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Address: Achnasheen, GB
Telephone: +447814822393
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22/11/2024

❄Liathach, for the last time this week, before a change in the weather tomorrow. Today, Ollie guided a client up a new route near Toll a’Meitheach, it was around grade III 4.

Plan A had been to climb on Pyramid Buttress but the chest deep snow made the walk-in too arduous. So instead, they explored a new route lower down, which provided a great alternative. Definitely huge amounts of snow for November on Liathach today.

22/11/2024

❄Ollie was out guiding on Liathach yesterday. 🏔
His plan was to head up The South Ridge of Mullach an Rathain, as this client has already successfully completed the classic Liathach Traverse. Large volumes of snow made conditions underfoot extremely arduous and slow going. The weather was equally challenging, with increasing risks from the lightning. So the mutual decision was made to head down earlier than planned. It still made for a fantastic adventure on one of the UK's most glorious mountains.

20/11/2024

❄️Ollie was out guiding a Classic Liathach Traverse yesterday. This is considered by many mountaineers as one of the greatest mountains in Scotland. The weather was very reasonable throughout the day. The conditions underfoot were challenging. Large amounts of fresh snow have fallen on already frozen terrain, making crampons and ice axe essential.

🏔️A Liathach Traverse is exactly the type of mountaineering adventure that our clients on our Intro to Winter Mountaineering courses would like to be able achieve independently. We have courses running throughout the winter, or can arrange bespoke dates for small private groups:

📆2025 Open Course Dates
13 Jan 2025 to 17 Jan 2025 Spaces
18 Jan 2025 to 19 Jan 2025 Full
20 Jan 2025 to 24 Jan 2025 Spaces
8 Feb 2025 to 9 Feb 2025 Full
10 Feb 2025 to 14 Feb 2025 Full
17 Feb 2025 to 21 Feb 2025 Spaces
3 Mar 2025 to 7 Mar 2025 Spaces
8 Mar 2025 to 9 Mar 2025 Spaces
10 Mar 2025 to 14 Mar 2025 Spaces

🔗For more information visit: https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/category/winter/

15/11/2024

08/11/2024

Our Autumn 2024 Newsletter has just gone out to everyone’s inbox. It contains all our latest news regarding the mountains and crags we have been exploring. As well as announcements on new instructional courses and qualifications. Not forgetting the details of the current offers and discounts we have running.

If you have not received the newsletter and would like to, just sign up here: https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/newsletter/

11/10/2024

What a fantastic day on An Teallach yesterday (October 10th 2024). Plenty of early snow has transformed the landscape from when we were up there last week!

19/07/2024

Our July Torridon Munros Course is now complete. Well done to Rob, Dorothy and David for all their efforts throughout the week.

We started the course with Beinn Alligin on Monday (photos for that day were posted Monday evening). Tuesday saw Ollie guiding the team on An Teallach in some misty, atmospheric but generally dry weather. A further sense of the remoteness of this area was demonstrated by absolutely no other walkers being spotted out on the mountain that day.

Wednesday was a scheduled and well deserved rest day. On Thursday, 2 members of the team were not feeling 100% and sensibly took an extra day off. So Ollie was out with just Rob to tackle Beinn Eighe. The weather was well matched to the forecast and, as expected, they both got really quite wet.

Friday was the final day of the course and the full team were back together once more for a fantastic experience on Liathach. The weather was much improved; dry all day. The team were also treated to a great view of an eagle as it flew overhead. A great end to a really brilliant week!

All spaces are now full for our 2024 Torridon Munros Courses. Our 2025 dates are now available on our website for anyone interested in joining us out on these excellent mountains next year.

15/07/2024

Ollie was out today guiding day one of our Torridon Munros course. The team began the course with Beinn Alligin and David, Rob and Dorothy were treated to some fantastic weather. Starting the day off by heading through the cloud to enjoy an excellent cloud inversion for the summits. As the day progressed the cloud cleared completely to glorious sunshine. It was quite a busy day in the hills by Torridon standards. A good handful of other walkers were also making the most of the fine weather conditions. The team also spotted some fantastic wildlife, including an eagle and a ring ouzel.

