It's Out There
Offering guiding and instruction in hillwalking, scrambling, climbing & multi-day adventures
From the majestic beauty of the Cairngorms in winter, to the stunning peaks of the Cuillin, to the sublime beauty of Scotland’s coast and lochs; we can not only guide you in this fantastic terrain, but also instruct you in the skills necessary to master these environments.
Guiding: creating memories that last forever…
Instruction: giving you the skills to make your own memories…
So if this is your year to work towards or complete a great personal challenge, get in touch and let us see if we can help…
Be Greater
Neil has totally changed my perception of what’s possible on the mountains and my own potential…
It’s left me wanting more and wondering how far I can go!
Alan: Skye Scrambles Course
Dubh Mor Outdoor specialises in helping you to “Do More” than you thought possible. Come with us and open your eyes to a whole world of adventure! Learn new skills, hone existing ones, develop confidence and put it all into practice in an authentic and challenging environment, under the supervision of a passionate and experienced instructor.
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September 25 (08:30 am - 05:00 pm)
Aonach Eagach
1 day – 2 Munros – Grade 2-3 scrambling Spice Factor: 🌶️🌶️ | Difficulty: ⛰️⛰️...
September 25 (09:00 am - 05:00 pm)
Cairngorms
1 day – 1 Munro – Grade 1-2 scrambling Spice Factor: 🌶️ | Difficulty: ⛰️ Min 2 – Max...
September 26 (09:00 am) - September 27 (05:30 pm)
Glencoe
Interested to try scrambling but don’t know where to start? Want to learn new skills, to tackle mo...
September 26 (10:00 am - 04:00 pm)
Ochil Hills
At this time of year it is more important than ever to have the requisite knowledge to look after yo...
September 27 (08:30 am - 05:00 pm)
Ben Nevis
Unlock the hidden treasures of the north face of Ben Nevis, with this staggeringly beautiful and sur...
September 30 (10:00 am - 04:00 pm)
Ochil Hills
At this time of year it is more important than ever to have the requisite knowledge to look after yo...
October 2 (08:00 am) - October 4 (05:00 pm)
*NEW* for 2020!! Join us for 3 magnificent days scrambling/easy climbing on the world-famous Great ...
October 2 (01:00 pm - 07:00 pm)
Ochil Hills
At this time of year it is more important than ever to have the requisite knowledge to look after yo...
October 4 (08:00 am - 05:00 pm)
CMD Arete and Ben Nevis
CARN MOR DEARG ARETE & BEN NEVIS 1 day – 2 Munros – Grade 1 scrambling Spice Factor: 🌶️ ...
October 6 (08:30 am - 05:00 pm)
Aonach Eagach
1 day – 2 Munros – Grade 2-3 scrambling Spice Factor: 🌶️🌶️ | Difficulty: ⛰️⛰️...
Edd Mcmanus
2020-09-08T20:56:09+0000
great day today going up curved ridge to summit of stob dearg.with elaine laura and guide rob , i had the feel of fear... before going up but rob very quickly put me at ease , and done an awesome job getting us up, explaining the route very well as we scrambled up.. great day on my first ever scramble. thanksread more
Marika Tomczak
2020-09-08T20:31:36+0000
I can not recommend Neil enough. He guided me and my friend up the Inn Pinn on Skye. Absolutelly amazing day, well... planned! Neil gave us a lot of general advice about hillwalking/climbing/scrambling, which was highly appreciated. This man definitelly knows his stuff!read more
Andrew Fitchett
2020-09-01T08:41:10+0000
Action packed 2 days learning some new climbing skills. Neil's canny weather-map reading skills meant we had continuous... sunshine! Brilliant instruction, very enjoyable and very recommended. May be I did have slightly too much gear with me...but you liked the tent, non?read more
Ali Whyteside
2020-08-15T16:56:43+0000
Absolutely cracking day out with Neil today - bespoke day on the Ben, up Tower Ridge and down Ledge Route. I learned... lots, improved my confidence and am inspired to get our and do more. He even fixed the weather for my first trip up the Ben! Highly recommended, will definitely use again - already planning my next adventures. Cheers Neil 😃read more
Ian Munro
2020-08-05T16:10:40+0000
I am a very reluctant climber, who took many years to face tackling the Inn Pinn. Neil was so reassuring and so much... fun that the day actually turned out to be tremendously enjoyable. I didn't ever foresee that happening! The only problem was the sore throat I developed from participating in the non-stop banter up and down.read more
Sarah Holt Carlin
2020-08-03T20:46:18+0000
I recently attended the intro to navigation course, Glenn was the instructor and was very knowledgeable. I was worried... as I’m not good with numbers, maths is not my strong point but he explained things and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Now time to put the skills into practice and try not to get lost 😂. Would recommend this course to others looking to learn map reading skills.read more
Uschi Stickroth
2020-08-02T16:48:36+0000
Had such a blast on my introduction to navigation course today with Glenn. Plenty of opportunities to practice and ask... questions. Learned so much and feeling a lot more confident with my map reading. Thank you for your patience and kindness.read more
Anne McNaughton
2020-07-26T08:37:47+0000
