Mindful Ascent

16/05/2026

Let’s all try and be good humans.

08/05/2026

Just over 24hrs until I begin this (possibly foolish) attempt to summit Pen y Fan, ten times in 24 hours, to raise money for Mountain Rescue England & Wales.

Please use the link to give as generously as you can. I’ll be sure to post some updates of my suffering as I go…

Help Chris Steward raise money to support Mountain Rescue England and Wales

08/05/2026

It’s about time I did something crazy again.

A ridiculous challenge? ✅
Long distance? ✅
Up a mountain? ✅
Ten times? ✅ - wait what…
Over 24 hours? ✅ Hold on, how long?!

10yFan is tomorrow!

10 ascents of Pen y Fan from Pont Ar Daf in 24hrs, totalling 29,070ft of ascent - that’s just over the height of Mt Everest, but saves me a few quid on flights & oxygen.

A different fundraising approach this time; as it’s a 24hr attempt, I’m also going to attempt to raise as much as I can from 24hrs before I begin.

Keep an eye out, fundraising details will go live at 6pm today - and I’ll post updates throughout the attempt which I’ll be starting at 6pm tomorrow (Saturday 9th May).

Kinda nervous about this one…

19/04/2026

Not just mountains!
There’s a world of outdoor spaces near you where we can learn, develop & grow…

27/03/2026

A solid week of practice & consolidation, to start turning experience into qualifications and begin to expand further on what I can offer in the mountains…

25/03/2026

A decent guide/leader is worth their weight in gold if it prevents just one more instagram incident…

Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team say winter weather can turn a manageable day extremely dangerous.

24/03/2026

23/03/2026

It's National Outdoor Safety Week!

Exploring our coast and countryside is one of the best ways to boost both physical and mental wellbeing, but it’s so important to take a few simple steps before setting out. By planning well, checking the conditions, and packing the right kit, you can make sure your day out is safe, enjoyable, and stress-free.

👉 www.adventuresmart.uk

National Outdoor Safety Week is about helping everyone build those good habits so they can enjoy the outdoors with confidence.



Plas y Brenin Mountain Rescue England and Wales BMC

22/03/2026

Stopped for a quick service station coffee while I reflect on a fantastic week in Eryri leading some of the guys & girls from 22 Engineer Regiment - some of whom had never done a big day on the hills before.

It’s fair to say we were absolutely blessed with the weather!

Fingers crossed for a little more sun - time for some climbing this coming week…
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19/03/2026

Another day, another group. This time a trip up the Devils Kitchen and over Glyder Fawr & Glyder Fach in some awesome weather!

19/03/2026

Thinking hats on…