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Hi, I’m Cathy and I created Heads Up Adventures to help people build confidence with map reading & compass skills whilst experiencing the mental, physical and social benefits of simply being outdoors.
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.
Please have a browse through my website to see more details of what I offer and I hope you’ll feel inspired to get in touch and join me on the hills in 2026.
PS photo featuring the fabulous Hattie who often joins my walks & surely can read a map by now...
NAV & NATTER
Half Day, 5 km, £45
Full Day, 8 km, £65
A taster session for complete beginners to get to know your map & open up a whole new world of walking.
These are offered on various set dates, in various locations around the South Downs or bespoke sessions for you or a group of friends can be privately arranged.
Minimum 2, Maximum 8 people. 1:1’s & private sessions also available
NAV & NATTER PLUS
NAV & NATTER PLUS
Full day, 8km, £75
A chance to refresh and progress your navigation skills, in particular focusing on route planning strategies and developing confidence with the compass.
Half days available on request
Minimum 2, Maximum 8 people. 1:1’s & bespoke sessions also available.
Planning to do your Lowland Leader Training or Assessment? Boost your skills & confidence on a Nav & Natter plus. Contact me to talk through your requirements
DETAILS COMING SOON
NNAS (National Navigation Award Scheme) Accredited courses
2 day Bronze certificate
South Downs
ADVENTURE WEEKENDS
Choose from a selection of weekends encouraging you to embrace your adventurous mindset and try something new.
Ranging from navigation focused weekends, to learning how to pack a rucksack & carry your kit to a semi wild camp, to a guided walk trip to the mountains. Whatever you choose, I guarantee you’ll have plenty of laughs, feel fantastic for being outdoors and make wonderful connections with like minded people.
CARRY YOUR KIT & CAMP
Experience the wonderful freedom and liberating self-reliance of carrying all you need on your back for a short walk and a semi wild overnight camp.
Saturday 9th to Sunday 10th May 2026
GUMBER BOTHY EXPERIENCE
Take some time out with friends and enjoy guided walks in the glorious South Downs with an overnight stay at the unique & remote Gumber Bothy in West Sussex.
Expect incredible views, stunning sunrise & sunsets, lots of laughter and more..!
WALK AND YHA WEEKEND
New for 2026!!
25th & 26th APRIL
The perfect weekend away for those who love a little more luxury at the end of a walking day!
This is a 1.5 day guided walking weekend on the South Downs, starting and finishing at YHA Southease near Lewes. It’s a full day out on the Saturday followed by a relaxing, sociable evening at the YHA, and a stretch it out 5km walk Sunday morning, heading home by lunchtime.
INTRODUCTION TO THE FELLS & MOUNTAINS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT
Gather a group of friends & enjoy up to 2.5 days of fantastic guided walks near Ambleside. Aimed at people who want to expand their walking experiences & feel immersed in a mountain environment without necessarily hiking up thed highest peaks.
Night Navigation
A fantastic confidence booster if you’ve done Nav & Natter or Explorer walk or already have some experience. Sometimes walks can take longer than expected, or the fog comes in and you end up walking in poor visibility – a night nav session will give you more confidence in poor visibility. Plus, walking at night is a MUST for any keen walker – it brings your senses alive!
Available on request for groups of 2 or more.
February to April/ October to December
CLICK HERE to contact me
GIFT VOUCHERS!
How about giving a Heads Up Adventures experience for 2026?
For example, a voucher can:
. Pay towards any nav session or event (from £10)
. £30 is a place on a Night Navigation session
. £45 is a place on a beginners Half Day Nav & Natter or Nav & Natter PLUS
.£75 is a place on a 6 hour Nav & Natter PLUS
To purchase just click the link below and I’ll send by post at no extra cost; or deliver by hand if very local!
SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO RECEIVE TO MY NEWSLETTER!
You’ll gain access to discounts, info on future events & lots more.