11/07/2024

Ollie was out again today on the final day of our 4 day Advanced Scrambling course. This time the team went to a lesser known scramble in the area; Academy Ridge and Raeburn’s Buttress on Sgorr Ruadh - Grade 3.

Joining these two routes together provides a full day out with great contrast. Academy Ridge is a slabby, delicate climb on solid rock with excellent friction. Raeburn’s Buttress is steeper, with areas of moderately loose rock. Sam took the lead today, putting together everything he has learnt and practised over the 2 scrambling courses. Martyn enjoyed being on the technical ground learning movement skills, lead belaying, managing the loose and steep rock. Both did fantastically and showed brilliant progress over the course

Once again the weather was dry today. That gives us 4/4 dry days for this course, fingers crossed it holds for the rest of the summer!

As in previous days, the team didn’t spot many other people out in the hills. Today it was just one lone mountain biker in the distance. The wildlife was more abundant, including a couple of dozen deer and a mountain hare.

For more information on our Advanced Scrambling Courses you can head to: https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/courses/advanced-scrambling/

09/07/2024

Ollie was out again today on day two of our Advanced Scrambling course with Sam and Martyn. They made the most of the beautiful and sunny weather by completing one of the best climbs in Scotland, East Buttress on Beinn Eighe. This route is 210 metres of climbing and scrambling at around grade 3 and Diff providing an unforgettable experience. There were no other climbers out in the area, so they not only had the route to themselves, but the entire coire!

The focus for the day was on steep ground movement, anchors, managing loose rock, building belays and ropework. All whilst enjoying this world class climb.

08/07/2024

Ollie was out today instructing day one of our four day advanced scrambling course. He welcomed back Sam, a returning customer who has completed one scrambling course with us already. They were also joined by Martyn, who is a new customer to Climb Torridon. Martyn is looking to become a more independent scrambler, having already enjoyed guided scrambling in the past.

Day one took place on Stuc Coire an Laoigh on Beinn Eighe, in some stunning weather. A range of scrambling skills were covered including movement skills, ropework, emergency ropework, abseiling and spotting.

There were only a handful of people out on Beinn Eighe today, including a team from The Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve clearing the drainage channels on the paths.

A great start to the course and the weather looks like it may well continue for tomorrow!

05/07/2024

Brilliantly atmospheric weather on An Teallach today. Ollie was out guiding one of our repeat customers, Emma, who was joined by her friend Lizzie. It was a fantastic day, with better weather than forecast, so everyone managed to stay dry. The team spotted one other person out all day, highlighting the remote nature of this wonderful mountain.

04/07/2024

⛰️LIATHACH FACTS⛰️

⛰️How do you pronounce it?
🟩Phonetically it is pronounced “Lee-a-gac”.

⛰️What does it mean?
🟩Liathach means The Grey One.

⛰️Where is Liathach Located?
🟩In the heart of The Torridon Mountains, in the North West Highlands of Scotland. The nearest villages are Torridon (approx 3 miles) and Kinlochewe (approx 8 miles).

⛰️Can I get to Liathach on public transport?
🟩The nearest airport is Inverness (60 miles away). The nearest train station is Achnasheen (20 miles away). There is a train between Inverness and Achnasheen and then there is a bus from Achnasheen to Kinlochewe. From Kinlochewe there is no public transport, however, there is a local taxi service.

⛰️How long does The Classic Liathach Traverse take to complete?
🟩Usually between 7-9 hours.

⛰️How many Munros are on Liathach?
🟩2; Spidean a’ Choire Leith and Mullach an Rathain.

⛰️How many Munro Tops?
🟩4; Stuc a’Choire Dhuibh Bhig, Stob a’Choire Liath Mhor, Am Fasarinen and Meall Dearg.

⛰️How high?
🟩The highest point is the summit of Spidean a’ Choire Leith at 1055m.

