Climbing experiences & Skills
for the mountains
Welcome
Roam Mountains is a small outdoor company run by Rebecca Coles. We specialise in instruction tailored to your ambitions and bespoke guiding in the mountains. With our experience in pioneering expeditions in the Greater Ranges and the Alps, we approach UK trips with a similar unique and off-the-beaten track philosophy, as well as a wealth of knowledge to help you train and develop skills for expeditions and climbing trips around the world.
Our Values
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The Highest Quality Instruction
EXPERTISE FROM REAL EXPERIENCE
Instructors with real, relevant experience for your goals. Planning the Matterhorn or head to the Himalayas? Your instructor will have been there and will teach clearly, adapt to how you learn, and give the practical skills you need.
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Supportive and Inclusive
FEMALE-OWNED and SUPPORTING WOMEN
We are one of the few female-owned businesses in the outdoor industry. We welcome people of all backgrounds and have excellent male and female instructors chosen for their skill in creating a supportive, inclusive learning environment in the outdoors.
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Bespoke and Tailored Instruction
ADAPTING TO YOUR NEEDS
Our small-group courses and experienced instructors can adapt course content to suit your individual needs and goals, ensuring practical, personalised coaching that helps you progress confidently.
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Safe Practices, Enjoyable Mountain Experiences
SAFETY UNDERPINS EVERYTHING THAT WE DO
Safe practice is central to all courses. You have the assurance Roam Mountains Ltd current with best practice and fully insured. All our instructors are up-to-date with the latest safety standards and have the knowledge and experience from years of keeping people safe in the mountains. -
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Environmentally Responsible
LOOKING AFTER THE PLACES WE LOVE MOST
From opur carbon footprint of activities to leave no trace principles Roam Mountains thinks carefully about reducing the impact our activities have on the places we go to.
Rebecca Coles uses her background in Glaciology and supporting Polar science with the British Antarctic Survey, as well as being a Protect Our Winters Athlete, to implement low-impact ways of enjoying the outdoors.
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Equip yourself with the skills & knowledge for the mountains
Featured Courses 2027
SCOTTISH WINTER
Dates and Availability
WALES
ENGLAND
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rebecca@roammountains.co.uk
+44 (0) 7834 474545
Peak District | Snowdonia | Scottish Highlands
Build the skills and confidence you need to enjoy the mountains in winter.
Our 2 day Winter Skills Course on the WEST COAST OF SCOTLAND is designed for people who want to develop their winter mountain walking skills and become more confident travelling through snow and ice-covered mountain terrain. Whether you're new to winter or looking to refresh and consolidate your skills, we'll give you the practical tools to make informed decisions and move safely in the mountains.
Over the course, we'll cover essential winter techniques including ice axe and crampon skills, moving safely on steep snow, cutting steps, winter navigation, route choice, avalanche awareness and what to do in the event of a slip or fall. We'll also look at equipment, clothing, mountain weather and the factors that influence winter conditions.
The emphasis is on hands-on learning and building real-world confidence. You'll have plenty of opportunity to practise techniques in the mountains, with guidance tailored to your experience and the conditions on the day.
You'll learn:
How to use an ice axe and crampons effectively
Safe movement on snow-covered terrain
Self-arrest and techniques for stopping a slide
Winter navigation and route planning
Understanding snow conditions and avalanche awareness
Winter route choice and decision making
How to prepare for a day in the winter mountains
Mountain safety, emergency skills and risk management
No previous winter experience is required, although a reasonable level of summer mountain fitness is recommended.
The aim isn't simply to teach you a set of techniques, but to help you develop the judgement, awareness and confidence to make good decisions in the winter mountains.
Based from Fort William.
Conditions and itinerary will vary depending on weather, snow and avalanche conditions, and the course will be adapted to make the most of what the mountains give us on the day.
If you’re unable to find the course dates you’d like below feel free to get in contact to arrange alternative dates which suit you.