Introduction to Navigation Course – One-Day Workshop in the Marlborough Downs
Schedule
Sun, 14 Sep, 2025 at 09:30 am
UTC+01:00Location
Marlborough Downs | Marlborough, EN
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Time: 09:30 AM – 3:30 PMLocation: Marlborough Downs, Wiltshire
Instructor: Rob McGrady – Qualified Mountain Leader
Group Size: Maximum 6 participants
Cost: £65 per personLearn to Navigate with Confidence
Ready to explore the outdoors safely and independently? Join our one-day Introduction to Navigation course and gain the essential skills you need to confidently use a map and compass in the UK countryside.
Set in the beautiful and peaceful Marlborough Downs, this hands-on outdoor course is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills. With a small instructor-to-participant ratio, you’ll get personalised support and plenty of practice time.
What You’ll Learn
This practical navigation course covers all the fundamental map and compass skills needed for safe and enjoyable adventures in the hills, moors, and mountains of the UK, including:
Understanding and using 1:25,000 OS maps
Reading grid references and using romer scales
Interpreting map features and symbols
Setting the map using a compass
Handrailing and following linear features
Rights of way and access awareness
How to use route cards and pacing cards
Basic compass bearings and orientation
Whether you’re planning solo walks or joining group hikes, these skills will help you stay safe, build confidence, and make the most of your time in nature.
What’s Included
We provide all the key materials you’ll need for the day:
Weatherproof OS maps
Route cards
Pacing cards
Compass
You’ll just need to bring your own lunch, suitable outdoor clothing, and a sense of adventure. A recommended kit list will be emailed to all participants in advance.
Why Join This Course?
Ideal for beginners with no previous navigation experience
Gain practical, real-world skills in a supportive environment
Explore the Wiltshire countryside with an expert instructor
Build the confidence to plan and follow your own routes
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Where is it happening?
Marlborough Downs, Marlborough, Wiltshire, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