Thank you Neil for a fab day out last week on the Tarmachan Ridge. I enjoyed it and learned a lot not only about... scrambling but also about myself. That big step did my hip the power of good ; must have stretched it out well as no pain since then 😂looking forward to the next adventure ⛰⛰would thoroughly recommend Dubh Mor Outdoor 👍read more
Rebecca Burns
2020-07-20T19:36:06+0000
I would highly recommend Dubh Mor. I organised a days climbing for a group of 4 and it was fab. We all had a lot of fun... and learnt loads. Will definitely book again 😊read more
Maureen Johnston
2020-07-19T19:24:04+0000
Thank you again Neil for a brilliant time on your Intro to Ridgewalking and Scrambling day. Your encouragement and... instruction has really boosted my confidence and made me realise that I can still achieve new things at a ‘mature’ age 😆 I am thinking “where now?’ Will definitely be using Dubh Mor again.read more
Annie Gunn
2020-07-19T19:19:31+0000
We made great memories on the Tarmachan Ridge with Neil from Dubh Mor. Neil is everything you would want in a mountain... instructor with his knowledge and personality. In the words of Arnie- I’ll be back! 🥾😍read more
Jean Cooper
2020-07-12T22:57:22+0000
I was on a navigation course with Neil and would highly recommend him. he was very good and took the time to make sure... everyone was managing and had a good understanding of what they were doing, answered all questions I had and helped me to understand what I needed to know. thanks again Neilread more
Steven Elder
2020-07-07T19:29:47+0000
Dubh Mor provide an unrivalled service and experience in the mountains. Neil's no nonsense approach is right up my... street and I gained a wealth of knowledge from his attention to detail. There was a mix of abilities on the winter skills week which I attended, which Neil took in his stride to deliver a course which was able to push everyone's ability and knowledge.
Neil does not stop at the end of the mountain day, giving talks and tutoring on the theoretical aspect to climbing, weather and mountain safety.
I cannot recommend enoughread more
Hamish Grant
2020-03-15T20:44:05+0000
A life changing week. As someone who has been scared of heights, I never imagined I would be able to do anything like... this. There are few people like Neil who can connect with you and push you out of your comfort zone so you learn so much about yourself. Amazing week on and off the mountains in such a supportive environment with a great group of people. Such a knowledgable guide who was able to adapt to every situation. Can’t wait to do more with him!read more
Geoff Lamb
2020-03-07T20:14:20+0000
Recently spent a week with Neil on his mountaineering course. I chose to do this instead of my usual ski trip and... cannot overstate how much of a good decision this was! The weather was not ideal due to poor snow but Neil still ensured that we left with all the required skills regardless and I couldn't have been happier. We covered everything I wanted to and more. I left the course with ample confidence to get on the hills independently, and having little prior experience this was certainly an achievement. Neil as an individual is everything you want in an instructor: calm, patient, knowledgeable, experienced, and generally an ideal role model for anyone who wants to be a great human being. Even after we returned on our own and bumped into him, he was more than happy to lend guidance, kit, or support. Currently looking to rebook on a course next year!read more
Phil Conway
2020-03-05T23:14:00+0000
Had a great week with these guys learning some winter mountaineering in the Cairngorms, the instructors were all very... knowledgeable friendly and welcoming, highly recommended!!!read more
Antony Pugh
2020-03-01T21:08:29+0000
I've just finished a winter mountaineering course with Dubh Mor Outdoor and they didn't disappoint. They have a very... professional approach to teaching and it became apparent quickly that safety came first. I found that they were able to accommodate all abilities within the group. Everyone was made to feel very welcome and we were given the option as to what mountaineering skills we would like to cover the most. Everybody lives together for the week which was ideal for us to all bond as a team and make good friendships. The course was adapted during the week to suit the weather and avalanche forecast which was great because it kept the course flexible. If you're looking at taking your winter skills to the next level this is the course for you.read more
Scott Andrew
2020-02-29T21:27:12+0000
I spent last week doing the 5 day Winter Skills Course with Neil and Danny. Excellent course with great facilities and... food. Really approachable group who are happy to help with anything . I’d recommend them to anyone and booked onto a couple more events with Dubh Mor !read more
James Cook
2020-02-29T16:01:55+0000
Just back from an awesome 5 day mountaineering experience , great weather, brilliant instructors , would highly... recommend to anyone wanting to get into mountaineering , a big thanks to Neil and Bryan for the experience .read more
Ben Wheeler
2020-02-29T14:34:36+0000
Just finished a 5 days mountaineering course in Scotland, had an absolutely excellent time , awesome instructors,... learnt a lot of valuable skills and lots of laughter.