⛰️How far?
🟩According to our mapping app, Outdoor Active, the total distance of our guided Classic Liathach Traverse route is 8.2km.

⛰️Total ascent?
🟩According to our mapping app, Outdoor Active, the total amount of height gain on our guided Classic Liathach Traverse is 1238 metres.

⛰️Do you need a rope for Liathach?
🟩Many people who complete the classic traverse, whether guided or independent, will use a rope for safety purposes. Although, a minority of mountaineers who undertake the scramble independently may choose not to use a rope.

⛰️What grade is it?
🟩Liathach is a grade two scramble.

⛰️How difficult is Liathach?
🟩There is no simple answer to this question. However, to give you a general idea, Liathach would be considered one of the most challenging mountains in Scotland.

⛰️Is there a bypass path around the scrambling section on Liathach?
🟩Yes, there is a bypass path. However, it is worth being aware that the bypass path is exposed, slippery and eroded.

For more detailed answers, visit our Liathach Facts at: 🔗https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/courses/liathach/

If you have any other questions about Liathach, just ask in the comments.

26/06/2024

⛰️ THE TORRIDON MUNROS ⛰️

Our 5 day courses offer some of the best mountaineering in the UK.
✔️ Liathach
✔️ An Teallach
✔️ Beinn Eighe
✔️ Beinn Alligin

⭐ Highlights Include: ⭐
🟩 Tackle the scrambles on Beinn Alligin, Liathach and An Teallach
🟩 Expert, local guide
🟩 All technical equipment including harness and helmet
🟩 Comprehensive joining instructions
🟩 Full kit list

ONLY ONE SPACE LEFT ON OUR 2024 COURSE DATES
📅 15th – 19th July 2024 – One Space Remaining

🌄 2025 Dates Coming Soon

📔 For an information pack comment “TORRIDON MUNROS”.

🔗 https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/courses/torridon-munros/

17/06/2024

☀️Our summer season is in full swing, but it is never too early to start getting excited for winter! ❄️

🏔️Read our guide to Climb Torridon’s Winter Courses to pick the perfect course for you 🏔️

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COURSE GUIDE
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WINTER MOUNTAIN SKILLS COURSES

✔️What’s Covered: Using Ice Axe and Crampons, Winter Navigation, Avalanche Awareness, Route Choice, Winter Kit, The Winter Environment.

🙋Who For: Anyone wishing to go walking up the mountains in winter! No experience is needed, for those with experience we can build on your current knowledge.

📆Number of Days: 3 Day Courses

📧More Information: For more information comment with WINTER MOUNTAIN SKILLS and we will message you an information pack.

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INTRO TO WINTER MOUNTAINEERING COURSES

✔️What’s Covered: Using Crampons and Ice Axes, Navigation, Avalanche Awareness, Movement on Steep Terrain, Using Harnesses, Tying Knots, Belaying, Placing Gear, Building Rock and Snow Anchors.

🙋Who For: People who are already confident walking in the mountains in winter and who are looking to begin progressing in to more challenging terrain. Those keen to learn ropework skills and techniques to keep themselves safe on steeper or more exposed mountainous areas.

📆Number of Days: 3 Day Courses

📧More Information: For more information comment with WINTER MOUNTAINEERING and we will message you an information pack.

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INTRO TO WINTER CLIMBING COURSES

✔️What’s Covered: Belaying, Rock, Snow and Ice Anchors, Building Belays, Placing Gear, Choosing Routes, Advanced Crampon and Ice Axe Techniques, Abseiling and Backing off.

🙋Who For: Summer rock climbers or people with a good amount of winter mountaineering experience.

📆Number of Days: 3 and 5 Day Courses

📧More Information: For more information comment with WINTER CLIMBING and we will message you an information pack.

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WINTER CLIMBING CLASSICS

✔️What’s Covered: 5 days of guiding on some of the best winter climbing routes in Scotland.

