National Trips Programme
Red Rope organises at least ten National Trips every year. Any member can book onto a National Trip — they tend to fill quickly and may have a waiting list.
Two places are always reserved up to 3 months before each trip for members who are new to National Trips.
- Full trip details and organiser contacts are available to members in the MIS / Diary.
- Trip Booking Form
New to National Trips?
Download our guide: National Trips — What You Need to Know (PDF)
2026 National Trips
PLEASE NOTE: The trip may be full, but two places are reserved up to 3 months before the trip for members who are new to National Trips.
| Fri 23 Jan – Fri 30 Jan 2026 |
National Trip to Seafarers, Scarborough — 7 nights, 8 places. Coastal walking along the Cleveland Way, visits to Whitby, excellent public transport. A well‑behaved dog (Cosmo) will be present. Scarborough offers theatre, cinema and classic seaside charm. Accommodation details Contact organiser with expressions of interest. You will receive a link to the booking web form. Organiser: Pat Durrant |
| Sat 21 Feb – Sat 28 Feb 2026 |
National Trip to Banavie, Lochaber — 7 nights, 8 places. Winter mountaineering near Fort William. Views of Ben Nevis, hot tub, double + single beds. Accommodation details Two places reserved for new members. Contact organiser John Aldous for expressions of interest. If a place is available, you will receive the booking link and payment reference. |
| Fri 6 Mar – Fri 13 Mar 2026 |
National Trip to Corrydon Lodge, Glenshee — 7 nights, 8 places. Excellent location for winter walking and skiing. Twin/double rooms + sofa bed. Accommodation details Two places reserved for new members (1 Dec 2025). Contact organiser with expressions of interest. Organiser: Yvonne Hosker |
| Sat 25 Apr – Sat 2 May 2026 |
National Trip to Kirkton of Assynt, Inchnadamph — 7 nights, 10–11 places. Two doubles + shared cabin. Stunning NW Highlands location. Accommodation details Charges include a 1.1 multiplier. Dogs by arrangement only. Two places reserved for new members (25 Jan 2026). Trip is now full. Contact organiser to join reserve list. Organiser: Sarah Bates |
| Thu 15 May – Sun 17 May 2026 |
National Trip to The Roaches — Don Whillans Memorial Hut ‘Rockhall’. 3 nights. 10 places booked for the 14th, 12 places for the 15th–16th. Superb walking and climbing from the door. Accommodation details No dogs allowed. Two places reserved for new members (14 Feb 2026). Contact organiser Pravin Patel for booking link. |
| Sat 15 Aug – Sat 22 Aug 2026 |
National Trip to High Moss, Duddon Valley — 7 nights, 15 places. Spacious hut, multiple bunk rooms, beautiful quiet part of the Lakes. Walking, cycling, climbing, swimming. Newfield Inn nearby. No dogs allowed. Two places reserved for new members (15 May 2026). Contact organiser with expressions of interest. Organiser: Sue Whittle |
| Fri 2 Oct – Sun 4 Oct 2026 |
National Gathering — Foundry Adventure Centre, Peak District. 31 places for 2 nights. Large bunkhouse with lounge, library, stove, Wi‑Fi, full catering kitchen, dining for 60. Multiple showers and bathrooms. Set in 2 acres of enclosed land. Group activities include Treasure Hunt + optional quiz. 25% multiplier for members. One‑third discount for members new to national trips. Organisers: Becky & Sarah |