Scrambling
Wow. What a day. Tryfan northern ridge was a bucket list scramble we were wanting to take on for some time. Just not 100% confident after seeing and reading reviews.
Booked Kelly for a guided grade 1 scramble and so glad we did. Was such a great day on a scramble that holds such a reputation. Best decision.
Kelly made the scramble fun, with her natural relaxed and happy personality, great knowledge and perfect climbing pace.
Scramble events
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Beginner grade 1 scrambles with Kelly
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DATES
Sat 28th March 2026
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PRICE
£65
Venue: Ogwen (Bethesda)
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Beginner scrambles for fit mountain walkers
Meet: 9.00am 7 hr Duration
Distance: 6/8 km
Ages 14 + (under 18 with accompanying adult)
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Beginner Scrambler Workshop
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Sat 18 & 19th March 2026
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PRICE
£120
Venue: Ogwen (Bethesda)
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Your absolute beginners guide to all things grade 1 scrambling packed in one weekend!
Meet: 9.00am 7 hr Duration
Distance: 6/8 km Each day
Ages 14 + (under 18 with accompanying adult)
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Explore steeper and more rocky walking terrain on North Wales' classic routes. Please see the individual events on the homepage for distance and details about each route.
What is scrambling? Scrambling is where mountain terrain requires the use your hands to climb through steeper sections of the paths and these sections can be short and fun or sometimes longer and slightly more committing. In order to have a fun and successful day out on your chosen scramble, having the ability to move well on the rock and select the correct lines as not to be crag fast is absolutely essential.
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My beginner route selections combine some mountain terrain where paths meet short scramble sections, you will have the chance to get more hands on and be eased into the more challenging sections gradually. Grade 1 scrambles vary in difficulty and are tackled without the use of ropes or other safety equipment.
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You must have a good level of fitness to participate, you will be required to make high steps and the descents can often be steep and tough on the legs.
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U18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult.
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Crib Goch
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Long and exposed ridge scramble
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DATES
Sat 1st November 2025
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PRICE
£65
Venue: Llanberis
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Intermediate scramble for fit mountain walkers
Meet: 9.00am 7 hr Duration
Distance:14km
Ages 18 + (under 18 with accompanying adult)
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The ultimate bucket list adventure! Take in the finest grade 1 scramble in Wales with your supportive mountain leader Kelly. Classic 'to do' scramble Crib Goch and its sister ridge Crib y Ddysgl offer an exhilarating and slightly exposed day out. This is a group event with a small party of up to 6 people.
Why go with a guide? Enjoy a guided day across the traverse safe in the knowledge you will not go off route and can relax and enjoy the ridge with your friendly and experienced leader. Please get in contact if you haven’t done any scrambling previously or aren’t sure if this is right for you.
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Not for anyone who is scared of heights, suffers with vertigo or is afraid of climbing.
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U18 must book a bespoke dat.
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Glyderau Scrambling
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Rugged and bouldery scrambling
Generally not for beginners...
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DATES
Tryfan North Ridge 25th October 2025
Tryfan North Ridge 1st may 2026
Bristly Ridge & the Cantilever 29th May 2026
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PRICE
£65
Venue: Ogwen (Bethesda)
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Intermediate scrambles for fit mountain walkers with some climbing experience
Meet: 9.00am 7 hr Duration
Distance: 5km
Ages 18 +
Complete this classic scramble line with me!
Have you been put off this route by epic stories from failed attempts by friends? This is THE scramble where everyone gets lost and misses out the BEST climbing sections! Be guided on this classic route and experience it in its finest line.
Get your photo on the cannon stone and see Siôn a Siân the famous summit boulders up close. Legend says you can earn magical powers if you jump across the two, although it’s certainly not encouraged by Mountain Rescue!
Grade 1 scrambles vary in difficulty depending on the experience of the participant. If you are unsure if this is right for you, attend a beginner scramble date prior to this more committing day out, or drop me a message to discuss whether this will be suitable for you.
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Grade 2/3 Scrambling
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3 day workshop
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Date: No dates available until 2026
Location: Gwynedd/Conwy
Level: Intermediate
Price: £350
This course will be delivered with Paul Poole Mountaineering and the booking link will re-direct you to his website.
Scramble routes are graded by difficulty and grade 2 and 3 scrambles are more commonly tackled with a mountaineering head on. These grades bridge the gap between grade 1 and rock climbing. Tackling these routes requires some rope and protection placement skills so you and your partner can have lifelong adventures on your favourite mountain routes.
Over the days we will look at:
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Basic scrambling techniques and movement skills
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Choosing a safe route and assessing risk
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Assisting and safeguarding other party members
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Ropework for scrambles in ascent and descent
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Gear Placement and building belays
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Planning a mountain day
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Guidebooks, maps and grading system
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Mountain navigation
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Mountain weather - how the weather affects our route planning and choice during the day
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Emergency procedures in case of an incident
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Choice and use of equipment
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