The Black Cuillin (Skye) Ken got us to the summit of all 11 Munro’s on the cuillin ridge (Isle of Skye). His knowledge and understanding of the mountains was first class and I would highly recommend using Ken.

Aonach Ridge Booked myself and the wife onto the Aonach Eagach route. Do a bit of scrambling but no rope experience hence the booking.
Had first rate correspondence all the way through lockdown and was offered our money back, but we were willing to hold on for this iconic ridge.
It was a wet day, but if Ken had any reservations he certainly didn't let on so didn't make us nervous any more than... read moreBooked myself and the wife onto the Aonach Eagach route. Do a bit of scrambling but no rope experience hence the booking.
Had first rate correspondence all the way through lockdown and was offered our money back, but we were willing to hold on for this iconic ridge.
It was a wet day, but if Ken had any reservations he certainly didn't let on so didn't make us nervous any more than we were.
Ken's confidence was apparent and we were at ease the whole way, even when confronted with the pinnacles .
My wife isn't the best by any means at the climb downs, but Ken was patient whilst I helped coax her feet into the appropriate holds.
We had a great day out and were able to relax and let Ken work out the ways across and down.
We will use West Coast again in the future, especially if going over for the Cuillins. read less

Tower Ridge, Ben Nevis Excellent guidance by Ken throughout our ascent of Ben Nevis via Tower Ridge. His competence and knowledge can't be faulted, giving us a fantastic experience and leaving us feeling in safe hands throughout. I'd definitely recommend West Coast Mountain Guides-professional, know their stuff and great company.

In pin ascent Booked with Ken for the guided ascent of the in pin, got up and down with no hassles. It was a great day out, with lots of tips for future treks given to us. Would highly recommend Ken and west coast mountain guides.

Inn pinn (skye) Top notch service from ken! Got us up and down the inn pinn making sure we were in safe hands, learnt some great tips for future hikes

CIC hut (mid March 2020) Had an amazing week of winter climbing, which was professionally guided by Ken Applegate and Mark Scales. All the clients on this particular course were experienced winter climbers and we were well matched, allowing us to make the most of the excellent conditions and cram in so many classic grade IV/V routes over the week including: Minus Three Gully, Gutless, Minus Two Gully continuing up North East Buttress, Right Hand... read moreHad an amazing week of winter climbing, which was professionally guided by Ken Applegate and Mark Scales. All the clients on this particular course were experienced winter climbers and we were well matched, allowing us to make the most of the excellent conditions and cram in so many classic grade IV/V routes over the week including: Minus Three Gully, Gutless, Minus Two Gully continuing up North East Buttress, Right Hand Wall Route, Vanishing Gully continuing up Tower Ridge, Hadrian's Wall Direct and finishing the trip with the incredible Orion Face Direct. read less

CIC HUT WEEK WINTER CLIMBING COURSE A truly fantastic week with Ken and Mark. I can't believe how much we got done and how kind the conditions were to us. The guides knowledge of the mountain and routes was outstanding, which allowed us to make the most of everyday. I always felt safe and found the climbing, conditions, views and exposure amazing.
Definitely up there as one of my best climbing trips!
I have previously... read moreA truly fantastic week with Ken and Mark. I can't believe how much we got done and how kind the conditions were to us. The guides knowledge of the mountain and routes was outstanding, which allowed us to make the most of everyday. I always felt safe and found the climbing, conditions, views and exposure amazing.
Definitely up there as one of my best climbing trips!
I have previously been on three other trips around Glencoe, The Ben and in the Cairngorms, winter climbing with larger organisations. My experience with" West Coast Mountain Guides" stands out and exceeded my expectations. Ken and Mark love climbing and just wanted to get out there with us and get as much done as possible! read less

Guided winter mountaineering We booked 4 days of guided mountaineering. Booking was easy and Ken responded to all emails before booking concerning gear etc quickly. We had two guides, Niels and Mike. Both were professional, friendly and knowledgeable and went out of their way to ensure we got the most out of our days out. Highly recommend West Coast Mountain guides!

Excellent Grade II winter climbing and guiding We called West Coast a couple of weeks ahead of our planned long weekend on 14th-16th March 2020 and Ken was able to give us two different guides (Jamie and Jamie!) for both of our planned climbing days. We’re both coming back into climbing after a long time out so wanted to re-learn various skills and both of our guides were spot-on in their approach and choice of Grade II... read moreWe called West Coast a couple of weeks ahead of our planned long weekend on 14th-16th March 2020 and Ken was able to give us two different guides (Jamie and Jamie!) for both of our planned climbing days. We’re both coming back into climbing after a long time out so wanted to re-learn various skills and both of our guides were spot-on in their approach and choice of Grade II routes (Beinn a’Chaorainn on Day 1 with Jamie I and Dorsal Arête in Glencoe on Day 2 with Jamie II). The second climb was more testing due to the weather but having an experienced guide meant we could concentrate on the climbing whilst also learning about the decisions we needed to make on routes, avalanche risk, etc. Both Jamie and Jamie were really good company and were always giving us little bits of information as we went along. Highly recommended - we’ll definitely return to West Coast. Thanks very much! read less

Excellent couple of days guided winter climbing Had a great day in the Northern Corries, climbed 3 good routes in Sneachda. The next day was on the Ben climing V/6 on the Douglas Boulder. Tim's expertise meant we crammed in a lot of climbing, especially benefitial when navigating tricky avvy conditions on Ben Nevis.
Really good 2 days and would highly advise booking through them if you're looking to maximise you're available time. Thanks again.

Just what I was after The weather didn't look promising but thanks to Jamie's local knowledge, expertise and judgement we cracked two quality IVs on the Minus face - despite howling gales and snow high up and rain all the way down from the CIC hut. Add to that some intelligent conversation and general happy blether and it was exactly the day I was after. Thanks Jamie and thanks West Coast Mountain Guides.

Private Guiding with Ian Fowler Top notch service. Excellent and tailor made winter guiding with tough routes and summiting Ben Nevis and Cairgoms. Highly recommend!