Would highly recommend to anyone who’s looking for a fun time learning new skills.read more
Dave Tam Sun
2020-02-29T11:31:55+0000
Just completed a winter skills course!
Top tuition with great guys, it never felt like being schooled it was more like... friends learning you which was a superb was of teaching.
Thanks to Neil, Danny and the rest of the guys 👍🏼read more
Samantha Somers
2020-02-22T19:23:48+0000
Absolutely fantastic guided winter walk in challenging conditions. Our instructor was superb, really knowledgeable,... engaging and ensured a truly great day. Thank you so muchread more
Richard Warner
2020-02-19T17:20:28+0000
We said it each day and numerous times on the plane home. We had such a blast with you guys. Your experience, knowledge... and knowhow is incredible and although we left with our heads crammed full of newly learnt information, we know it is just the tip of the ice waterfall 😉. A belting weekend that could not have gone better or been enjoyed more. Thanks to you guys for everything. We’ll be back!read more
Neil Hamilton
2020-02-11T07:33:23+0000
My day out with Neil was superb. We had an initial setback due to some inaccurate information from Cairngorm Mountain... website and discovered that the mountain road had been closed without notice despite the plough sitting at the gate ready to go. Neil dealt brilliantly with this situation and quickly had a more than suitable alternative planned. We had some challenging conditions to deal with on Beinn a’Chaorainn but Neil’s skills and experience shone through. I felt thoroughly well guided and safe throughout the course of the day despite properly white out conditions at the summit and along the ridge. Neil’s instructions were clear and I quickly got my head around some new skills thanks to his guidance. I thoroughly recommend Neil and Dubh Mor if you are wanting to develop your mountain skills or are wanting to start out. His good humour, chat, honesty and flexibility will ensure you will have a cracking day out in the hills.read more
Ryan McKinney
2020-02-08T20:30:27+0000
Two weeks ago I attended the winter skills course run by Dubh Mor, along with 3 great mates. We’d booked it almost 1... year earlier so it’s fair to say there was a fair bit of anticipation. We weren’t disappointed.
We are regular hill walkers and our aim was to enjoy the chance to have time up in the Cairngorms while also learning and updating winter skills at the same time. That’s what we got.
Over two days we probably spent 6 hours above 1000m (and another dozen walking in and out). We don’t have the same scope in Ireland. We did lots of ice axe and crampon work. I enjoyed every minute.
Néill and Glenn are obviously in their element in that environment but they were also super patient with us. I felt challenged but safe and I laughed a lot along the way. That’s what I’d hoped for.
In the two weeks since that weekend my overriding urge has been to get back up into the clouds. I’m more confident now and I got what I wanted from the trip. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to other people.
Yes it was challenging at times; only a couple of pints were had, but it was rewarding in every sense. Many thanks to Neill and Glenn. I would come back tomorrow if I could. I will be back at some point.read more
Rod Martin
2020-02-06T22:52:14+0000
Highly recommend spending some quality time with these guys. Fantastic location, facilities and tuition. Will... definitely be back !read more
Joe Cray
2020-02-05T20:52:21+0000
A very good week with lots learned. Neil, Bryan and Scott were excellent and getting the most out of us, and the most... out of the conditions. A thoroughly enjoyable experience and I'm sure I'll be returning next winter(for both the snow and Neil's cooking). Cheers guysread more
Thomas Dunbar
2020-02-05T20:40:25+0000
Really enjoyed the challenge of the winter skills course. Excellent Guidance was perfect for the conditions. Will do... again.read more
William Szott
2020-02-05T19:10:32+0000
Spent 5 days with Niel- the weather went bad but Niel's local knowledge ment I still got 5 days of good action.
