What do I need to bring?
Your personal and leader kit for walking in hill and moorland terrain
The Mountain Training Hill and Moorland Leader qualification is designed to train and assess those who wish to lead hill walking groups on day walks in defined terrain in summer conditions. You'll spend three mainly practical days on the local hills and moors showing us that you've got the skills to meet the standards set by Mountain Training.
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Get in touchTo qualify as a Hill and Moorland Leader
You'll be assessed against the Mountain Training Hill and Moorland Qualification Syllabus over three days on the hill. There will be theoretical evening sessions between and also one practical night navigation after dark.
Before you book onto a Hill and Moorland Leader assessment, make sure you have done the following:
The Hill and Moorland Leader assessment is 3 days long.
Our instructors are some of the UK’s most experienced. We train other instructors and help to write the national syllabuses for NGB qualifications in mountaineering, paddlesports, cycling and climbing. Our goal is to teach you skills to last a lifetime, and at Plas y Brenin you know you are getting training from the best.
If your course is based at Plas y Brenin, the residential price includes accommodation for the night before, and the duration of your time here. If you’re staying with us, we also provide delicious meals to keep you going as you learn, meaning you can concentrate on enjoying yourself.
When it comes to equipment, at Plas y Brenin we have a wide range of top-quality kit for you to use, all included in your course fee. This means if you’re just starting out, there’s no need to rush out and buy a load of expensive gear, and if you’re already pretty well kitted-out, it’s a great chance to try something new.
Before you book onto a Hill and Moorland Leader assessment, make sure you have done the following:
Start the booking process by selecting a course date, then adjust your details to suit your requirements.
*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.