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Let us help create memories that will last a lifetime as we explore some of the countries most beautiful locations. From Mountains to Moorlands, Coastal Paths to Open Countryside, there is so much beauty to be seen in the UK. At Walking in the Wild we can help you discover these amazing places, providing bespoke hiking days tailored to your needs, or simply ticking off a classic hike up Scafell Pike or Snowdon.

• Bespoke Hiking Days tailored to your needs, fitness levels and interests - a complete customised adventure!

• Enjoy Waymarked Trails, National Trails, Historic Walks, Wildlife Walks, Mountains, Moorlands and coastal routes.

• Individuals, Couples & Group Hikes

• Day Hikes in the Lake District, Eryri (Snowdonia), Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District, to the lowlands of East Anglia.

• Full hike planning and safety briefing

• Safety Equipment provided (shelter, first aid kit etc) and the knowledge on how to use them!

• Introductory, Intermediate or Challenging Hikes

Prices are calculated once details are provided on hike location, duration and quantity of participants.

Example Itineraries:
Introductory Hikes:

• Helm Crag from Grasmere - A stunning half to full day leisurely walk taking in the Lion and the Lamb

• Malham Cove and Malham Tarn - Explore the dramatic limestone pavements of the Yorkshire Dales National Park

• The Great Ridge - One of the most famous hikes in the Peak District from Mam Tor to Lose Hill

• A circuit of Derwent Water - Complete a full circuit of one of the Lake Districts most popular lakes

Intermediate Hikes:

• Kinder Scout - Take in a tough route up to the Kinder Plateau and walk around part of the Edale Skyline

• Cnicht - A superb pointed peak often overlooked

• Langdale Pikes - Enjoy the dramatic cliffs and peaks of the Langdale Pikes

• Fairfield Horseshoe - A popular hike over numerous peaks to the 873m summit of Fairfield

Challenging Hikes:

• Helvellyn via Striding Edge - One of the most iconic hikes in the Lake District taking in two narrow ridges

• Yr Wyddfa - Any of the walking routes including the Pyg Track and Miners Track

• Scafell Pike via the Corridor Route - Experience the dramatic landscape around Wasdale on the way to the roof of England

• Carnedd Llewelyn - One of the highest mountains in North Wales with numerous other peaks summited along the way

• Yorkshire 3 Peaks - A 25 Mile challenge taking in Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. Can you do it in less than 12 Hours?

• Edale Skyline - A 20 Mile challenging hike around the entire Edale Skyline

What to Expect:
Most of the walks and hikes I offer are suitable for beginners and do not specifically require hill walking experience (although this can help considerably). Participants should be reasonably fit and able to walk around 9 miles or between 5 - 7 hours. Mountainous terrain can be challenging and rocky underfoot, with loose rock and cliff edges creating hazards. As a mountain leader it is my responsibility to keep everyone safe that that alone will remain the highest priority throughout the day, even if that means we need to bypass a summit or take an alternative route. Weather in the mountains can change rapidly as can the temperature - expect it to feel about 8-10°C cooler on the higher summits than down in the valley, and then add on the windchill factor too! A simple kit list is provided below for those looking at hiking out in the mountains and below that is the additional items I will carry as the mountain leader to ensure safety. The kit list generally is not optional - if you arrive at the start of the walk without suitable equipment then there is a chance we will not be completing the hike. In the event of bad weather we may decide an alternative route or hike but it would depend on the conditions on the day. Safety is a priority so if its 60mph winds and heavy rain on the summit then we will probably head elsewhere!

Typical Kit List:

• A Rucksack of approximately 30litre Capacity

• Waterproof Jacket

• Waterproof Trousers (Trust me you will want these if it rains and worn over the top of normal hiking trousers)

• A Warm Fleece or Insulating Layer (It can get cold on the summit, even in summer)

• Lunch (aim to bring around 1500 - 2000 calories of food)

• Water Bottle (1.5 Litres minimum)

• Hat and Gloves

• Hiking Trousers (No jeans or jogging bottoms - these absorb water, don’t dry quickly and can lead to hypothermia)

• Active-wear T Shirt - Something wicking like Polyester (Avoid Cotton)

• Hiking Socks (Avoid cotton socks)

• Hiking Boots with ankle support (not trainers)

• Sun cream and sun glasses

• Any medication you may need

• Head Torch

• Camera / Phone

Additional Mountain Leader Items (I will bring):

• Walking Poles (Spares if needed)

• First Aid Kit

• Navigation Equipment and Maps

• Emergency Group Shelter

About Me, Your Guide…

Joe Jackson - Mountain Leader

I have been incredibly passionate about the outdoors for most of my life. I grew up in the lowlands of the Norfolk Broads, exploring the reedbeds and nature reserves at a young age. Family holidays to the Lake District grew into a deep rooted love for the fells and no matter how many times I go up to the summits it brings an unquantifiable amount of joy. The 214 Wainwrights was my first knowledge of peak-bagging - a tick list to complete all of the fells in the Lake District. So far I have completed all of these peaks twice and currently working through my third round (see walking statistics for more details on how this is going).

I believe the outdoors not only keeps you physically fit but also mentally. It is the perfect way to escape the daily stresses of life and gives you personal time to reflect on elements of life. As a full time Paramedic, this is even more important.