INTRO TO HIKING

Across this amazing weekend, we’ll combine guided hikes with practical, hands-on sessions covering the essentials of hill safety, navigation, route planning, kit and clothing, pacing and decision making. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to put your new skills into practice in the mountains, with support from a qualified mountain leader throughout.

No previous experience is needed, just a desire to be outdoors. Whether you’re completely new to hiking or you’ve already started exploring but want to feel more capable and independent, this weekend is a chance to learn, ask questions and build confidence in a supportive group of like-minded women.

Expect beautiful landscapes, plenty of laughs, useful skills you’ll actually use, and a weekend that leaves you feeling ready for your next adventure!

Location: The Roaches, Peak District National Park

Dates: 16-18 June '27

Price: £345pp

Difficulty: Beginner

Group Size: Minimum 6, maximum 9 (the minimum number has not been reached yet)

What’s included:

• 2 full days of guided hiking with a qualified mountain leader

• 2 nights exclusive use accommodation in Stanley's rest @ The Roaches

• Transport to and from the trail heads

• Fully qualified, insured and first aid trained female mountain leader

• A group WhatsApp chat prior to the trip

• A supportive, encouraging environment to build confidence outdoors

• Photographs of your adventure
  

What's not included?

• Travel to and from the accommodation (see below)

• Lunches, dinners and snacks (kitchenette provided - see below)

• Personal equipment - a kit list will be provided to you prior to the trip. If you have trouble sourcing any terms just get in touch as we may have something you can borrow.

• Travel and personal insurance (highly recommended)

Where we'll stay:

Our accommodation is located at the foot of The Roaches in the Peak District National Park and is privately booked for us for the whole weekend. There is a fully fitted kitchen, garden area with a hot tub and plenty of free parking. For more information on what’s included in the accommodation click here.

The accommodation is fully self catered and has a fully equipped kitchen. On Saturday we will have a booking at a local pub with the option of having food there (cost not included). The accommodation also has a private hot tub for you to use if you’d like.

Getting there:

By Car: The hostel has a car park attached to it which is free for us to use.

By public transport: Bus 16 between Leek and Buxton stops 4 minutes' walk away from the bunkhouse. Ask for Upper Hulme stop.

Car shares: Car shares are encouraged where possible. If you are driving and can give others a lift pop it in the group chat and inversely if you need some help don’t be afraid to ask!

Itinerary

Friday: Arrive from 1700, settle in and get to know your new friends over some games and drinks and a self catered dinner. We will run through our plan for Saturday and discuss what to pack and the best way of packing your backpack before heading to bed.

Saturday: After some breakfast (self catered) we will head out for a full day of hiking. Throughout the day we will discuss topics such a basic navigation and route finding, hiking techniques, how to deal with an emergency, hiking etiquette, fuelling for hiking and much more. We will also enjoy our lunch out on the hills before heading back to our accommodation for showers and rest. There is the option to head to a local pub for dinner in the evening if you'd like (additional cost).

Sunday: Once again we will be heading out into the hills to take on another beautiful route and learning about the history and landscape of the area along the way. We will build on the skills we learnt the day before and aim to tackle a slightly bigger hike. We will aim to return to the accommodation around 1500 where we can say our goodbyes.

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, prepare for bigger adventures, or simply tick off a bucket list location with a group of like-minded women, this weekend is for you.

Still not sure if this is for you? Message me directly on info@madewildadventures.com or check out our FAQs page.