Itinerary
- Optional: Meet outside Euston train station and board The Caledonian Sleeper train for an overnight journey to The Scottish Highlands (bed in a twin-share, single-sex room)
- Meet your guide outside Dumbarton train station at 6:30am for a trip briefing before journeying in the local area to the snow line for an introduction to the winter environment, an introduction/revision of ice axe/cramponing skills and the style of mountaineering required for a winter ascent.
- An early start, to make the most of the day, we will make our way to the summit of Ben Lomond. The specific route we take will depend on experience, ability and weather conditions.
- At the end of the day you will be transported to Glasgow train station for your onward journey home.
- Optional: Board The Caledonian Sleeper train at 9pm for a relaxing journey to London/Birmingham/Crewe. The train is scheduled to arrive at London Euston around 8am on Monday.
| Transport and logistical support in Scotland |
| 1-night accommodation |
| 2-days instruction and guidance by a highly experienced and qualified mountain leader |
| Use of safety equipment (ice axe, crampons and helmet) |
| Optional: Return Travel on The Caledonian Sleeper Train between London/Birmingham/Crewe and Glasgow |
| Personal hiking kit |
| Food and drink |
| Personal travel insurance |
| Travel between home and Glasgow (unless that option is chosen) |
Note: The weather and ground conditions will not be known until closer to the date and full winter conditions, whilst expected at this time of year, cannot be guaranteed. The trip will go ahead regardless of conditions (The only exception being if the prevailing weather is too dangerous e.g. Thunderstorms)
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Trip Highlights
- Summit Ben Lomond, the most Southerly munro in Scotland, in Winter conditions
- Incredible views across Loch Lomond
- Crampons, ice axe and helmet all included in the price
- Highly experience and qualified winter guide
- All logistics taken care of, so just turn up and enjoy
- Optional: Add to the adventure with return travel on The Caledonian Sleeper Train!
2 reviews for Winter ascent of Ben Lomond
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I went on Stuart’s Ben Lomond’s trip in Scotland. It was utterly amazing. Stu made British (in this case, Scottish) mountains more accessible to those who live in the City and with no prior mountaineering experience – and he made it fun! And this is all down to his experience, organisation skills and sense of humour! Highly recommended.
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Just back from a weekend hike through Ben Lomond. Everything was pretty well planned, from transport to lodging to the hike itself, which is quite convenient for couch potatoes like me. Mr. Shipp is knowledgeable and easy going, you can tell he is in it because he enjoys it. Looking forward to get back to another one, as soon as I’m back in shape. Special mention to Ben, Stuart’s dog and everyone’s best friend.
