Experience mountaineering and rock climbing with a friendly, UK qualified and insured British Mountain Guide trainee, providing expert instruction and guiding tailored to your needs.

James Boothroyd Guiding

  • James is a patient, encouraging, unflappable guide in all kinds of mountain situations. Just three days of climbing instruction with him changed my confidence and gave me the boost I needed to take my leading to the next level. You can definitely trust him for leadership while developing your own skills

    Andrew, Edinburgh

  • James has been amazing at helping me improve my climbing indoors and develop confidence outdoors with climbs and scrambles! He chose the perfect routes that were the right level of a challenge and really enjoyable (and great views)! He was always so encouraging and got me up things I never thought I’d be able to climb! Highly highly recommend for anyone wanting to gain climbing/ scrambling experience

    Evie, Dinorwic

  • James provided great instruction in the fundamentals of trad climbing, helping us successfully lead our first trad routes. His experience and knowledge has equipped us with skills that have improved both our climbing skills. We can't recommend him enough!

    Lucas and Freya, Llanberis

UK Rock Guiding

The UK is home to an incredible diversity of climbing destinations, offering everything from stunning Scottish sea stacks, rugged mountain crags in North Wales and the Lake District to the breathtaking sea cliffs of Pembroke. Each region boasts its own unique character and challenges, making it a haven for climbers of all levels.

If you’re eager to tackle some classic routes and see what these beautiful areas have to offer, please get in touch

Rock Climbing Instruction

Whether you’re a complete beginner starting your climbing journey or an experienced climber aiming to refine your technique, I have courses to cater to all levels. I provide comprehensive instruction to help you improve your climbing, by developing your technical skills, enhancing your gear placements, and mastering efficient and safe climbing practices. For those looking to push their climbing grade, I offer performance coaching that includes route analysis and insights into the psychology of climbing. With a focus on safety and performance, I can help you develop the confidence and abilities to be a better climber.