Small group Climbing & Mountaineering courses in the UK.
High altitude Expeditions worldwide.

COURSES WITH SUMMIT GUIDES

CLIMBING

Guided ascents of the best rock climbing routes on the mountains and sea cliffs of North Wales - or get on the sharp end and learn to lead!

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MOUNTAINEERING

Scrambling courses in Snowdonia and on the Cuillin Ridge of Skye, as well as winter mountaineering on the West coast of Scotland.

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EXPEDITIONS

High altitude expeditions ranging from Mera Peak to Aconcagua, retaining our emphasis on small group sizes.

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EXPEDITION TRAINING

Learn the essential skills you need to succeed on expedition over this weekend course held in the Scottish Highlands in winter.

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Message from Founder, Tom Lawfield

‘At Summit Guides, we’re specialists in delivering rock climbing & scrambling courses in Snowdonia, North Wales, as well as guided Cuillin Ridge Traverses & the Munros of the Isle of Skye.

We also run a High Altitude expedition programme, including Toubkal, our popular Mera, Island, Lobuche expedition & Ama Dablam in Nepal.

Any big undertaking in the mountains can seem daunting, but whether your objective is to learn to rock climb, or climb Everest – we will be with you every step of the way.

I'm excited (‘psyched’ in climber speak!) to work with you to achieve your climbing & expedition goals. Contact me for a no-obligation initial consultation, & lets set you on the path to adventure!

The Summit Guides philosophy:

Small group sizes - most teams 1:1 or 1:2

Personalised, bespoke approach focused on your success - 75% participants rate this the biggest attraction of Summit Guides
Friendly, qualified + experienced guides & instructors - encouraging & fun to be around