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What does the trip involve?
We plan with you and your group a tailor-made trip into the outdoors in the UK to be guided and instructed in activities.
Through our expertise and flexibility we aim to maximize your enjoyment in return for minimum time off work.
The trip can be as relaxed or as adventurous as you want.
Am I fit enough?Yes. We will tailor a trip to the level of fitness of you and your group. We will discuss this, along with any previous experience, at the planning stage. And, see our booking form where we raise these points.
What kit will I need and can you rent?To minimize time on organization and maximize activity time, our prime aim is that where possible you will arrive at your destination with your kit and be ready to go. At the planning stage we will discuss kit with you and in particular supply a list. We will arrange equipment, including rental equipment, if and when appropriate.
Where will we stay?Excellent accommodation can be key to any trip especially when relaxing with friends. We use handpicked accommodation, anything from the best B&Bs through to luxury hotels and large private houses with full catering.
Which airport or rail station do we go too?It is for you to decide as we are flexible. We want to get you close to your destination and meet you there. Guests often arrive late, leaving after a day at work. For the Peak District pick up usually at the rail stations at Chesterfield or Macclesfield; for North Wales at Llandudno; for the Lakes at the rail stations at Preston, Oxenholme or Carlisle and for Scotland at the airports at Glasgow or Inverness. We have excellent experience of using the sleeper trains to Scotland to maximize time away.
Who will meet us?We will meet you in our transport. We will take you to your accommodation, stopping en route to eat if most convenient for you.
Can you cater for vegetarians?Yes. All of our handpicked accommodation and any restaurants we recommend have vegetarian options.
Do I need insurance?Yes. And this is your responsibility—see our booking form. Before taking out extra insurance do check your existing cover especially through work and/or your bank depending on the type of account you hold. Many policies will cover what you are doing. If not, try the BMC on www.thebmc.co.uk
Who else is on the trip and will I or they be a hindrance?The trip will be specifically planned and tailored for you and your group so that before you go each person will know what is involved. Using our experience, it is our role to ensure that you and everyone in your group have an enjoyable time. We expect the vast majority of guests to repeat trips with us.
What time will the trip finish in order to catch my flight/train home?Plenty of time will be allowed at the end of the trip. It will often be appropriate to give enough time also to enable you to shower and get changed if, to maximize time, you are travelling at end of a day’s activity. We will arrange this so far as we are able. We even make sure you have plastic bags(an item often forgotten!) to transport dirty boots or gear.
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Island Hopping, 3/6th May 2011
Alan spent three days sea touring with a group of sea kayaking friends and his wife Sue. Visited south of Oban and two nights were spent camping on the Garvellach IslandsPaddling on Mull. 24/27th May
A trip by Alan Kimber and his wife Sue to the Ross of Mull and Iona. Travel to this spot involves a short ferry trip from Oban. Oban is two hours from Glasgow Airport.Supporting Charities. June 2011
Many companies support charities as part of their corporate portfolio. Breathe can help with objectives and planning, including transport and safety provision.Hut to Hut in Switzerland. 1-4 Auguust
A 4 day hiking trip by Keith+Alison in the Goshenen area. Easy flight form London City Airport+1.5 hours drive. Staying in comfortable Swiss mountain huts.The Gross Glockner round. September 2011
Keith, Joe and Richard spent 8 days hiking round the GG in the Hohe Tauern National Park. A World Heritage site with abundant wildlife.4 Days in the Highlands September 2011
A great short break: fly to Scotland Friday morning; wild camp to walk a very remote munro; return on Monday evening fighting fit! Paddling for four days on Angelsey in October 2011
Take the train direct to Bangor, 3hours 15mins from Euston. and try out sea kayaking for a couple of days. Photos:Roger Chandler.Leadership in the Peak District-October 2011
Easy access to the Peak District by train for this fun team. Keith with LB Camden teaching leadership, navigation and other skills over 5 days.Waiting for the snow and winter....Dec 2011
Last 2 days on the South Downs Way. Train to Falmer nr Brighton. 13 miles to Alfiston; and 11 miles over the Seven Sisters to Eastbourne to return train. A classic circuit of Malham-January 2012
The Yorkshire Dales are beautiful especially on quiet days in the winter. From Malham, climbing through the waterfall at Goredale Scar, past the Tarn and back to the Cove. A Winter Break in the Peak District--Feb 2012