learnt... so much and got a very tailored week of winter climbing 👌read more
Hob Ovens
2020-02-05T11:41:02+0000
Great skills/mountaineering week. Neil and his team have a vast knowledge of skills, and the areas for the best... conditions. I learnt so much, and improved climbing techniques I thought I had dialed. Would highly recommend the courses👍👍read more
Aaron Badger Baxter
2020-02-05T11:33:10+0000
excellent and extremely knowledgeable guides! Bryan and Neil can answer any climbing mountaineering question you... through at them with sooo many years in the outdoors! recommend after 2 courses with them now.read more
Duncan Grant
2020-02-02T19:40:41+0000
A very memorable 5 days with Neil and his great team. The small groups enabled greater opportunities to really hone in... on the foundation winter skills. Already recommended this course to several people as Neil's infectious energy and approach to the mountains is a recipe for a great learning experience.read more
Helen Neary
2020-01-11T13:07:21+0000
Just completed a 3-day winter skills course with Neil, it was an amazing experience and I’d thoroughly recommend to... anyone interested in gaining some skill and confidence to tackle hills in winter.
The course is excellent value and I personally gained a lot more from it than what what I had expected. The whole weekend was planned well, food was fabulous and even despite the weather Neils knowledge of the area ensured our group covered everything we expected to...and some! The team I was with were also great company - thanks! 👍read more
Tom Peacock
2019-12-23T16:34:07+0000
Fantastic couple of days away with Neil and I have to say, something that sets him apart from other mountain guides... I’ve used is the fact he helps to develop your understanding of WHY we do things in the mountains and encourages independent decision making! All round awesome guy and couldn’t recommend him enough!
Will be back again, Thanks Neil! 😎read more
Sunny Parmar
2019-10-14T07:50:55+0000
Neil is without a doubt one of the most experienced rock climbers you will come across in Scotland !!!!
Jean Bennett
2019-10-01T19:14:58+0000
I had a fantastic day yesterday with Neil Kerr Aonach Eagach ridge ,The whole day was amazing ,I felt safe and very... professional mountain instructor his knowledge of mountains is just outstanding. Wouldnt go with anyone else now .and his banter isint to bad either lol😂🤣😋read more
Archie Wilson
2019-10-01T18:58:52+0000
Great day doing the ring of steall. Guide Glenn was very knowledgeable.
Bridget Mungersdorf
2019-09-29T13:04:45+0000
Had a fab day doing the Ring of Steall with my 14yr old daughter. Great instructor & felt totally safe & at peace! We... will defo do more spicy stuff with Neil and his team. highly recommended !!read more
Vikki Halliday
2019-09-15T18:51:23+0000
Have enjoyed two days scrambling with Neil and you could not ask for a better, more professional and helpful mountain... instructor.
Encyclopaedic knowledge of the mountains and routes, and very encouraging. Patient with beginners, and able to give more competent scramblers some challenging routes and instruction. But very much safety focussed and always feel very safe with him guiding.
A top guy with decent banter too 😁, which makes the day so much more fun!read more
Wendy Rattie Pate
2019-09-09T20:02:29+0000
First ever scrambling experience - Neil was fantastic. I was very nervous and had booked the course to try and gain... confidence. Neil was quietly encouraging and positively reinforced my strengths. I completed every scramble and also learned some other wee techniques on the way down - I can highly recommend 😊read more
Steve Barron
2019-08-23T16:14:31+0000
Had an awesome experience with Neil who led us up the Cobbler last weekend. We went through the eye of the needle to... the main summit, then the north summit and then Beinn Narnain adapting the route to suit the conditions. Neil made a scary scramble feel safe and do-able. Great craic with Neil and made 2 new friends.
A 5 star service - leadership, enthusiasm, safety, bacon rolls and coffee. Oh and sore feet!read more
Karen Webster
2019-08-18T18:33:32+0000
Recently had a day out with Neil on a 1:2 basis with my friend, doing Ledge Route onto Ben Nevis, then descent via CMD... Arête.
I think it tells a story when I’m still grinning more than a week later!!
