Climbing Instructor and former reservist in the Royal Marines Commandos, James has a passion for all things outdoors and loves is a strong advocate for adventure in the U.K. He enjoys rock climbing on long adventurous traditional routes, mountain walking and scrambling in summer and winter, ski touring, mountain biking and surfing. Food is one of his other passions and he loves foraging and cooking outdoors. Although James passionately believes the U.K is a fantastic playground and is not to be underestimated he has also spent a bit of time on adventures in other parts of Europe. His previous experiences include Rally navigation and Powerboating and James would like to soon add paragliding to his list of regular pursuits.

Royal Marines CommandoMountain Training AssociationBritish CanoeingRoyal Yachting Association

Qualifications

Climbing & Mountaineering
MTA - Rock Climbing Instructor (RCI)

Power Boats
Royal Marines Commando - Landing Craft Coxswain (LC3)
RYA - Basic Sea Survival
RYA - VHF Short Range Radio Licence (GMDSS)

First Aid
ITC - First Aid Certificate