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Beginner Hiking & Outdoor Skills Workshop

from £50.00

If you’ve ever wanted to start hiking more independently but aren’t sure where to begin, this Beginner Hiking Skills Day in the Peak District will give you the knowledge and confidence to explore the outdoors safely.

This one-day beginner hiking skills workshop covers the essential skills every hiker should know before heading out on their own. From choosing the right kit and understanding mountain weather to basic navigation and emergency preparation, you’ll learn practical skills that help you stay safe and comfortable while exploring.

The day takes place in a small group of just four people, allowing plenty of time for questions, discussion and hands-on learning while out on the trail. By the end of the day, you’ll have a better understanding of how to prepare for hikes, plan routes, and make confident decisions in the outdoors.

Whether you’re completely new to hiking or want to build confidence before planning your own adventures, this day provides a supportive introduction to safe and enjoyable hiking in the UK hills.

Workshop Details

  • Location: Crowden, Peak District (Dark Peak area)

  • Dates:

    • Saturday 11th July 2026

    • Friday 7th August 2026

    • Saturday 26th September 2026

  • Duration: 1 day (approx. 9:30am – 4pm)

  • Group size: Maximum of 4 people

  • Price:

    • £50 per person (no map and compass hire)

    • £60 per person including map and compass hire

Exact meeting point and details will be confirmed nearer to the date.

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If you’ve ever wanted to start hiking more independently but aren’t sure where to begin, this Beginner Hiking Skills Day in the Peak District will give you the knowledge and confidence to explore the outdoors safely.

This one-day beginner hiking skills workshop covers the essential skills every hiker should know before heading out on their own. From choosing the right kit and understanding mountain weather to basic navigation and emergency preparation, you’ll learn practical skills that help you stay safe and comfortable while exploring.

The day takes place in a small group of just four people, allowing plenty of time for questions, discussion and hands-on learning while out on the trail. By the end of the day, you’ll have a better understanding of how to prepare for hikes, plan routes, and make confident decisions in the outdoors.

Whether you’re completely new to hiking or want to build confidence before planning your own adventures, this day provides a supportive introduction to safe and enjoyable hiking in the UK hills.

Workshop Details

  • Location: Crowden, Peak District (Dark Peak area)

  • Dates:

    • Saturday 11th July 2026

    • Friday 7th August 2026

    • Saturday 26th September 2026

  • Duration: 1 day (approx. 9:30am – 4pm)

  • Group size: Maximum of 4 people

  • Price:

    • £50 per person (no map and compass hire)

    • £60 per person including map and compass hire

Exact meeting point and details will be confirmed nearer to the date.

What you’ll learn

Throughout the day we’ll cover a range of essential hiking and outdoor safety skills, including:

  • Choosing the right hiking kit and clothing, including footwear

  • Mountain weather basics and how to prepare before heading out

  • Nutrition and hydration for longer walks

  • Essential emergency equipment and procedures

  • A basic introduction to navigation, including map overview and compass basics

  • Providing a grid reference using your phone and a map

  • Planning simple hiking routes

  • Techniques for walking safely downhill and general hill walking skills

Please note this isn’t a formal qualification; it is a skills workshop designed to teach you beginner hiking skills to help you feel confident when outdoors by yourself or with friends. 

Everything you need to bring

  • Lunch & snacks

  • 1l of water on a cool day, 2l on a hot day

  • Suitable hiking clothes: whatever you feel comfortable in but try to avoid wearing cotton. Make sure you have both warm and cold weather clothing options all year round as the temperature can change quickly, including suitable waterproofs.

  • Footwear: hiking boots, hiking shoes, trail shoes, or trail runners that have good grip. Please do not wear fashion trainers or any smooth soled shoes.

  • Any personal items you need: phone, medications, tissues/toilet roll with a zip lock bag for any wild wees, hand sanitiser, money/card, portable charger.

  • Warmer weather: cap, sun protection, sunglasses

  • Cooler weather: hat, gloves, extra warm layer in your bag, face buff

  • Something to sit on such as a foldable sit-mat, small picnic blanket, extra jacket

  • Ordnance Survey Explorer OL1 – Dark Peak map (laminated Active Map recommended)

  • A compass

    If you don’t already own a map and compass you can hire them for the day by selecting the map and compass hire ticket option when booking. If you are planning to buy a compass, basic models will work fine for learning, but if you intend to keep using it after the workshop it’s worth investing in a reliable model from brands such as Silva or Ordnance Survey (usually around £20).

Meet your leader

I’m Beth, a fully qualified and insured Hill & Moorland Leader, based near the Peak District. I love leading groups outdoors in a relaxed, friendly way and can’t wait to show you all the fun you can have on a group hiking adventure.

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