Courses and adventures in hill walking, scrambling, winter mountaineering and rock climbing, plus indoor climbing courses and coaching.

Walk up mountains. Climb on rock. Be in nature.

Mountain Magic was founded out of a love for being in nature, enjoying adventure, working with people and appreciating our environment.

We offer you courses in hill walking, mountaineering, rock climbing and barefoot connection, plus indoor climbing and programs for schools, young people and organisations.

Based in London, the Lake District, Scotland, the Peak District, North Wales and Bristol, we are a collective of professional instructors with a wealth of experience and enthusiasm.

Your enjoyment and learning are central in our approach to our work. The more you learn, the bigger your smile and the closer you are to nature, the happier we will be.

Explore our site to discover what we can do for you, see where we can take you, find out who we are and enjoy some beautiful photography along the way.

  • "Really good explanations and demonstrations with lots of feedback." - Dave
  • "A calm and professional instructor giving a great introduction to climbing." - Matt
  • "Relaxed, informal, highly experienced and bags of enthusiasm." - Ali
  • "This has been the best day of my life!" - Tom
  • "Just wanted to say thanks from all of us for today. We really enjoyed everything." - Rory
  • "Thanks a million for a cracking weekend! It was everything I was looking for." - Adam
  • "I felt totally safe at all times and the pace of your instruction was just right." - Heather
  • "WOW!! :) You made my day!! I could not recommend you more!! :)" - Maja
  • "The course was just what we needed." - Agnieszka
  • "Safe, sensitive, supportive, thoughtful." - Tom
  • "You were brilliant and I can't wait to do some more trad climbing." - Paula
  • "Great meeting you and climbing with you last week!" - Chip
  • “I had an amazing time on some of the most exhilarating routes I've ever climbed!” - Kate
  • "I had such an awesome time! It's definitely improved my climbing confidence." - Zilla
  • “It was absolutely what I was looking for and I really enjoyed the good company!” - Matthias
  • "I learnt so much I was a better climber on Sunday than I was on Friday!” - Karen
  • "A great introduction to multi-pitch climbing. Professional and fun." - Robin
  • "We had an amazing time and have been out practicing lots with much success!" - Laura
  • "Thanks again for the help and advice this weekend. It was very worthwhile." - Rik
  • "Exactly what we were looking for and more." - Jodie
  • "Every moment is perfect and you’re so happy you think you’ll burst from joy.” - Mia
  • "All in all it was a very rewarding and thrilling couple of days." - Huw
  • "We had a bunch of fun and learned a lot. Thanks for being such a patient teacher." - Kersey
  • "I really enjoyed myself and felt that I made a lot of progress in a short time." - Michael
  • "The most removed from my normal life I have ever felt, which was fantastic!" - Debbie

Winter Courses in Scotland, Wales and the Lakes.

We have about six weeks of winter left so now is the time to get in touch if you’re thinking of a course in winter walking or winter climbing. We can also guide you on some of the classic winter mountaineering and winter climbing adventures that Scotland, North Wales and the Lake District have to offer – like the great ridges on the north face of Ben Nevis, the Snowdon Horseshoe in North Wales or Helvellyn via Striding Edge and Swirral Edge in the Lake District.

photo: Anthony Cox