Hot Supper & Night Navigation Training in Ingram Valley

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Hot Supper & Night Navigation Training in Ingram Valley

An evening, confidence‑building 4‑hour session teaching map-and-compass night techniques and finishing with a hot two‑course supper.

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Hot Supper & Night Navigation Training in Ingram Valley.

Duration
4 Hours
Location
North Shields
Operator
Fells Kitchen Adventures
Category
Hiking
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

As daylight falls over Ingram Valley, this practical evening session drills the map-and-compass techniques that matter when visibility is low. Participants practice pacing, bearings, handrails, attack points and contour interpretation under guidance, then gather for a hot two‑course supper to close the night.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SUPPER

Hearty two‑course supper to finish

The evening concludes with a hot two‑course supper: beef chilli and a vegetarian chilli option, tabbouleh with feta and pomegranate, hunks of bread for dunking, followed by a gooey chocolate brownie with clotted cream and raspberry puree. Hot drinks and soft drinks are provided.

THE TRAINING

Practical, low‑visibility navigation skills

This session focuses on real‑world night techniques: effective compass use, pacing, taking bearings, using handrails and attack points, and reading contour in limited light to build calm, accurate navigation under darkness.

THE SETTING

An evening field session in Ingram Valley

The activity meets in Ingram Valley and runs as an evening field session where participants put daytime skills to the test in more challenging, dark conditions.

What the day feels like

What the evening feels like

Expect a focused four‑hour evening: guided navigation exercises under low light, progressive tasks that push you from familiarity into confident, independent routefinding, and a relaxed supper to debrief and warm up at the end.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this evening suits — and who should think twice.

1
Ambitious day‑skills learnersIdeal for people who want to take daytime navigation skills into low‑visibility conditions and build independent mountain confidence.
2
Those who completed a beginners courseEspecially beneficial for participants who have already completed a daytime beginners navigation course and want to test those skills at night.
3
Families with teenagersUnder‑18s may attend but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, making the session accessible to families with older children.
4
Dog ownersThis experience is not suitable for participants wishing to bring dogs — dogs are not permitted on the trip.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to bring

The trip listing does not specify required personal kit. The session centers on map and compass skills; contact the operator, Fells Kitchen Adventures, for recommended clothing and equipment.

Timing & duration

This is an evening session with a total duration of 4 hours; plan travel to the Ingram Valley meeting point accordingly.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Night Navigation with Supper session?

The session runs for 4 hours.

Where do we meet?

The meeting location is Ingram Valley.

Will food be provided?

Yes — the evening ends with a hot two‑course supper, including chilli options, tabbouleh, bread, dessert and hot drinks.

Can minors attend?

Under‑18s are permitted but must attend with a parent or guardian.

Can I bring my dog?

No — dogs are not allowed on this experience.

What navigation skills will be covered?

The session covers map and compass use in the dark, pacing, taking bearings, using handrails and attack points, and contour interpretation with limited visibility.