Walking in the winter is invigorating and easily accessible. But, choose routes carefully sometimes. After freezing rain the higher routes can be treacherous.Winter in Scotland March 2012
A long weekend. Hill walking in Dalmalley on day 1; climbing in Glen Coe on day 2; and all alone in fresh snow on a route Aonach Mor on day 3. Day 4=tired.Paddling in South Devon---March 2012
Excellent weekend on the water; superb weather. Train works London to Totnes. Coaching by Kevin Brown; and photos by Jennie Hale see http://www.jenniehale.co.uk/Dales Way, 3 Days---March 2012
Ilkley to Dent 3 days, 50 miles and gentle. Very accessible with train to Ilkley from London (ch Leeds) and back from Dent. Care needed with accommodation in parts. UCL escape from London!---March 2012
Weather superb and the best team who have ever stayed---from site owner in Grindlow. 5 day trip high around Dark Peak with 19 students from UCL, supporting LB Camden. Lake District walking and climbing. April 2012
Keith, Alan and Spike spent three enjoyable days in the Lake District, checking out driving times and routes for a Three Peaks Challenge and tackling some rock climbs.In the Highlands--May 2012
Harry and Keith walking a few more Munros. 7 and 5 respectively to go. It was supposed to be summer, not winter! Snow down to 300m at Cluanie Inn. A great week!Peak District climbing--May 2012
2 days climbing in superb weather and surroundings in the Peak District. Leave London 9am, climb by noon on Birchen. Froggatt following day; in London for dinner!Scrambling on Kinder---June 2012
Scrambling up Blackden Brook is fun and quiet even at half term. East side of Kinder plateau in the Peak District, then walking the Northern edges with weird rock formations.UCL expedition to Arran---June 2012
UCL DoE gold assessed expedition to Arran with Camden. 3 teams on 4 days tough walking and wild camping on the island. A great challenge...all participants successful!!Richard 3 Peaks--30 June/1 July 2012
Richard Thomas and his team successfully completed their challenge of climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 23 hours and 10 mins. The weather was not kind!!Short break in Torridon---July 2012
Inverness Airport is only a 1.5 hour drive from Torridon and makes the superb mountains here easily accessible. Stay at Tigh An Eilean in picturesque Shieldaig. 5 Days in N Yorkshire--July 2012
Kings Cross to Horton in Ribblesdale 4 hours by train with 21 young adults from Camden DoE Open Award Centre. HiR is a great walking base using the Settle-Carlisle rail line.Climbing+walking N Devon---July 2012
Summer arrived at last on a few days in North Devon! Plenty of activities. Staying at Putsborough Beach. Climbing on Baggy Point and walking the South West Coastal path. Paddling on Skye---August 2012
Stunning! We hit superb weather in 4 days paddling around parts of Skye with local guides. We based ourselves in Elgol with stunning views of the Cuillins and the islands.Paddling in Turkey---August 2012
2 day trip around Kekova Island on the Lycian Coast. Exploring the antiquities of the sunken city. Plenty of time to swim in a spectacular area. Great to kayak in hot weather!Assynt trip---September 2012
Hill walking in Assynt and Sutherland north west Scotland. Ancient and magnificent hills in a sparsely populated area. 4 days with team. And...NO RAIN!!Paddling on Anglesey--September 2012
4 days sea kayaking on Anglesey. \"The worst September storm in 30 years\"! Yet, we were on the water for excellent trips each day. Photos Roger Chandler/Barry. Finishing the Dales Way---October 2012
Walking 32 miles Dent to Bowness, we did not see another walker! Easy access:train London to Cowgill and back from Windemere.White Peaks 4 dayer---October 2012
Easy access by rail to Matlock and 4 day expedition with L B Camden. Autumn colours superb and the weather was kind. Nepal, 18 days trekking---November 2012
Keith returns to Nepal. 18 days trekking around the Manaslu circuit (over Larkya La), then to north of Annapurna (over Thorong La) into Lower Mustang.Lakes Winter Walking---February 2013
A 4 day trip walking from Grasmere through Langdale, Wasdale and Buttermere into Keswick. On day 2 the weather turned against us big time!
Winter climbing in Scotland--March 2013
A short break in excellent climbing conditions around Fort William. Our best trip there yet...with a guide a great next step for confident hill walkers.The Ridgeway---March 2013
With N Yorks buried in snow, starting The Ridgeway was a good accessible way to get out walking from London. A surprisingly remote feel.Winter in the Alps---April 2013
Fun to snowshoe and ski tour with guides. Half days dramatically change the scenery and get one into the real mountains. Part of a ski break in Val D\'Isere. Paddling from Oban---April 2013
A 5 day trip paddling South of Oban with Kevin Brown through the islands to Ardfern. Paddling and camping in simply stunning scenery.