City Mountaineering – Guided UK Mountain Trips from London

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London, GB

9,150 members · Public group

What we’re about

City Mountaineering – Guided UK Mountain Trips from London
We’ve taken thousands of Londoners into the UK mountains over the years — safely, confidently, and in small groups.

## Small-Group Mountain Adventures from London

City Mountaineering organises professionally planned, small‑group mountain hiking trips from London to Snowdonia, the Lake District, and across Scotland.
If you live in London and want to explore the UK’s most spectacular mountains — without worrying about logistics, navigation, or finding the right people — you’re in the right place.

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## What We Do

We run guided mountain trips every weekend, taking care of:

Transport from London (train and road transfers)
Accommodation
Route planning and mountain navigation
Qualified, experienced mountain leadership

Groups are intentionally small (typically max 8 people) to keep trips safe, friendly, and personal.
Our members are usually:

London-based professionals
Solo hikers or pairs
Curious, capable, and community‑minded
Ranging from confident beginners to experienced walkers

You don’t need to come with friends — most people don’t.

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## Is This Group Right for You?

This group is for you if:

You want real mountain experiences, not crowded coach tours
You prefer small groups and a supportive atmosphere
You like the idea of building confidence over time
You want clear information about fitness levels and expectations

This group may not be right if:

You’re looking for ultra‑cheap mass trips
You only want city walks or casual strolls
You’re unwilling to follow safety guidance in the mountains

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## New to City Mountaineering? Start Here 👇

If you’re new, we strongly recommend starting with one of:

A London intro talk or social
A short UK day hike

These are relaxed, low‑commitment ways to:

Meet the guides
Ask questions about fitness and experience
Understand how our longer trips work

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## Safety, Experience & Trust

City Mountaineering has been running trips for many years and has taken thousands of people into the UK mountains.
Safety is central to everything we do:

Conservative decision‑making in poor conditions
Careful route choices
Clear communication about fitness and kit
Small groups with individual attention

You’ll always know what’s expected before you book.

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## How to Join a Trip

Browse upcoming events on Meetup
Read the event description carefully
Ask questions in the comments — we’re happy to help
Follow the booking link provided in the event

Places are limited and trips often fill up.

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## A Note on Community

This is an active, real‑world community — not just an events listing.
We encourage:

Asking questions
Commenting on events
Coming to socials even if you’re unsure about trips yet

If you’re dreaming about the mountains while living in London, this group exists for you.

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## New here?

Most members start with a London social or intro event before booking a mountain weekend.

Featured event

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 · 6:30 PM GMT

City Mountaineering Social Drinks 🍻 – Meet Fellow Hikers & Adventurers

The Porterhouse Covent Garden, 21-22 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, London, GB

Come for drinks — stay for adventure!
Whether you’re brand-new to the group, thinking about joining your first hike, or climbing Snowdon next weekend — this is the place to meet City Mountaineering members in real life.

Why come along?
🌄 Meet other mountain lovers who live and work in London
🥾 Ask questions directly about upcoming trips (fitness, kit, routes)
🗺️ Hear stories from recent weekends in the mountains
🍺 Relax with great people before the next big adventure

Who this is for
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