Lowland Leader Courses

The Lowland Leader qualification is designed for people who wish to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions. It is a very accessible qualification and is frequently used for supervisors of DofE expeditions and health and yoga walk leaders.

Beyond the Edge is one of the UK’s most experienced providers of Mountain Training qualifications. Our courses are both highly informative and run by hugely experienced trainers. Importantly, in our opinion, they are also fun and run in a friendly manner. We take great pride in the very high percentage of individuals who return for further courses.

Our Range of Lowland Leader Courses

These courses, which we run regularly in the Peak District, are a wonderful opportunity to learn the leadership skills required to feel confident about taking people out walking / hiking, even if you don’t plan to work in the outdoors. Learn more about the Lowland Leader qualification from Zoe Kellett by watching the video below.

Camping Leader Course

The one–day Camping Leader module, which covers the additional skills of supervising expedition groups at campsites, is an optional add–on.

Lowland Leader Training

We run our Lowland Leader training courses in a friendly and enjoyable manner, ensuring they are highly informative. We are very proud of the high percentage of participants who return for assessment and to take other courses with us.

Lowland Leader Assessment

Complete the mandatory assessment and achieve the Lowland Leader qualification. To help you prepare, you will receive a home study paper and comprehensive joining instructions.

Environmental Education Workshops

Learn about the environment of the Peak District and the wide variety of animals, birds, plants and  fungi that make it their home.  1 CPD point for MTA members.

Outdoor First Aid

Learn the fundamentals of providing first aid in the outdoors quickly and thoroughly with fun, realistic and interactive emergency scenarios.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Beyond the Edge is committed to ensuring that everyone has ean qual opportunity to attend our courses. If you feel you may need additional support to attend, please do let us know so we can facilitate this. Learn more about reasonable adjustments by reading Mountain Training’s guide.

Entry Requirements

Please note there are minimum experience requirements for attending both Lowland Leader training and assessment. To get started on Lowland Leader training, you must:

  • Have recorded 10 “Quality” walks on DLOG or have attended a Hill Skills course.
  • Be at least 17 years old
  • Have an interest in leading groups in lowland countryside
  • Create an account on the Mountain Training website and register for the Lowland Leader qualification (cost: £69)

Why Choose Beyond the Edge

There are a number of reasons for choosing us as your partner for your outdoor adventures. We will always work to ensure that everyone feels welcome, enjoys themselves, and learns vital skills in our sessions. Other benefits of booking a course with us include:

  • Gain access to the knowledge of highly experienced instructors
  • Complete nationally-recognised qualifications and courses
  • Our team has over 20 years of experience delivering outdoor training
  • We are trusted by outdoor professionals, individuals, and organisations alike

Get in Touch

Refresher & Reassessment Sessions

If you need a quick refresh on any aspect of the Lowland Leader syllabus or need to be reassessed on an aspect of the course, we would be delighted to help you out. Please contact the office to discuss your requirements. A common area for further development is navigation, and you may want to look at our navigation courses to help in this area.

Bespoke Dates and Locations

At Beyond the Edge, we are more than capable of handling groups of various sizes, at a time and place that works for you. For groups of 2 or more, bespoke dates and locations can be arranged for both Lowland Leader training, assessment and the Camping Leader Module. Please contact the office for more information.

Lowland Leader Course FAQs

How Much Does A Lowland Leader Course Cost?

At Beyond the Edge, we offer Lowland Leader training courses from £165 per person, and assessments from £180 per person. 

Do I Need to Complete the Lowland Leader Training Course Before the Assessment?

Yes, you must have completed a Lowland Leader training course before you can book onto an assessment. Take a look at our Lowland Leader training course to learn more about the syllabus.

What Counts as a “Quality” Walk?

A ‘Quality’ walk, or ‘Quality Lowland Day’, should take place in lowland terrain in the UK or Ireland, and follow this criteria:

  • The individual takes part in the planning and leadership.
  • An unfamiliar locality is explored.
  • Navigation skills are required.
  • Knowledge is increased and relevant skills practised.
  • Judgement and decision making is required.
  • Four hours or more journey time.

What Is a Lowland Leader?

A Lowland Leader is someone who leads groups on day walks in woodland in summer conditions and lowland countryside.

How Old Do You Have To Be to Become a Lowland Leader?

You must be 18 years or older to complete the Lowland Leader assessment course. However, you can be 17 to complete the training course.

Where Are the Lowland Leader Courses Held?

Our base at the Anglers Rest in Bamford (S33 0DY) is ideally suited for Lowland Leader walking within the beautiful and highly accessible Peak District. The mix of gentle valleys and woodland offers an almost endless amount of Lowland Leader walks right from our doorstep. Bamford is only two and a half hours from central London by train, and if travelling by car, the pub has ample free parking.