Andy Charlton
Andy is one of the UK's leading outdoor instructors, having worked at the highest levels for many years, sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm to help others develop their skills and enjoy the outdoors.
He's a friendly and down-to-earth instructor who cares about delivering the best possible courses or guided experiences that meet exactly what people need.
He holds all the UK's highest mountaineering qualifications, is a mountain-safety advisor to many well-known companies and is rarely seen outdoors without a smile on his face!
About Andy
What drives me professionally is a desire to help you progress your skills effectively, enjoyably and without pressure. I aim to deliver my best for you every time I have the opportunity, whether you're a beginner interested in developing your navigation skills, a first-time climber, or are an experienced climber looking to push your grade.
As a team we have a clear goal to set the standards in outdoor skills training and guiding and we've built our reputation on quality delivery, approachability and a genuine desire to help people develop. Hopefully you'll consider choosing us to help you with whatever adventure you've got in mind and, if so, I look forward to meeting you. Andy
Qualifications
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Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor
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Winter Mountain Leader
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Summer Mountain Leader
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Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor
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Rock Climbing Instructor
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International Mountain Leader
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Member of the British Association of International Mountain Leaders
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Member of the Association of Mountaineering Instructors
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Member of the Association of Heads of Outdoor Education Centres
Mountaineering Highlights
Completing a greater traverse of the Cuillin ridges on Skye. Breathtaking!
Walking the Cape Wrath trail up the North West coast of Scotland. The pick of a few awesome long-distance walks I've enjoyed over the years
Summiting the Piz Badile three times, including twice via the Cassin route on the North face. A stong candidate for my favourite mountain!
Climbing personal milestones of VI 8 and VII 7 mixed winter routes and Poachers Fall ice route in one epic week in the winter of 2015
Too many UK rock sunny rock trips to choose from! - Cornwall, Lakes or the North-West of Scotland firmly amongst the most memorable
Winning the Outdoor Industry Mountain Marathon Championships in sucessive years, 2016 to 2018, A-Class of the LAMM 2018, B-Class of the LAMM 2016 and coming 2nd in the A-class of the OMM 2018
3rd place in the 9-Edges Endurance Race 2019 & 2021, 1st place in the Limestone Way Half-Ultra 2021 and 1st Vet40 in the Sheffield City 10km
