PeaksCompass creates calm scenario walks across the Peak District — reflective routes designed to help you think clearly and enjoy the landscape.
PeaksCompass also supports new and developing walk leaders with practical, scenario‑based approaches to risk, group management, and decision‑making on the hill.
P.E.A.K.S gives me a calm structure to think through the essentials — Personal state, Environment, Accompaniment, Knowledge of the route, and Safety & kit.
The PEAKS Framework
P– Personal State
How am I feeling? — physically, mentally, and in terms of focus — before I set off.
E – Environment
What the weather is doing now? What it might do later, and how the conditions shape the day.
Featured Episodes – What’s new
Kinder Scout always has a way of catching you off guard. What starts as a familiar climb quickly turns into one of those days where the landscape decides the story for you. (Click to watch)
May 26 – New article (S) Planning: Dynamic vs Planned RA, A short team conversation before you go is a powerful form of dynamic risk assessment — it makes sure your plan is still the right one for today. https://www.peakscompass.co.uk/s-risk-planning/
Mountain Weather
Peak District mountain weather on Met OfficeWeather data provided by the Met Office and Windy.com . Used under their Terms & Conditions.
About PeaksCompass
PeaksCompass uses scenario‑led walking to support thoughtful, confident decision‑making outdoors. Each video episode explores how small choices shape a safe, enjoyable day on the hills.