Ledge Route is something I didn’t EVER think I’d attempt, but I loved it! Neil is fantastic at encouraging and making you realise that actually you can do something!
An absolutely amazing day, with great company and chat, and many new skills learnt and confidence found.
I’ll definitely be back to do something else now that Iv been bitten by the scrambling bug!read more
June Mackenzie-Stark
2019-07-12T14:26:19+0000
Completed a 5 day winter mountain skills course with Neil and can highly recommend Dubh Mhor. I have learned... invaluable skills to build onread more
Claire Stewart
2019-07-12T09:22:02+0000
My family and I had such a great day with Neil yesterday. He guided us up the CMD and along the ridge then up to Ben... Nevis. None of us had done much scrambling or ridge walking before and we loved it! Neil was friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging and helped make the whole day a fantastic experience. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone!read more
Rachie Wojx
2019-06-21T22:51:26+0000
Aonach Eagach with Neil today was absolutely phenomenal. The entire day was exceptional and I felt very safe. He is a... very trusted guide with knowledge and experience that goes well beyond his qualifications. I had so much fun on this route and I cannot wait to go back out again. It had been my best experience on the hills to date. I was given knowledge and skills that will stay with me for life.read more
Linda Baker Allan
2019-05-09T11:28:04+0000
What an amazing day with Neil. First time on the Cuillin Ridge & what a climb to start with The Inaccessible Pinnacle... "Inn Pinn. From the minute I meet Neil I started to believe I could do this! He took away the fear as if he put it in his pocket & for someone that has never climb made it incredibly easy for me. Can't recommend this man highly enough & will walk/climb with him again & again. Thank you Neil you are one in a million ❤️read more
Shirley Reid
2019-05-09T09:41:09+0000
Had an awsome time with Neil climbing the Inaccessible Pinnacle. Couldn't recommend Neil highly enough. Can't wait to... get out again on more adventures. Thank you so much Neil. 😁😁😁😁read more
Rachel King
2019-04-22T18:28:11+0000
We have just returned from climbing Ben Nevis with Neil.Everything about it was fab fab and fab
Neil was brilliant so... experienced and knowledgeable and kept us all going up and down
Weather was brilliant an amazing experience
Can’t recommend Neil enough
Thanks Neilread more
Roy Wilson
2019-03-19T21:12:36+0000
Had a great time winter climbing with Neil in Glencoe and Ben Nevis recently. He is a very experienced mountain guide... and euthusiastic not only about helping his clients achieve their objectives but also their potential. He has a wealth of knowledge and will share tips to help you climb better. Would highly recommend. Oh I forgot. He’s nice guy as well !read more
Colin Larmour
2019-03-03T16:16:48+0000
Absolutely amazing time away with like minded people who I made such good memories with, I can’t recommend Dubh Mor... outdoor enough Danny was so professional but yet relaxed that he allowed us to have fun while learning.
If your thinking about doing anything at all out door Neil Kerr and his team is the man for the job I will definitely be back, fact in the process of it just now 🏔🧗♂️⛰read more
Heath Bradbury
2019-02-24T17:15:23+0000
Had a great week of training on winter skills with Neil and he always gives more than 100%, so would recommend this... course or a summer one to anyone .read more
Gary Robson
2019-02-02T11:40:58+0000
An awesome week in a stunning location with professional & friendly instructors! I had no previous winter mountain... experience and came away fully confident with the knowledge and skills passed on by Danny & Neil. Great lads, great set up! Fully recommend these guys!read more
Christopher Judge
2019-02-01T18:55:13+0000
Can’t explain in words what a fantastic, informative enjoyable week I have just had. We have learnt how to navigate,... use an ice axe, use crampons,Interpret weather reports and avalanche reports, learnt about the local language and culture, plus the local wildlife.
Accommodation, food and instruction has been top drawer! This has really wet my appetite to do more, lads, you have got me!!
Thank you and see you again!! Xread more
Nicola Falconer
2019-01-21T15:29:08+0000
Had a great weekend at the W-into course! Learned so much and I feel it has given me so much more confidence to... continue hiking through the winter months. Neil was very knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging. This is the second course I have done with Dubh Mor, the first being intro to navigation, and it won't be my last! Thanks again Neil for a great weekend and all the winter skills!read more
Marion Mclaughlan
2018-11-19T13:30:09+0000
Neil is very knowledgeable on everything outdoors and very charismatic into the bargain.
