Annual Membership
£75 Per Year, Billed Annually
- Best Value
- No Sign-Up Fee
- All Guided Walks Included
- One online yearly payment
Monthly Membership
£5.99 Per Month, Billed Monthly, Plus £20 sign up fee
- All Guided Walks Included
- Flexible Monthly Plan
- 12 x online monthly payments
- Same perks as annual membership
The mountains are calling, and I must go
John Muir
Join Now For 2026
Membership is a fantastic way to get involved in our walking community, offering numerous benefits that can significantly enhance your outdoor experiences. We provide opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals, build friendships and stay motivated through the support offered. Joining our group is a great way to develop new skills and explore the lakes and mountains safely and in confidence under the guidance of our professionally trained Mountain Leaders and assistants.
Group members bring diverse skills and knowledge, offering opportunities to learn new techniques, explore unfamiliar trails and gain insights into local history, flora and fauna. Regular group hikes promote physical fitness, mental clarity and reduced stress. By becoming a member, what might begin as a solo hobby can transform into a more rewarding, affordable and enriching experience.
Included in your membership is:
- Exclusive free group guided walks scheduled throughout the hiking season.
- Access to detailed routes and maps.
- Access to our exclusive Facebook membership community group.
- Access to the Lakes and Mountains with Matt Blog
- Refreshments (Tea, coffee, cakes etc.)
- Expert advice and guidance by qualified mountain professionals.
- Development of your mountain skills and increased confidence in the outdoors.
- Access to a range of Lakes and Mountains with Matt merchandise.
- Up to 25% off specialist walks and training courses
Why Become a Member of Lakes & Mountains with Matt?
Looking to explore the lakes and mountains while connecting with fellow outdoor enthusiasts? Joining Lakes & Mountains with Matt offers a chance to discover nature, learn new skills and be part of a supportive hiking community.
Connect with Like-Minded Adventurers
Being part of our group means meeting new people who share your passion for hiking. It’s a great way to build friendships, stay motivated, and enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded adventurers.
Hike Safely and Confidently
With trained Mountain Leaders and assistants, you will hike confidently knowing your safety is a priority. Our group ensures each hike is well-planned and suitable for all skill levels.
Learn New Skills and Explore
Every hike is a chance to learn new skills, explore new trails and discover the local flora, fauna, geology and history. Hiking with others gives you insights and confidence while enjoying the natural world.
Stay Active and Healthy
Regular hikes improve fitness, reduce stress and boost mental clarity. The social aspect of hiking in a group keeps you motivated and helps you reach your goals.
Conclusion: More Than Just Hiking
Lakes & Mountains with Matt is more than just a hiking group—it’s a community that values friendship, safety and exploration. Join us to make your outdoor experiences more rewarding and enriching.
Find out what our current members think...
“This is such a fantastic group and very welcoming.
I am proud of my achievements this year, and it’s all down to the encouragement and support received from Matt and the team.
If you are thinking of joining, do it, you won’t regret it!
Claire
Member
I became a member in January 2024 as a complete beginner to hiking. The membership option was great, this allowed me to join any of the scheduled walks without extra cost! Matt and the team are incredibly
knowledgeable and supportive, throughout the year I have gone from
complete beginner to joining some of the more challenging hikes offered
including Striding Edge on Helvellyn and Sharp Edge on Blencathra!
Sara
Member
Awe inspiring nature and great people! Friendly and helpful guides- Matt and crew are fab at helping you to climb peaks that on first glance seem impossible!
Great company from all the folk too!
Asaf
Member
The support and encouragement I have received from Matt and the team has helped me achieve more than I ever dreamed of. I’m not the youngest and certainly not the fittest, but all are welcomed and supported. I feel incredibly lucky to have found such a great group to be part of!
Sue
Member
Having lived on the fringe of the Lakes all my life, I thought it was time to see more than the tourist routes. Joining Matt, and his team of leaders, has taken me to Lakes and Mountains previously only see from the road. Each walk, Matt gives us knowledge about the landscape, and surrounding area, and a chance to practice our newly learnt map reading skills.
Thanks to Matt I now look at Mountains differently, and look forward to renewing my Membership in 2025, and bag more Wainwrights.
Kev Wilde
Member