Winter Adventures & Creative Workshops in Torridon

At Climb Torridon, we believe the colder months offer the most rewarding experiences in the North West Highlands. To ensure our guests have the perfect environment to relax and learn, we have partnered with The Old Inn, Gairloch, to host a season of immersive winter mountain courses and artisanal workshops.

By basing our winter operations at the Inn, we provide our clients with a seamless blend of world-class instruction and high-quality NC500 accommodation.

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Winter Mountain Instruction

Our core mission remains providing the highest level of guiding and instruction around the Torridon giants area. When you book a winter course with us, you are gaining access to years of local expertise on peaks like Liathach, Beinn Eighe, and An Teallach.

• Winter Mountain Skills: Our 2-day and 5-day courses are the gold standard for those looking to transition from summer hillwalking to winter mountaineering. We cover everything from essential axe and crampon work to complex winter navigation.
• Technical Mountaineering & Climbing: For those looking to progress, we offer guided technical ascents on the famous ice and mixed routes of the North West.

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The Winter Highland Experience: More Than Just the Mountains

We recognise that a winter Highland holiday is often about more than just the summit. Through our partnership with The Old Inn, we have helped curate a wider programme for those who want to combine mountain days with creative pursuits, or for partners who prefer to stay off the high ground.

While you are on the hill with us, the “Winter Highland Experience” at the Inn offers:

• Artisan Baking: Masterclasses led by master pâtissier Benoît Vergels.
• Highland Crafts: Including Pewter Embossing Workshops, weaving and tapestry.
• Creative Arts: Landscape painting and art workshops designed to capture the unique winter light.

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Your Base Camp in Gairloch

We have chosen The Old Inn as our winter base because they understand the needs of mountaineers. It is one of the few hotels in Gairloch offering dedicated facilities for our clients, including:

• Bespoke Drying Room: Essential for preparing your kit for the next day.
• Hearty Highland Menu: The perfect way to refuel after a day in the elements.
• Warm Hospitality: A traditional atmosphere to relax and share stories of the day’s climb.

Whether you are visiting for NC500 activities or a focused mountain skills course, the combination of Climb Torridon’s instruction and The Old Inn’s hospitality provides the ultimate Highland winter retreat.