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Scottish Guided Winter Climbing

Overview

Whether you’re looking to push your grade or gain experience on more challenging terrain, Northwest Mountaineering’s qualified and experienced instructors can guide you up Scotland’s iconic winter snow, ice and mixed routes. Whether your goal is to explore terrain that you’re currently not comfortable leading on or to second routes ranging from Grade II to V, we offer the opportunity to develop your personal climbing techniques and movement skills on diverse winter terrain. This will allow you to extend your ability to confidently climb harder routes in the future. Our guided winter climbing days provide the perfect setting to achieve your climbing ambitions while ensuring safety and skill development.

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Cost

This bespoke course starts at £320 per day. Options for more than one day are available.

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1 Person - £320

2 People - £350​

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Experience Needed

For guided winter climbing you'll need summer rock climbing and winter walking experience (know how to use crampons & Ice axe). We also offer winter skills courses and winter mountaineering courses to help build skills.

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When

Whenever suits you. Winter usually arrives in Scotland between December until the end of March.

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  • Western Scotland is a winter climber’s paradise like no other, offering a unique blend of world-renowned venues including Glencoe and Ben Nevis, as well as the surrounding areas. This diverse landscape provides exceptional winter climbing opportunities across all levels of difficulty. At Northwest Mountaineering, we offer guided winter climbing experiences that range from mountaineering routes and Munro summits to Grade V winter climbs.

     

    Glencoe is justifiably famous as one of Scotland’s finest climbing venues, renowned for its stunning scenery and challenging terrain. In winter, it offers a wealth of options—from spectacular ridge traverses like Aonach Eagach (Grade II) and Curved Ridge (Grade II-III) to classic gullies such as Crowberry Gully (Grade IV) and Twisting Gully (Grade III). The rich history and fascinating geology of Glencoe only add to its appeal.

     

    The Lochaber region, which includes Ben Nevis, Scotland’s highest mountain and a mecca for Scottish winter climbing, is home to some of the best winter venues in the country. Other highlights include Aonach Mor and the remote climbs within the Grey Corries and Mamores. This part of Scotland boasts an incredible diversity of climbing packed into a small area, making Fort William the undisputed outdoor capital of the United Kingdom. Our guided winter climbing courses provide the perfect setting to explore these iconic climbs and immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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    We also run guided winter climbing days in the east including areas such as The Cairngorms and Creag Meagaidh.

  • Example of winter routes that we may climb on a Guided Winter Climbing & Ice Climbing day;

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    Mountaineering Routes

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    • Winter Traverse of the Aonach Eagach Ridge (Grade II)

    • Tower Ridge on Ben Nevis (Grade IV)

    • Ledge Route on Ben Nevis (Grade II)

    • Golden Oldie on Aonach Mor (Grade II)

    • Sron na Lairig in Glencoe (Grade II)

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    Winter Climbs on Ben Nevis

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    • Castle Ridge (Grade III)

    • Number Three Gully Buttress (Grade III)

    • Tower Scoop (Grade III) 

    • South West Ridge of the Douglas Boulder (Grade IV)

    • Comb Gully (Grade IV)

    • Point 5 Gully (Grade V)

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    Winter Climbs in Glen Coe

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    • North Buttress (Grade IV)

    • SC Gully (Grade III)

    • Twisting Gully (Grade III)

    • Crowberry Gully (Grade IV)

    • Curved Ridge (Grade II 3)

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    Winter Climbs on Aonach Mor

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    • Morwind (Grade III 4)

    • Left Twin (Grade III)

    • Western Rib (III)

    • Right Twin (Grade II)​

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    The routes for Scottish guided winter climbing will be carefully chosen based on weather conditions, participant experience, and the instructor’s expertise.

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  • For guided winter climbing you'll need summer rock climbing and winter walking experience (know how to use crampons & Ice axe). We also offer winter skills courses and winter mountaineering courses to help build skills.

  • At Northwest Mountaineering, we offer Scottish guided winter climbing days throughout the winter period.

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    Prices

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    Depending on the type of day will depend on the cost:

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    Unroped (Hillwalking) - From £260

    1 Person - £260

    2 People - £290

    3 People - £320

    4 - 6 People - £350

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    Roped (Climbing & Mountaineering - From £320

    1 Person - £320

    2 People - £350​

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