About Rocks and Trails
About Rocks and Trails
Rocks and Trails are a local provider of rock climbing and mountain adventures, based in the Scottish Highlands. We organise bespoke guiding and instruction, with a focus is on safety, fun and personal development. We help you build incredible memories to last a lifetime.
Rocks and Trails was founded by Anna Wells with a vision to share her passion, enthusiasm and knowledge. After a career change from Medicine, Anna is a fully qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor (MCI) and International Mountain Leader (IML). She is an accomplished climber and Alpinist. She has summited 55 4000m Alpine peaks, represented Britain in numerous Ice Climbing World Cups, scaled El Capitain and set the female Cuillin Ridge Speed Record on Skye in summer and winter.
Most guiding and instruction is provided by Anna unless otherwise discussed at your time of booking. We also work with a small team of freelancers – find out more below.
Meet Our Team
John Briggs
Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor, International Mountain Leader
John’s love for the outdoors was fostered whilst growing up; by both family holidays and youth outdoor programmes. An adventure in a mountainous arena was never far away. This passion was nurtured into a career after a spell as an accountant in Hull! Therefor he knows how precious time in the mountains is and is passionate that your trip exceeds your expectations. His adventures and expeditions have seen him climb, ski, trek and fly (paragliding) on 6 continents!
Anna Wells
Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor, International Mountain Leader
Hi, I’m Anna! Growing up in the Scottish Highlands, the mountains have always been a huge part of my world. My greatest happiness always comes from sharing mountain experiences with others, including the wide spectrum of emotions that are felt along the way. Excitement, apprehension, challenge, exhaustion, exhilaration, fear, overcoming, and total happiness. It is a huge privilege to be able to introduce people to the magical world of climbing and mountaineering. Above all, I love being a part of that journey!