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Upper Limits UK

Provider of Professional Training and Outdoor Adventurous Activities for all

COMPANY PROFILE

After being involved with a similar project in Central London, Alistair Poulain and Steve Collis formed Upper Limits UK Ltd in July 2000 & rebranded in 2020. The company is now dedicated to providing adventurous activities, events and professional training in a unique style that is normally associated with the British Armed Forces for individuals and business alike. Our activitie

s, events and training programmes are designed to motivate, build team spirit and give all those who attend a sense of achievement and well-being. Active Training Solutions, A division of Upper Limits was set up mid 2005 to complement our other activities and provide Professional Training and Courses for people from all walks of life who are keen to develop or learn new skills associated with the leisure industry. Many of our small but professional team of instructors have served with the Army Physical Training Corps, which is directly responsible for the Physical, Adventurous and Recreational Training of the British Army, both in the UK and Overseas. We are totally committed to assisting you in achieving your goals and making your experience with us a memorable one.

10/06/2026

The team are just back from 5 days training in the Lake District, taking in some Wainwrights & Birketts whilst conducting some personal navigation training too.

Our base was at Castlerigg Farm Campsite just outside Keswick which is a great place to stay, especially with all its facilities and being so close to the town and many walking routes too.

We had planned to complete 5 varied routes, high and low level taking in ridges, Grade 1 Scrambles and Explorer routes too however, with the poor conditions and gusting winds we only managed 3 of these.

Nevertheless we managed to take in:
6 Wainwrights:
Red Pike 755m, High style 807m, High Crag 744m, High Seat 608m, Bleaberry Fell 590m & Walla Crag 379m

Along with 3 other Birketts too:
Dodd 641m, Seat 561m & Dodd 502m

The others will be there for another trip!

We managed to squeeze in a short explorer day around Rydal on the journey back south which could have easily been extended or used as a wet weather day as there was so much to do. We took in a short section of the , Rydal Hall, lake and caves.

We had time for a quick beer at Badgers Bar, before the final leg of our journey.

There is so much still much to do in the area and so much we, as a team still want to complete... and not just in the lakes!

I personally now head into 5 days of back course delivery then planning and admin for future trips.

Details of all our routes can be found on Mountain Adventures & Training with route fly throughs and maps provided.

Keswick, Cumbria Harvey Maps Hiiker Mac in a Sac Páramo Directional Clothing Lowe Alpine LOWA

31/05/2026

Want to find out more about the National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS)?

The following 2026 Courses are not only aimed at those looking to improve their navigation and map reading skills but also as a self-check for outdoor enthusiasts & professionals looking to go on to Mountain Training leading qualifications or becoming a navigation & map reading tutor as well and counting towards CPD.

Up and coming courses are as follows:
· NNAS Silver Award (Intermediate) - 04th & 05th July (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
· NNAS Tutor Award - 15th July (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
· NNAS Gold Award (Advanced) - 18th & 19th July (Glyntawe, Brecon Beacons).
· NNAS Bronze Award (Beginner) - 05th & 06th Aug (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds)
· NNAS Bronze Award (Beginner) - 05th & 12th Aug (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
· NNAS Bronze Award (Beginner) - 11th & 12th Aug (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
· NNAS Silver Award (Intermediate) - 26th & 27th Sept (The Mendips, Somerset)
· NNAS Tutor Award - 09th Oct (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
· NNAS Gold Award (Advanced) - 17th & 18th Oct (Glyntawe, Brecon Beacons).

Courses cost includes:
· NNAS Registration Fee
· Tea / Coffee at the start of the day
· Workbook and handouts (depending on course)
· Certification

Maps and all training aids will be available for use on the day. Please contact me if accommodation is required as we have preferential rates with many hosts & sites.

Please call 07414 495705 / 01454 321153 or e-mail: [email protected] for more information or to book.

All other courses and dates for 2026 can be found at: www.upperlimits.co.uk
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25/05/2026

After a week of course delivery, it's been great to be back outside soaking up the sunshine whilst training in Mid Wales.

We based ourselves in Ponterwyd with a loose plan to complete some hill days and hit the coast too.

Given the weather, Friday we did a tough cross country route to take in Drygarn Fawr 645m.

Saturday we completed two short coastal routes. The first a figure of 8 loop around Ynyslas followed by a linear from Aberdyfi to Tywyn with a return by train (a really good option on this type of route).

Sunday was another hill day to take in the Crugyn Ci trig at 533m from the Penygarreg Reservoir. We didn't see a soul!
Probably as these peaks are some of the most remote in the Cambrian Mountain Range.

Today it was a short explorer day at Gilfach Nature reserve followed by a visit to the Red Kite Feed Station in Rhayader and dinner in Abergavenny to break up the return trip across the boarder.

Detailed route information can be found on Mountain Adventures & Training.

We now have 10 days of course delivery and admin before heading to The Lakes to tick off a few more Wainwrights and more training prior to heading back out to the in September.

Upper Limits UK use the Hiiker mapping app in support of map & Compass, Harvey Maps where possible, LOWA hiking boots and shoes along with Mac in a Sac & Páramo Directional Clothing.

10/05/2026

Who was in the Bannau Brycheiniog - Brecon Beacons - National Park this weekend?

We headed over for two great new routes for us and the walking group.

Saturday saw us take in a great route up onto Crug Mawr (i would change our route off if done again) and today, it was Tor y Foel.

