Our Team
James Boothroyd
James is a an Aspirant IFMGA/BMG Mountain Guide. James enjoys all forms of climbing, from sport climbing to big alpine routes. He lived in Chamonix for five years, spending his time climbing and skiing as much as possible. In the Alps, he’s ticked off classic test pieces like the North Face of the Grandes Jorasses and Les Droites. He’s also skied the Haute Route and other iconic ski tours across the Alps.
James is now based in the Lakes and spends his time climbing as much as possible. He loves pushing his own limits but gets just as much enjoyment from introducing people to the mountains and sharing the joy of the outdoors.
Josh Fawcett
Josh is an aspirant British Mountain Guide, currently working towards full IFMGA certification. With extensive climbing and skiing experience across the globe, he brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to every trip. His adventures have taken him from the big walls of Yosemite to challenging mixed routes in the Alps, and he’s climbed 100’s of classic Scottish winter routes.
Passionate about the outdoors, Josh thrives on sharing adventurous mountain experiences with his clients. In addition to his guiding qualifications, he holds an IRATA Level 3 certification, giving him advanced knowledge in rope work and safety systems.
Amelia Herd
Amelia keeps the admin side of Lake District Mountain Guides running smoothly, from replying to enquiries and managing bookings to sorting guide rotas and looking after our socials. When she's not at her desk, she's usually out trad climbing, bouldering, or trail running across the fells.
This is our core guiding team, though we also work alongside a number of trusted freelance instructors and guides. Our instructors and anyone who works for us are members of either the British Association of Mountain Guides (BMG) or the Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI). We work only with guides who are experienced, insured, and passionate about the outdoors, and who take pride in helping others develop their skills and confidence in the mountains.
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