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The Walk Together Pathway 2025

Alex

1 year ago

Would you like to become a walk leader? We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join the third training cohort of the Walk Together Pathway. The Walk Together Pathway is a funded programme for People of the Global Majority* to access Mountain Training’s Lowland Leader, Hill & Moorland Leader, and Mountain Leader training…

Platypus Quickdraw Filter and a Nalgene bottle next to a La Sportiva boot

Alex’s Top 5 Best Items of Gear in 2024

Alex

1 year ago

Alex’s Top 5 Best Items of Gear in 2024. This years equipment choices have been based around a winter road trip to Utah and Arizona in the USA and lots of Mountain Leader training and assessment courses. Cold and dry conditions in the American South West deserts and then the usual mixed weather in the…

Top Ten Gear and Equipment Reviews of 2024

Alex

1 year ago

Our equipment reviews and tests have always been a very popular feature of our website. Everyone loves outdoor kit and here at Beyond the Edge we are all secret gear freaks and we get very excited by a new bit of equipment to try out. Our instructing and coaching team use their kit in the worlds…

Climbing big walls? Take plenty of water!

Bailing off a Big Wall: accepting failure as growth

Harriet Whiteley

1 year ago

About a year ago, Mel and I decided to do a big wall in America. A month ago we bailed at the top of the first pitch and flew home without having completed our objective. The route was Tricks of the Trade in Zion National Park, Utah: 18 pitches of up to 5.10d with a…

Aconcagua summit. Everyone in down jackets.

Down versus Synthetic Insulation for Jackets and Sleeping Bags

Harriet Whiteley

2 years ago

It is chilly today, and although the sun is out it does feel like autumn has suddenly burst into being. This is the time of year where we dig out our wooly hats and gloves and shuffle our warmer clothes to the front of the wardrobe. Insulated jackets are an essential bit of kit if…

Three female climbers smiling at camera while taking selfie on rocks in Morocco

Why Book a Climbing Course with Beyond the Edge?

Alex

2 years ago

Why Book a Climbing Course with Beyond the Edge? Aside from our professional qualifications (Between us we hold the following awards; Rock Climbing Instructor, Rock Climbing Development Instructor, Mountain Leader, Winter Mountain Leader, Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor, Winter Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor, International Mountain Leader and Development Coach) we also have one of the most…

Marrakesh with the Atlas mountains in the background

Moroccan Winter Mountaineering

Alex

2 years ago

Moroccan Winter Mountaineering Join us this winter for a week of Moroccan winter mountaineering in the High Atlas mountains with an ascent of Jebel Toubkal (4167m), North Africa’s highest peak Easily accessible high alpine walking, inspiring mountains, and the warm welcoming Berber culture make this an unforgettable Moroccan Winter Mountaineering adventure. With Chris (who has…

The Walk Together Pathway

Alex

2 years ago

We are very pleased to announce our support of and involvement in the Walk Together Pathway. The Walk Together Pathway brings together eight walking groups representing people from the global majority: Black Girls Hike, Black2Nature, Bristol Steppin Sistas, Mosaic Outdoors, Muslim Hikers, NYCE (Nature, Youth, Connection, and Education), Peak District Mosaic and the Sheffield Environmental Movement….

Jetboil Stash Review

Alex

2 years ago

Jetboil Stash Long Term Review; The Jetboil Stash is a lightweight and compact gas canister stove which is perfect for backpacking, wild camping and Mountain Leader expeditions. I’ve been using the Jetboil Stash for over a year now on all my mountain camps while working as a trainer and assessor on the Beyond the Edge…

Earth Day and 1% For The Planet

Alex

2 years ago

Monday 22nd of April is Earth Day! To celebrate we thought it would be useful to highlight the ideas behind 1% For the Planet and let our lovely course attendees know where we send the 1%. Earth Day 2024 The first Earth Day was on April 22nd 1970 and has mobilised over 1 billion people…

New Mountain Training Association Logo

Alex

2 years ago

We always encourage attendees on our Mountain Training qualification courses to join the Mountain Training Association. It is a very worthwhile membership organisation for all climbing, walking and mountain leaders and instructors in the UK and Ireland. It’s designed for all candidates of any of our qualifications – walking leaders, climbing instructors, coaches and/or camping leaders…