🙋Who For: Competent summer rock climbers who have winter mountaineering experience. These courses are less focused on instruction/learning and more focused on simply getting out and enjoying some absolutely incredible routes.

📆Number of Days: 5 Day Courses

📧More Information: For more information comment with WINTER CLASSICS and we will message you an information pack.

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BESPOKE WINTER INSTRUCTION AND GUIDING COURSES

✔️What’s Covered: Anything winter mountain related that you wish to learn or experience.

🙋Who For: Everyone

📆Number of Days: Up to you!

📧More Information: For more information message us with your winter goals and we will do our best to help.

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🏔️❄️The mountain weather forecast for the North West Highland’s next week contains lots of snow! Great news for those eager to get out in the mountains this winter. ❄️🏔️ We have guides and instructors available for next week and beyond. Whether you are a complete novice to snow or you are an experienced winter climber, we can provide your perfect adventure. Find out more at: www.climbtorridon.co.uk #WinterIsComing #WinterClimbing #WinterMountains #WinterInScotland #Snow #SnowyMountains #IceClimbing #WinterWalking #WinterMountainSkills #LiathachWinter #AnTeallachWinter #WinterMunros

⛰️LIATHACH FACTS⛰️ ⛰️How do you pronounce it? 🟩Phonetically it is pronounced “Lee-a-gac”. ⛰️What does it mean? 🟩Liathach means The Grey One. ⛰️Where is Liathach Located? 🟩In the heart of The Torridon Mountains, in the North West Highlands of Scotland. The nearest villages are Torridon (approx 3 miles) and Kinlochewe (approx 8 miles). ⛰️Can I get to Liathach on public transport? 🟩The nearest airport is Inverness (60 miles away). The nearest train station is Achnasheen (20 miles away). There is a train between Inverness and Achnasheen and then there is a bus from Achnasheen to Kinlochewe. From Kinlochewe there is no public transport, however, there is a local taxi service. ⛰️How long does The Classic Liathach Traverse take to complete? 🟩Usually between 7-9 hours. ⛰️How many Munros are on Liathach? 🟩2; Spidean a’ Choire Leith and Mullach an Rathain. ⛰️How many Munro Tops? 🟩4; Stuc a’Choire Dhuibh Bhig, Stob a’Choire Liath Mhor, Am Fasarinen and Meall Dearg. ⛰️How high? 🟩The highest point is the summit of Spidean a’ Choire Leith at 1055m. ⛰️How far? 🟩According to our mapping app, Outdoor Active, the total distance of our guided Classic Liathach Traverse route is 8.2km. ⛰️Total ascent? 🟩According to our mapping app, Outdoor Active, the total amount of height gain on our guided Classic Liathach Traverse is 1238 metres. ⛰️Do you need a rope for Liathach? 🟩Many people who complete the classic traverse, whether guided or independent, will use a rope for safety purposes. Although, a minority of mountaineers who undertake the scramble independently may choose not to use a rope. ⛰️What grade is it? 🟩Liathach is a grade two scramble. ⛰️How difficult is Liathach? 🟩There is no simple answer to this question. However, to give you a general idea, Liathach would be considered one of the most challenging mountains in Scotland. ⛰️Is there a bypass path a

⛰️ THE TORRIDON MUNROS ⛰️ Our 5 day courses offer some of the best mountaineering in the UK. ✔️ Liathach ✔️ An Teallach ✔️ Beinn Eighe ✔️ Beinn Alligin ⭐ Highlights Include: ⭐ 🟩 Tackle the scrambles on Beinn Alligin, Liathach and An Teallach 🟩 Expert, local guide 🟩 All technical equipment including harness and helmet 🟩 Comprehensive joining instructions 🟩 Full kit list ONLY ONE SPACE LEFT ON OUR 2024 COURSE DATES 📅 15th – 19th July 2024 – One Space Remaining 🌄 2025 Dates Coming Soon 📔 For an information pack comment “TORRIDON MUNROS”. 🔗 https://www.climbtorridon.co.uk/courses/torridon-munros/