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WHAT TO BRING
Kit Lists​
​The below sections outline the suggested kit you should pack for each type of trip we offer. If you have any questions, please email enquiries@citymountainering.com and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.​
Hiking or Scrambling Weekend Kit List
These are 2/3-day weekend trips that involves hiking/scrambling each day and staying in accommodation each night.
Note: The list below details what is required for each day on the mountain
Required:
Small rucksack suitable for day hikes
Hiking boots
Thick socks
Hiking trousers (ideally waterproof)
Non-cotton T-shirt
Fleece
Warm jacket
Waterproof jacket
Headtorch (and batteries)
Warm hat
Gloves
Sun glasses
Water bottle
Personal medication
Optional:
Thermal trousers (long johns)
Hiking poles
Waterproof/Dry Bags
Maps
Compass
Personal first aid kit (blister plasters, sun screen, plasters/bandages, pain killers)
Snack food
Wild Camping Weekend Kit List
These are 2/3-day weekend trips that involves carrying a larger pack and camping in the wilderness each night.
Note: The list below details what is required for each day on the mountain
Required:
Large rucksack (minimum 65 litres)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Mat

Camping cup (for tea/coffee)
Camping bowl (for breakfast/dinner)
Cutlery
Hiking boots
Thick socks
Hiking trousers (ideally waterproof)
Non-cotton T-shirt
Fleece
Warm jacket
Waterproof jacket
Headtorch (and batteries)
Warm hat
Thick Gloves
Sun glasses
Water bottle
Personal medication
Optional:
Thermal trousers (long johns)
Waterproof/Dry Bags
Hiking poles (highly recommended)
Maps
Compass
Personal first aid kit (blister plasters, sun screen, plasters/bandages, pain killers)
Snack food
Winter Hiking Weekend Kit List
These are 2/3-day weekend trips in winter that involves hiking each day and staying in accommodation each night.
Note: The list below details what is required for each day on the mountain
Required:
Small rucksack suitable for day hikes (30-35 litres)
Sturdy Hiking boots
Thick socks
Hiking trousers
Waterproof trousers
Non-cotton T-shirt (ideally at least 2, with one being long-sleeved)
Fleece
Warm/insulated jacket
Waterproof jacket
Headtorch (and batteries)
Warm hat/balaclava
2 pairs of Warm Ski Type Gloves/Mittens
Sun glasses
Ski goggles
Water bottle
Personal medication
Technical equipment (ice axe, crampons, helmet) - These will be provided free of charge if you don’t have them
Optional:
Thermal trousers (long johns)
Hiking Poles
Thermos flask
Waterproof/Dry Bags
Maps
Compass
Personal first aid kit (blister plasters, sun screen, plasters/bandages, pain killers)
Snack food
Rock Climbing Weekend Kit List
These are 2/3-day weekend trips that involves rock climbing each day and staying in accommodation each night.
Required:
Small rucksack for lunch and personal belongings
Old trainers (or climbing shoes, if you have them)
Clothing that you don’t mind getting scruffy on the rocks (and extra layers for the time when chilling out between climbs)
Warm jacket
Gloves
Warm hat
Waterproof jacket
Sun glasses
Sun hat
Sun cream
Water bottle
Personal medication
Wash kit and towel
Personal snacks
Optional:
Climbing Harness
Climbing Helmet
Climbing Shoes
UK Expedition Series Kit List
These are typically week-long adventures that involves carrying a larger pack and camping in the wilderness for multiple nights throughout the trip. In some cases, accommodation will also be used.
Note: The list below details what is required for each day on the mountain
Required:
Large rucksack (minimum 65 litres)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Mat
Camping cup (for tea/coffee)
Cutlery
Hiking boots
Thick socks
Hiking trousers
Waterproof trousers
Non-cotton T-shirts
Fleece
Warm jacket
Waterproof jacket
Headtorch (and batteries)
Warm hat
Thick Gloves
Sun glasses
Water bottle
Waterproof/Dry Bags
Personal medication
Optional:
Thermal trousers (long johns)
Buff/Balaclava
Hiking poles (highly recommended)
Maps
Compass
Personal first aid kit (blister plasters, sun screen, plasters/bandages, pain killers)
Snack food