Aiguille du Chardonnet. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut Patagonia Patagonia europe

Great to get up high again, but some stormy weather incoming so will need to be creative over the next couple of days. ...
29/06/2024

Great to get up high again, but some stormy weather incoming so will need to be creative over the next couple of days. Alpine life! Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Association of Mountaineering Instructors

To alleviate parking problems at Stanage Edge Popular End (Hook's Carr), plans are underway for the construction of a l...
01/04/2024

To alleviate parking problems at Stanage Edge Popular End (Hook's Carr), plans are underway for the construction of a large car park and retail area. It will accommodate up to 1000 vehicles and also house a large climbing shop, cafe, physio and massage treatment rooms and an indoor bouldering wall (for those days when outdoor climbing just seems too much like hard work).

To avoid the tedious walk up the hillside, there will also be an escalator to ferry climbers directly from the parking to the base of the crag. A daily permit, which will include a complimentary chalk ball, is expected to cost £45 per person. A Peak District spokesperson explained that this is seen as a trial project and, if successful, similar car parks will be built at many other popular sites. We'll update with more information as it becomes available.

After five winter weeks in Scotland and a fortnight's ice climbing in Norway, today's first taste of Spring Peak Distric...
24/03/2024

After five winter weeks in Scotland and a fortnight's ice climbing in Norway, today's first taste of Spring Peak District National Park gritstone climbing felt really special and a sunny day cruising some Froggatt Edge classics was just the ticket.

Amongst others, another lap on the superb Chequers Buttress never disappoints and great to revisit the superb Valkyrie (amazing to think this had its first ascent by Joe Brown and Wilf White in 1949!). Bring it on for a Peak District climbing summer. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut The Outdoor City Business Sheffield Visit Peak District & Derbyshire Peak District, National Trust Peak Park Conservation Volunteers (PPCV)

The Lillehammer area has endless ice climbing options. As you drive along the main E6 road your eyes keep getting drawn...
18/03/2024

The Lillehammer area has endless ice climbing options. As you drive along the main E6 road your eyes keep getting drawn to the lines that tumble down the steep valley walls. We took a trip further north to enjoy the classic Bjorndalsbekken (Otta) and it was well worth the effort. This lovely WI4 offers four varied and sustained pitches in a stunning position. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs

As thoughts might be turning towards summer rock climbing adventures, maybe it is time for a dedicated cragging pack? ...
18/03/2024

As thoughts might be turning towards summer rock climbing adventures, maybe it is time for a dedicated cragging pack? if so, our review of the Osprey Packs Zealot 45 explores a superb option with lots of dedicated crag specific features. Please do have a read via the link below. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Spring PR

https://www.peakmountaineering.com/osprey-zealot-45-pack-review/

Another awesome Norway ice climbing adventure. Super cold temps, a long snow shoe in to Godis (Sorstulen, Ringebu), fou...
13/03/2024

Another awesome Norway ice climbing adventure. Super cold temps, a long snow shoe in to Godis (Sorstulen, Ringebu), four pitches of perfect ice, abseil descent, seemingly even longer snow shoe out and beer and a pasta mountain to celebrate. Oh, and we didn't see another person all day. It doesn't get better. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut

Travel to many adventure destinations and you'll most likely be trying to spot your duffel bag amongst the sea of others...
12/03/2024

Travel to many adventure destinations and you'll most likely be trying to spot your duffel bag amongst the sea of others cruising around the airport carousel. Assuming it was there to collect (!), you'll now be likely to be living out of this bag for the duration of the trip. We have done the same many times and thought we'd share a few hard won lessons that help us stay organised on expeditions. We hope there are some useful ideas here for you too. Please do check out our duffel bag organisation article via the link below. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Patagonia

They certainly do grow them big in Norway. It was great to have the classic Bølis (Ringebu) to ourselves today. Associ...
10/03/2024

They certainly do grow them big in Norway. It was great to have the classic Bølis (Ringebu) to ourselves today. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut

The Petzl Bindi is the perfect emergency back up light, that stick in your pocket to get you off that climb in the dark ...
08/03/2024

The Petzl Bindi is the perfect emergency back up light, that stick in your pocket to get you off that climb in the dark torch or even an ultralight torch for gram counters. One of these lives in our pack all year round and we are very happy to sing its praise to anyone that will listen. Infact, it was been given our Peak Mountaineering Top Gear status some time ago and all the reasons for choosing little powerhouse are explained via the link below. Please do have a read. Association of Mountaineering Instructors

https://www.peakmountaineering.com/petzl-bindi-headtorch/

It was great to finish on a high (pressure). Our final Scottish winter skills group enjoyed some perfect Cairngorms wea...
08/03/2024

It was great to finish on a high (pressure). Our final Scottish winter skills group enjoyed some perfect Cairngorms weather to end our season. We’ve had a brilliant time in both the east and west highlands and enjoyed a well balanced selection of climbing, mountaineering and skills courses and private guiding. If you want to know what all the fuss is about we’ll have the dates for 2025 on the website in the next couple of weeks. A huge thanks to everyone that joined us this time around. Association of Mountaineering Instructors Patagonia Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut

March 1st is the first day of meteorological Spring and Creag Meagaidh really couldn't have put on a better Spring show ...
01/03/2024

March 1st is the first day of meteorological Spring and Creag Meagaidh really couldn't have put on a better Spring show today..... Association of Mountaineering Instructors Osprey Europe Osprey Packs Mammut Patagonia

As you leave the Cairngorm Ski Area parking there are small signs about something called The Snow White Project. If you...
01/03/2024

As you leave the Cairngorm Ski Area parking there are small signs about something called The Snow White Project. If you were wondering what that's all about, our short advice article linked below explains all...... Association of Mountaineering Instructors

https://www.peakmountaineering.com/cairngorm-snow-white-project/

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