Steff Annie
2018-11-05T14:26:32+0000
Great day on a navigation course this time last week.
Neil was so knowledgeable, and not only in navigation.
Really... interesting day and learned a lot.read more
Ben Krawford
2018-10-22T06:25:32+0000
The epitome of benchmark saftey, Niel is incredibly sound and erudite.
Not an easy combo to get.
Mark Nicols
2018-09-07T12:39:10+0000
Just back from an amazing few days with Neil!
I can’t recommend him highly enough. I wanted to get out and up my... skills and experiences climbing the highlands. Neil made a plan, was flexible and delivered exactly what I wanted.
From a multi pitch route, scrambling, basic and more complicated rope skills Neil taught me so much with an easy and professional delivery with a good chunk of humour chucked in!
Coffee and chat was pretty good too. Top bloke. 👍read more
Paul Edward Dudgeon
2018-08-26T10:31:56+0000
What a day I had the weather was great the company was amazing and learned so much . So many first by me thanks to the... guidance of Neil Kerr . Do my first absail in 30 years setup my first top rope learned how to belay and put it in to pactracie . Then I even climbed my first ever climb and it was a VS I managed to climb 3 diffrent VS climbs I was so amazed I managed this with the help of all that was there. So looking forward to my next climb looks like you might of turned a hill junkie in to a rock junkie Neil lolread more
Nikki Maclean
2018-07-04T01:52:09+0000
Last week I treated myself to an early birthday present and invested in a guided day on the Aonach Eagach ridge with... Neil Kerr from Dubh Mor Oudoor. What a fantastic day and an amazing experience- Neil didn't just lead but shared tips, skills and expertise to take on this type of terrain and instilled the confidence to enable me to do it. Add to that an encyclopedic knowledge of the area and it's history (and some funny stories and cracking weather) and it made for an unforgettable day. Can thoroughly recommend this to anyone wishing to 'do more' than they though they could. �read more
Ann Logan
2018-06-28T19:11:37+0000
UPDATED REVIEW
9th May 2019
“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be”
“ To succeed first you have... to turn up to the event”
“Physiologically fear and excitement are the same reaction- the difference is in how our brain interprets the reaction”
If you ever doubt your ability to achieve ask this man for help. Who would have thought I’d ever have abseiled, loved it and be heading back for more. Much love to Neil and Steph for making the impossible so easily possible.
Original review
Walked with several guides in the past including Mountain Guides, Mountain Leaders and Mountain Instructors. Each giving me different learning curves. Today with Neil was altogether a great technical learning day taking home lots of lessons and things to practice. Easy to follow up and down-if that’s what you want. Better for me was how he broke down the components to give me a better understanding of how to make better choices and keep myself safe and secure. Effortlessly finding routes to practice the skills he was teaching me. Impressed myself with what I achieved today. If you want technical understanding, improvement in movement and confidence Neil is the Mountain Instructor for you.read more
Pamela McGuinn
2018-05-21T20:13:33+0000
I am just back from a weekend hillwalking in Torridon with Neil as one of the guides.
Neil has a superb knowledge of... the outdoors, the surrounding area, gaelic and tells some great stories.
In terms of his skills on the mountains he offered options for easy or harder routes involving some scrambling and was full of tips, techniques and encouragement.
Safety is a clearly a priority and manages to assess this quickly in terms of weather conditions and level of the people and group.
He also has the most adorable, well behaved dog Reeva you will ever meet!
I look forward to doing the Aonach Eagach with Neil in July and wouldn't hesitate to hire him for future adventures or recommend him and Dubh Mor outdoors to others.read more
Robin Adamson
2018-05-21T19:29:09+0000
Just back from a superb day on Liathach with Neil. Having complete confidence in his ability allowed me to push out of... my personal comfort zone. I can not recommend him highly enough.read more
Bryan Barry
2018-05-09T21:54:19+0000
Absolutely fantastic two days on the hills with Neil in our two attempts and one success to summit the ln Pinn. Despite... being continually thwarted by the weather he kept us on our toes, scrambling up & down different surfaces, progressively challenging us and made the day thoroughly enjoyable. We now look at rocks through Neils eyes....'Playtime'..... potential play gyms in the great outdoors!! His sense of fun helped us discover a new fun aspect to bagging hills. Scrambling rocks :-)!
He had contingency plans in place for when the weather wouldn't play ball so even if we didn't reach the targeted summit we still felt we achieved.