The 90 Year Old Cyclist

Alex

2 years ago

Here is a link to a beautiful short film about Benjamin Piovesan. At the age of 90 he still cycles between 400km and 600km per month. Watch this video on YouTube FROM THE DIRECTOR “This is a life portrait of my grandfather illustrated through his love of cycling. From his immigration to France from Italy…

     
 
 
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   Ollie Russell 
 13 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently attended a NNAS silver award. The course was well organised from pre-course contact right through the two days. Claire who instructed the course was friendly, informative, and made sure I maximised my learning and experience for the weekend. Alex also instructed the second day and was equally great. I'd have no hesitation in attending another course with Beyond the edge and recommending them to others.
  
 
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   Simon King-Cline (theupsidebiz) 
 13 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did the two day climbing and rope skills course with Alex. It was excellent in every way. His immense experience and knowledge combined with a very patient approach and encouraging attitude delivered a course that was great fun, and full of first class learning. I look forward to doing the remainder of the trad course later this year. 2 months later I then did the two day learn to trad course with James.  Again this course was excellent in every way.  I look forward to doing more courses such as the multi pitch in Wales.
  
 
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   George Noble 
 12 September 2026
 
 
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The learn to lead trad course exceeded my expectations. Plenty of practice after some short lessons, James was a brilliant instructor throughout who adapted the course to the goals  and level of each student, gave excellent advice to us as individuals and the group, and has offered substantial after care as we consolidate the course material by leading climbs in our own time. Would recommend to anyone.
  
 
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   Kirsty Malcolm 
 11 September 2026
 
 
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I have just completed the two day Hill Skills course and I can’t recommend it more highly. I’ve been hiking for years and have even done serious hikes like the three peaks, Dolomites and in Austria, but like many I’ve been relying on apps and my phone and knew it was really time to build a proper foundation for my hiking skills. I was blown away by how much I learned from our brilliant instructor Graham. From getting confident with map reading and plotting routes off the trails, to learning about mountain rescue and what to do if things go wrong, this course was packed with amazing info and hands on practical skills. I’ll now be looking to complete my Lowland Leader accreditation and will definitely be back to Beyond the Edge. Thanks again!
  
 
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   Max McKie 
 7 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic 2 days spent on the outdoor first aid course. Chris is a great instructor with a lot of experience. I would highly recommend doing this course and booking with Beyond the Edge.
  
 
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   Matthew Hall 
 28 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a brilliant 2-day Learn to Lead Trad course with Beyond the Edge. Alex was really knowledgeable, friendly and a great instructor. Learned loads and came away feeling much more confident leading trad. Would definitely recommend!
  
 
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   Salvador Rosas 
 25 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I recently attended a first aid course with Beyond the Edge, and it was an excellent experience from beginning to end. Caroline led the course brilliantly. She was knowledgeable, welcoming and engaging, and explained everything clearly while keeping the training practical, interesting and easy to remember. The relaxed and supportive atmosphere made it comfortable to participate, practise the skills and ask questions. I left feeling much more knowledgeable and confident about responding to an emergency. It was also a pleasure meeting Chris, who made me feel very welcome, and our certificates were sent through promptly after the course. I would highly recommend Beyond the Edge to anyone looking for professional, practical and genuinely enjoyable first aid training.
  
 
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   Shannon Beal 
 23 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just completed my RCI Training with Beyond the Edge, and my nerves were put at ease instantly. Our course leaders Alex, James and Chris ran the training in a very relaxed manner, no question was a stupid question, and they are genuinely exited to encourage new people into the outdoor world, and i have left with a full suitcase of new skills, knowledge and enjoyment. Great company to start your outdoor qualification journey with!
  
 
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   Nigel Gregory 
 21 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I attended a hill skills course with Beyond the Edge. Delivery was at a sensible steady pace, a few hours in the ‘classroom’ with nav essentials then out to put these into practice and further skills like using emergency shelters, compass work & pacing. A lot covered in 2 days. Thoroughly recommend this course if you’re wanting to get more from your days out in the hills. Thank you Beyond the Edge.
  
 
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   Emma Scott 
 20 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff and great location. I was made to feel totally safe and at ease with the whole two day training course and I was worried being a middle aged female. Would definitely go back to complete my assessment with Beyond the Edge.
  
 
 
  
 
 
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