Winter ascent of Scafell Pike

Have you ever hiked to the summit of the highest mountain in England? Have you climbed it in winter!? - Well that is exactly what we are doing on this trip!

To fully appreciate and enjoy a winter ascent, it is best to be properly prepared for the winter environment - with an early start, good crampon technique and the right equipment all helping to give a truly memorable mountain day.

This trip is suitable for anyone, regardless of winter hiking experience - A Full day of winter skills tuition will be provided prior to attempting the hike to the highest point in England

If you already have winter hiking experience, this day of tuition will be great to hone your skills and reacquaint yourself with the skills you've already learnt
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ITINERARY
Friday PM
Meet outside Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station and take a relaxing train journey north, to The Lake District. You will be met in The Lake District by your guide and transported the short distance to your accommodation for the weekend.

Saturday
A full introduction to what we will be doing, a safety briefing, a kit check, a hike to the snow/ice line for an introduction to the winter environment, an introduction/revision of ice axe/cramponing skills and the style of mountaineering required for a winter ascent.

Sunday
An early start, with the option of ascending using the track up the Eskdale Valley, direct from Wasdale Head, or along the Corridor Route. The specific route we take will depend on experience, ability and weather conditions.

After safely returning to the vehicles, you will be transported back to the railway station for your onward train journey back to Manchester.
(Return train journey is included in the cost of this trip)

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION!
Hotel (twin rooms) to ensure we are warm and comfortable in the evening.
Your minimum kit list should be:

• Base Layers
• Fleece
• Warm/Insulated Jacket
• Hiking Trousers
• Waterproof Jacket
• Waterproof Trousers/Salopettes
• Hat or Balaclava
• Warm Ski Type Gloves/Mittens (A spare pair is also recommended in case one gets wet)
• Warm Socks
• Sturdy Hiking Boots
• Ski Goggles
• Sunglasses
• Back Pack suitable for day hikes (30-35 litres)
• Waterbottle and / or thermos flask
• Headtorch
• Personal medication

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Cost: £345 for the entire weekend

Included in the price:

• Return train travel from Manchester to The Lake District
• Road transport and logistical support in The Lake District
• 2-nights hostel/hotel accommodation
• Technical equipment required for winter hiking (ice axe, crampons and helmet) and lessons in how to use them.
• Tuition and 2-days of guided hikes by a highly experienced and qualified Winter Mountain Leader including the ascent of Scafell Pike

Not included in the price:

• Your personal hiking kit
• All food throughout the weekend
• Personal travel insurance

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To join this trip, simply RSVP and pay the £100 deposit. We will then be in contact with further trip information, kit list and request for final payment.
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Note: The weather and ground conditions will not be known until closer to the date and full winter conditions, whilst expected at this time of year, cannot be guaranteed. The trip will go ahead regardless of conditions (The only exception being if the prevailing weather is too dangerous e.g. Thunderstorms)
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All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection)

Please be aware of our Participation Statement and Terms & Conditions prior to joining