Frequently Asked Questions

I'm a novice hiker, what trips should I go on?
New for this year is the hike rating system, shown on the booking form and the website. The more boots shown for each event, the more difficult the hike and the longer the route. It's a good idea to do a couple of each rating before moving to the next!

Easiest: mostly rolling terrain, lowest difficulty, lowest exposure
Moderate: more hilly terrain, some height gain, little exposure
Intermediate: mix of mountainous terrain and hills, height gain, exposure
Difficult: mountainous, with climbing, possibility of scrambling
Hardcore: entirely mountainous, several climbs/one hard climb, much exposure, scrambling

I'm a novice hiker, what do I need?
For every trip, even the Loughborough walk, you need to wear sturdy hiking boots with ankle support. No trainers. You can pick up a pair at Millets in town for £30-40. They are a good investment! For a day walk, you'll also need the following kit: waterproofs, rucksack and warm clothes; additionally for weekend trips you'll need a sleeping bag.

How do I book?
Ideally during a booking evening, preferably with a cheque although we can take cash. Alternatively you can email us committee@lsuhc.org.uk. You'll need to get a cheque to us within 14 days to confirm the booking.

The trip/social I wanted is fully booked
We operate a waiting list for all events if they get booked up. Let us know you want to go, and we'll try to sort something out. If we can, we'll get extra transport, or if someone else cancels you can take their place.

What transport do you use?
Usually we hire minibuses. The club has a small group of volunteer drivers to drive them for trips. Occasionally we hire coaches or use private cars. If you do have your own car, and could drive it for us, speak to a committee member.

I could become a minibus driver
Our volunteer minibus drivers can't make every trip and we always need more to help out. You get a discount off every event you drive and more minibus drivers means more spaces available for everyone. If you're over 21, have a UK driving licence and two years driving experience, speak to a committee member!

What is bant?
The club has traditionally high level of bant, for details see the definition on bant.