Expert Local Knowledge
Your Mountain Companions
Every route is led by an experienced, Mountain Leader qualified guide who knows these landscapes intimately. They're here to keep you safe, share the stories behind every summit, and make sure you get the most out of your time in the mountains.
Ben Ashley
Mountain Guide
An experienced outdoor guide, cyclist, and long-distance adventurer with a passion for exploring the landscapes of Wales. With years of experience hiking, wild camping, kayaking, and travelling through remote terrain across the UK and Europe, Ben brings a calm, practical, and approachable style to every guided experience. Specialising in adventure travel and multi-day outdoor journeys, he focuses on creating supportive and memorable experiences that help people build confidence outdoors and enjoy the journey at their own pace.
Sol Ashley
Mountain Guide
An experienced mountain guide with a passion for challenging terrain and wild conditions. Having hiked extensively across the UK and Europe, Sol specialises in tough routes, wet-weather hiking, and keeping groups motivated when conditions become demanding. With a calm, encouraging approach and a love for the mountains in all
seasons, he helps turn difficult days on the trail into rewarding and memorable adventures.
Tom Stead
Mountain Guide
A passionate hiker and runner with a deep knowledge of the Welsh mountains and trails. Specialising in route planning and local history, Tom combines strong outdoor experience with fascinating insight into the landscapes, stories, and heritage of the areas he guides through. Whether on a fast-paced mountain day or a scenic exploration, Tom
brings enthusiasm, knowledge, and a genuine love for the outdoors to every adventure.
Naomi Doble
Expedition Coordinator
The organisational heart behind the trips at Wales Mountain Guides. Naomi specialises in expedition support, logistics, food planning, and ensuring every adventure runs smoothly from start to finish. With a strong background in project coordination and outdoor travel, she
focuses on creating comfortable, well-supported experiences that allow guests to relax and enjoy the journey. From route logistics and accommodation planning to camp support and morale around the fire,