This weekend has been extremely memorable and probably one of the best weekends I have had in the park. You don't need to go high or take in well know peaks to enjoy fantastic routes in the area so head over to Mountain Adventures & Training for detailed route information especially if your looking at gaining the Hill and Moorland Leader Qualification with Mountain Training.

The Walking group head to Portishead next for a coastal walk (for a change).

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04/05/2026

Dates for my next set of Level 3, 8hr / 16hr Outdoor First Aid Courses are as follows:

• 14th & 15th May - Downend, (Bristol)
• 13th & 14th June - Downend, (Bristol)
• 04th & 05th July - Downend, (Bristol)
• 01st & 02nd Aug - Downend, (Bristol)
• 29th & 30th Aug - Downend, (Bristol)
• 19th & 20th Sept - Downend, (Bristol)

There may be the option to bolt on additional qualifications such as: Forestry (F+ / Life Threatening Bleed Control), Paediatric and / or Emergency First Aid at work depending on group requirements. Additional fees may apply.

Courses are fully accredited, meet the requirements of the majority of NGB’s and are Ideal for Professional Outdoor Instructors, Group Leaders and teachers who deliver or assist with Outdoor Adventurous Activities or DofE. Costs from £135.00pp (£72.50 for 1-day Courses) discounted group rates available (POA).

Cost includes:
• Delegate resource pack
• Appropriate First Aid Handbook
• Quick Reference Guide & Handouts
• Refreshments
• Certification

Please call 07414 495705 / 01454 321153 or e-mail: [email protected] for more information or to book.
All other courses and dates for 2026 can be found at: www.upperlimits.co.uk

27/04/2026

Congratulations to all those who successfully achieved the NNAS Tutor Award (Friday) and NNAS Silver Award that took place on the Mendips over the weekend.

Check out the "Events" tab above or visit our Website www.upperlimits.co.uk for all other courses.

National Navigation Award Scheme Harvey Maps Hiiker Mac in a Sac LOWA Mountain Training BMC South West area

21/04/2026

Want to find out more about the National Navigation Award Scheme (NNAS)? The following 2026 Courses are not only aimed at those looking to improve their navigation and map reading skills but also as a self-check for outdoor enthusiasts & professionals looking to go on to Mountain Training leading qualifications or becoming a navigation & map reading tutor as well and counting towards CPD.

Up and coming courses are as follows:
• NNAS Tutor Award - 24th April 2026 (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
• NNAS Silver Award (Intermediate) - 25th & 26th April 2026 (The Mendips). 1 Place remaining
• Pathfinder Navigation series - Introduction to Navigation & Map Reading / NNAS Straight to Silver - 16th May 2026 (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
• NNAS Tutor Award - 31st May 2026 (The Mendips).
• NNAS Silver Award - 04th & 5th July (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
• NNAS Tutor Award -15th July 2026 (Old Sodbury, The Cotswolds).
• NNAS Gold Award - 18th & 19th July 2026 (Glyntawe, Brecon Beacons).

Courses cost includes:
• NNAS Registration Fee
• Tea / Coffee at the start of the day
• Workbook and handouts (depending on course)
• Certification

Maps and all training aids will be available for use on the day. Please contact me if accommodation is required as we have preferential rates with many hosts & sites.

Please call 07414 495705 / 01454 321153 or e-mail: [email protected] for more information or to book.
All other courses and dates for 2026 can be found at: www.upperlimits.co.uk
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18/04/2026

A huge congratulations to Lynda Hole (A NNAS Tutor with us) who has just completed and bagged every peak (named and unnamed) & ring contour in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Lyn started her journey with us just under 5 years again having never climbed a mountain previously. Her list of achievements is massive and spreads across Dartmoor, Exmoor, The Quantocks, The Mendips, The Malverns, The Cambrians, Snowdonia and The Lake District not to mention most of the Counties across the South West were she has completed their highest peaks and many more. The list is crazy! 🤪

For those looking to take on this challenge the head over to Mountain Adventures & Training were all the peaks and grid references for the ring contours can be found. Today's route fly through and route details can also be found there.

Lyn is a huge inspiration to all and an ambassador for Upper Limits.
Why not jump onto one of our navigation & map reading courses or guided walks and chat with Lyn about her experiences.

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12/04/2026

Well, the forecast for yesterday was just about spot on - four seasons in a day.

Started this route from Glyntawe, taking in the steep climb up to Fan Hir, then Fan Brycheiniog, dropping to Llyn y Fan Fawr and off via the Beacons Way.

The full route, fly through and map can be found on Mountain Adventures & Training.

After delivering other courses this week, we head back to the park next weekend for Lynda to tick off her final 600m plus ring contour. This will mean she has completed every peak (named or otherwise) & ring contour over 600m in the whole of the park.

In May the Walking group will take in Crug Mawr and another route on Tor y Foel overlooking the Talybont reservoir.

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09/04/2026

Sorry LOWA, needed something bright in my Randirs that needed new laces! Still a fantastic boot and now good to go again this coming weekend on the Beacons.

My Maddox Pro will again be my go to Approach shoe as in approaching the Brecon Beacons from just over the bridge on the drive on Saturday.

Upper Limits UK recommend being fitted by the experts at LOWA and swear by their walking boots & trail shoes. All our team use LOWA 💪💪🤟👍🏻👍🏻

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Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

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