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      David Bloomfield

      David Bloomfield

      Dependable | Gregarious | Interested

      Mini Bio

      Life’s all about the journey. From mathematics teacher to ski instructor to Medical Doctor, I’ve had an eclectic career. I did my mathematics degree and secondary school teaching in York but completed my medical studies in Scotland and New Zealand. So it’s fair to say I’ve travelled around a bit.

      During my time I’ve been lucky enough to walk, climb, ski and ride all over the British Isles and internationally. The experiences I’ve had with other people in the outdoors have taught me so much about myself and the world generally, I can’t wait to share new adventures. Whether it’s cycling from Lands End to John  O’Groats or climbing 6000m peaks in the Andes – It’s all about enjoying the ride.

      Favourite Place to Play

      I’m lucky to have the peak district on my doorstep – so get to go climbing on grit stone regularly. Plus the pub walks are superb too.

      Not a lot of People Know This

      I love a good game of chess. If there’s a board in the corner of the hotel bar – I’m your man!

      “During my time I’ve been lucky enough to walk, climb, ski and ride all over the British Isles and internationally. The experiences I’ve had with other people in the outdoors have taught me so much about myself and the world generally, I can’t wait to share new adventures.”
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      Qualifications Read More
      • Medical Doctor – currently working in A+E
      • Summer Mountain Leader
      • CSIA Canadian Ski Instructor – Level 1
      • Wilderness First Aid – 16hr course
      • Mathematics Degree with PGCE
      Experience Read More

       

      • 20 years experience in Alpine summer climbing, Skiing and Ski touring: Multiple ascents between Facile-Difficile –
      • including Mont Blanc, walking the Tour du Mont Blanc and ski touring the Haute route.
      • International mountaineering: Several ascents over 6000m in the Andes, Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Toubkal
      • Countless UK adventures: Including riding LEJOG in 11 days, Canoeing the Caledonian Canal and walking sections of the South West Coast Path. Organising a group of 30 fellow medical students to do the 3 peaks Challenge.
      • Whilst working as a teacher I spend 3 years organising Duke of Edinburgh field trips for 14 and 15 year olds.

      I have had countless days out hill walking in England, Wales and Scotland. As I now live in the peak district I’ve found it harder to get north of the border, so my Munro count is about 50 – but I do hope one day to bag them all.

      As I’ve gotten older I’ve switched over to biking more. So my current “best day ever” would be a nice day ride around the peaks – with a café stop obviously.

      Biggest Adventure Read More

      A 3 week adventure climbing 6000m peaks in the Andes. There was just 2 of us and we did a lot of bivvies above 5000m. The sense of isolation and adventure was profound.

      Specialist Subject Read More

      Whiskey and Cocktails. I love waxing on about my favourite Speyside and Islay single malts. But, in recent times, I’ve got a newfound appreciation for blended whiskeys. I also make a mean Manhattan.

      What Fellow Travellers Say About David

      Dave was outstanding as a guide. He made sure all of us of all abilities were comfortable and supported for the hiking days. He truly went above and beyond to make our hiking holiday an incredible experience.

      Robin Swank
      Wilderness Walking - National Parks of the UK
      Reviewed on 27/09/2024

      David Bloomfield was a superb guide in his friendliness, knowledge and care for each of us. I would like to go on future adventures with him in the lead. His guiding, medical and teaching experiences made our experiences along the trail and at our meals delightful.

      MELISSA SMART
      Luxury Walking - Highlights of Northern England
      Reviewed on 13/09/2024

      Loved our guide-he was very caring and always checking to see if we were “living the dream”!

      Linda Gianelli
      Luxury Walking - Highlights of Northern England
      Reviewed on 12/09/2024

      David Bloomfield was an excellent guide. Extremely knowledgeable about Scotland and the trail and careful to look out for each guest and what they needed to get through the long trek. A lot of fun to be around also and made the group feel at ease with each other.

      Edward Pepin
      Wilderness Walking - The West Highland Way
      Reviewed on 29/07/2024

      Dave was great! He managed the challenges of the route and our necessary timing for the very day with cheerfulness but clarity. We really enjoyed getting to know him and especially loved when he broke into song on the trail.

      Patti Crouch-Cook
      Wilderness Walking - The West Highland Way
      Reviewed on 18/07/2024

      Dave was awesome. I really appreciated his willingness to talk to us in detail about all things British, patiently explaining the answers to our sometimes-very-nosy questions about the government, politics, medical care, education, etc. He was very tactful throughout the trip and managed a group of challenging personalities, IMHO.

      Karen Grunawalt
      Walking - The Coast of Cornwall
      Reviewed on 15/06/2024

      David is knowledgeable, upbeat, attentive, funny and a great guide.
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      Suzanne Halloran
      Walking - The Coast of Cornwall
      Reviewed on 10/06/2024

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