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Winter Climbing - Ben Nevis - CIC Hut

CIC Hut on Ben NevisThis course is based at the highest mountain hut in the British Isles, 680m above sea level, at the foot of the most extensive and challenging winter climbing cliffs anywhere in the country. It is being held in late winter to make the most of snow and ice conditions, which usually have consolidated well by that time. This course is ideal for intermediate or advanced levels of participant up to Grade V. People booking should indicate their upper level of aspiration and instructional or guiding requirements. The course meets on the Saturday evening for a kit check.

The next day is spent walking up to the hut (2/3 hours) and settling in. Climbing instruction/guiding takes place on five days (Mon to Fri). It is possible to shop for food in Fort William on both Saturday and Sunday if necessary (food should be provided by those attending the course). All cooking utensils are available at this basic but comfortable hut which can accommodate up to eighteen people. It is served by bottled gas and wind power for lighting, heating and cooking. A sleeping bag should be brought for use in the hut. Foam mattresses are provided. Accommodation in Fort William for the Saturday night prior to the week and Friday afterwards can be booked in advance. Please indicate your preference, Self Catering or B&B.

CIC Hut

Ben Nevis summitCost:

  • £650.00. Includes hut fees.

Ratio:

  • 1:2 (Grade III to V)

Dates:

  • March 8/13th and 22/27th 2009

Course meets on the Sunday morning at Alan's place (0930) and finishes on the following Friday afternoon.

Useful links

Winter kit list

 

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