Tag Archives: Alan Halewood

Hairy Maclarey

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Simon Richardson

Alan Halewood and Dave Anderson had a good exploratory day on February 13 when they added the first ever route to Creag Mholach (NN 35168 74631) on the west side of Stob Coire Sgriodain above Loch Treig in the Central … Continue reading →

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What a Difference a Day Makes

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Simon Richardson

Whilst the Northern Corries have remained busy over the last few days with ascents of the early season classics such as Pygmy Ridge, Fingers Ridge and Fallout Corner, activity has now started on Ben Nevis. On October 31, Kenny Grant … Continue reading →

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The Number Four Gully Marker Post Saga

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Simon Richardson

For some inexplicable reason, the marker post at the head of Number Four Gully on Ben Nevis was removed last week and flung down the gully. A few days later on November 14, in a very public-spirited act, it was … Continue reading →

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New Winter Season Underway!

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Simon Richardson

The wind swung around to the North on Monday and winter began on the Scottish hills with the first significant snowfalls of the season. On Tuesday October 18, Ledge Route (II) on Ben Nevis was climbed and Alan Halewood made … Continue reading →

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