Walks Grading

Technical Rating
Easy: minimal scrambling, low exposure
Moderate: easy scrambling, elements of exposure
Challenging: exposed scrambling, head for heights required
Extreme: ropework, extreme exposure, head for heights essential

Blister Rating
1: low level walk
2: some steep ascent
3: sustained ascent, stamina required
4: sustained ascent, stamina and perserverance essential to cover long distances

Advised Kit List

Suggested Hill Clothing
NO jeans – anyone wearing jeans will not be allowed to start the walk, and no refund will be possible
Stout hill walking boots
Appropriate walking trousers, top layers and fleece – preferably no cotton layers

Suggested minimum daysac contents
Waterproof (not showerproof) trousers
Waterproof (not showerproof) jacket
Spare fleece (in addition to one being worn)
Spare socks
Woollen or fleece hat
Gloves
Packed lunch and drink
Any personal medicines
Sun cream and insect repellent