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​​West Sussex based Heads Up Adventures is about encouraging people to learn how to navigate using a map and compass, so they feel empowered to widen their walking experiences in the hills and mountains of the UK. 

You can join my Nav & Natter walks and develop your skills in a variety of stunning locations in the South Downs. PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS, these sociable walks introduce you to all the basics of navigation, with plenty of opportunities to practice the skills with my support & guidance. I also run Sussex based guided walking weekends and an opportunity to join me for a weekend in the mountains.

Half and Full day Nav and Natter sessions available

2026 dates - 

• Sunday 8th & Friday 20th March
• Friday 3rd & Sunday 19th April
• Thursday 14th & Saturday 30th May
• Sunday 14th & Wednesday 24th June
• Wednesday 5th & Saturday 22nd August
• Sunday 6th & Wednesday 23rd September

More details and booking can be found here

Dates don't suit? Please feel free to contact me to arrange a date that works for you or your group.

Alternatively why not explore one of my adventure weekends?

Walk and YHA weekend - the perfect weekend away for those who love a little more luxury at the end of a walking day! A 1.5 day guided walking weekend on the South Downs, staying at YHA Southease near Lewes. 24 km walk Saturday, relaxing, sociable evening at the YHA, a stretch it out 5km walk Sunday morning, heading home by lunchtime. 25/26th April. More info here

Carry your kit and camp mini adventure. An introduction to rucksack packing, kit carrying and a semi wild camp with fire and toilet. 9/10th May. More info here

Come and join us ​​​​for 2 days of moderately challenging walking (approx 18km per day) across the glorious South Downs with an overnight stay at Gumber Bothy. Expect incredible views, stunning sunrise & sunsets, lots of laughter and more..! 8/9th August More details