Long Weekend Adventures

Long Weekend Adventures

The perfect balance of adventure and time away

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5.0 / 5.0•Over 211+ Five-Star Reviews
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Your Perfect Long Weekend in the Highlands See why our Long Weekend Adventures offer the ideal balance of time and adventure in the Scottish Highlands. From tackling the dramatic Black Cuillin ridge over multiple days to intensive rock climbing development in stunning Highland locations, discover how 3-4 days with us can provide that perfect extended break - long enough to truly disconnect and challenge yourself, but short enough to fit around your busy life. Make your next bank holiday truly memorable.

FLAGSHIP EXPEDITION • ISLE OF SKYE

THE SKYE CUILLIN RIDGE TRAVERSE

Over 13,000ft of ascent across Britain’s most iconic and technical alpine ridge.

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What sets us apart

Small groups, qualified instructors, and days shaped around the people who turn up.

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Stories from the hill and the water

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"2 Day Winter Climbing intro"

My dad and I underwent a two day intro to winter climbing. This course was everything I hoped for and Stephen was a friendly, reassuring and attentive instructor. He listened to what we wanted to do and tailored each day to fit our wants and abilities. I felt safe and trusted at all times and would not hesitate to recommend this course or any other by Scottish Rock and Water. We met on the first morning to discuss weather and avalanche forecasts which we learned more about through planning our day. On the hill we discussed these aspects further as well as covering rope work, anchor building, navigation, use of technical gear and placing protection. Stephen was happy to answer any questions and chat, climbing or non climbing related. Thank you for a great weekend.

Callum SumsionVerified

"Scrambling in Glen Coe"

Highly recommend Stephen and Scottish Rock and Water, I did a 2 day introduction course on scrambling in Glen Coe and Stephen made our experience highly enjoyable and very educational. Stephen is very patient and I felt extremely comfortable and safe during the course at all times. I have gained valuable confidence and knowledge from my 2 days. Had an amazing time, thank you Stephen

Craig BeveridgeVerified

"Tower Ridge Ben Nevis"

Absolutely loved the whole day, even the walk out. Stephen was a top guy, first class guide who made sure we were safe, but also allowed us to enjoy ourselves at the same time. Would highly recommend booking with him if you have any plans for a trip.

Brian Verified

"A great day out learning new tricks"

Me and my partner booked a scrambling course on the Curved ridge in Glen Coe with Stephen. Stephen is a great guide. He tailored our experience to meet our needs and to fill gaps in our knowledge we felt we beeded. We weren't totally sure where we were in terms of experience, but he gave us great confidence in our abilities, and also has great chat ! We wouldn't hesitate to book another course with Scottish Rock and Water, and it's clear that Stephen is an absolute expert at his job. We came away from the day accomplished and confident.

JessicaVerified

"An awesome weekend"

Absolutely awesome weekend with Stephen! We were looking for a guide / instructor to work with us to improve our leading in winter climbing and trad. While the weather wasn't the best, Stephen planned a great weekend nonetheless: one day in Coire an t-Sneachda and another at Cummingston crag (where we could hide from the wind and rain while gaining confidence / skills in leading trad routes). It was a hugely valuable experience.

Charlie and GiuliaVerified

"Fabulous weekend climbing"

My daughter, 13, & I have just had a great weekend climbing with Stephen. I haven't done much outdoor climbing for 20 years and my daughter really wanted to move from indoors to outdoors. Stephen was a fabulous instructor, he gave very good and clear instructions, refreshing my skills and teaching my daughter. By the end of the weekend we now have the skills & confidence to go out climbing by ourselves. Flavours to try at the local ice cream parlour & best local cafe advice were also second to none! It was a brilliant weekend and we would thoroughly recommend Scottish Rock & Water if you want fun, skilled & safe instruction.

Charlotte LobbVerified
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