Neil was highly tuned into the ever changing conditions & surroundings and us, making us feel very safe.
Lots of interesting chat, great company. We'll be back!read more
Alison Cunningham
2018-05-08T20:02:30+0000
Neil was a fantastic guide for my ascent of Sgurr Dearg and the In Pinn over the May holiday weekend. We had a superb... day in challenging weather but somehow Neil gave me the confidence and knowledge to commit to the climb and complete what I had thought was an impossible dream. Professional, fun, amazingly experienced and just a great guy with lots of great stories!read more
Clarissa Ng
2018-04-07T17:33:16+0000
Spent a day with Neil and others around Loch an Eilein on the last day of my winter course in February. It was the best... day that I had that week, as I had a different instructors for different things. Neil took us (myself and 4 others) around Loch an Eilein and we attempted to go up a summit - sorry, Scottish names do escape from my head - but we weren't able to due to heavy snow fall and wind. Nonetheless, I really enjoyed Neil's company, his great knowledge and insight into the Gaelic language and culture, of all the different parts of the world and all the exciting things that he got up to, and of course, he knows his stuff in the great outdoors. He's got all that you could ask for in an instructor/ guide: knowledge, sense of humour, confidence with himself and he's quite generous in giving those confidence out, too! Highly recommended and I look forward to doing some other courses with him in the near future.read more
Catherine Reid
2018-04-02T18:03:58+0000
Spent two fantastic days learning new skills with Neil in Glencoe - which I now know means Glen of the Hounds. Neil... quickly assessed the individual abilities within the group and with his perfect blend of teaching style, encouragement, instruction and humour (not forgetting his endless patience as I was the “least able” - my words - member of the group) he managed to get me to do more than I ever thought I could. Thank you Neil for an unforgettable two days. I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who wants to do more in the great outdoors.read more
Dominic Little
2018-04-02T11:25:56+0000
Done the last 2 days of a 5 day course with Neil not only do u get his expert knowledge but u also get his charismatic... personality thrown in for free. Will definitely be booking up for Glen Coe and the ledge route up Nevis later this yearread more
Patrick Jonathan Evans
2018-04-02T10:21:06+0000
We spent two days with Neil in Glencoe on winter skills. We loved it!
From our first meeting at the co-op in... Ballachulish where we were all buying essentials (sandwiches and Fanta mainly) we were very impressed with Neil’s approach to learning. He took great care to understand what the group wanted from the weekend and tailored the activities to suit. His relentless enthusiasm and positivity were really infectious. (why he needs coffee at all - though he chugs it like water �- is a continued mystery to us!)
We covered everything that we needed to across the 2 days but the thing that made it so good was the variety of information that was shared. As well as the winter skills, we discussed at length many topics, enabled mainly by Neil’s globetrotting experience and immense store of stories. He was unfailingly cheerful throughout and dealt with the different needs of the group really well. It was also really good to see someone who loves the hills and his job share his passion. Even when basically telling two ill equipped ramblers outside of our group that they were risking their own and others lives and how they might best survive their choices, he did it in such a way that the message was clearly received but with great kindness and humility.
I’d definitely use Neil again. Not sure that we can agree on Pierce Brosnan being the best Bond though....read more
CJ Mair
2018-04-01T21:20:33+0000
If you’re wanting to experience the best of the Great outdoors, learn more about it and well ,learn more about so... many others things (Gaelic pronunciation, a quote for every occasion with many attributed to Neil’s dad, have fun whilst doing it and end everyday realising you can do much more than you ever believed then book time with Neil. Just finished 2 days in Glencoe with him. Best 2 days this year.read more
Sara Jzr
2018-02-17T00:23:36+0000
Booking a couple of rock climbing lessons with Neil was an excellent choice! He quickly assessed my skills and focused... on what I can improve to get better results – in that way I could finish every lesson with a nice sense of achievement! 🙂 I find Neil a really good climber, as well as, a motivating and knowledgeable instructor. He is sharing his professional tips in an interesting and clear way and is always happy to give you a comprehensive feedback after a climb, love that! I do certainly recommend Neil to everybody who wants to improve their skills, at every level of advancement! I personally can’t wait for a better weather to set up some new climbing challenges outdoors! 🙂 Thanks a lot!read more
Kim Hamilton
2017-08-28T20:22:11+0000
Fantastic day on Sunday scrambling curved ridge in Glencoe. Thanks Neil for another fab adventure �
