Mountain Skills and Qualifications

Hill and Moorland Leader Training

From £245 per person (1:6 ratio)

Duration: Three (3) days (30 hours minimum)
Cost: £245 per person (1:6 ratio)
Terrain / location: Eryri (Snowdonia), Peak District, and Yorkshire Dales
Dates: Please contact us
Award body: Mountain Training

About Hill and Moorland Leader Training

The Hill and Moorland Leader Award enables experienced hill walkers to lead groups on day walks in the hills and moorlands of the United Kingdom and Ireland in summer conditions.

Who’s it for?

Operating in terrain that is generally more remote than that used by Lowland Leaders and not as steep or rocky as ground covered by Mountain Leaders, Hill and Moorland training is ideal for Duke of Edinburgh leaders, scout leaders and volunteer staff, and opens up a natural pathway for anyone wishing to lead and work with others in the outdoors.

You’ll need to be aged 18 or over and have at least a year’s worth of experience of hill walking.

What will I learn?

Spending 3 days in some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes, our trainers will guide you through everything you need to know to confidently and safely lead in hill and moorland areas:

Leader responsibilities
Leadership and decision-making
Planning and weather
Hazards and emergency procedures
Equipment
Walking skills
Navigation
Teaching and learning skills
Access, conservation and the environment

You’ll be part of a small learning group of up to six (6) people, ensuring a personalised, fun and friendly learning experience.

Course Details

Detail	Information
Course Duration	Three (3) days (30 hours minimum)
Course Cost	£245 per person (1:6 ratio)
Terrain Area	Eryri (Snowdonia), Peak District, and Yorkshire Dales
Course Dates	Please contact us

Important Information

Mountain Training requires all candidates register before beginning training. If you’re not already registered with Mountain Training, the Mountainsandmoor team can guide you through the registration process after you’ve booked.

Mountain Training aims to inspire, enable and develop people in walking, climbing and mountaineering through the provision of nationally and internationally recognised skills training and leadership qualifications. The Hill and Moorland Leader Award is one such qualification. All Mountain Training courses are quality assured.