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Rikki Crossley
Rikki Crossley 2025.11.28
     
Amazing, knowledgable, and great paced First Aid course. Delivered with a great mixture of theory and practical sessions. The level of detail delivered is unmatched, with the most up to date content, even information that changed that week! I feel more comfortable than ever in the delivery of First Aid (hopefully not much will be required) Thanks again for a superb course.
Kerri Crossley
Kerri Crossley 2025.11.24
     
I recently attended a paediatric first aid course ran by Richard. He is very knowledgable, had loads of quality equipment for us to use and explained everything really well. Highly recommended 5⭐️
Andrew Dixon
Andrew Dixon 2025.11.13
     
Excellent Pediatric First Aid Course, good content knowledge, applied practically throughout the course, and adapted well to all learners needs.
Nathan Whitfield
Nathan Whitfield 2025.10.29
     
Undertook a 2 day Activity First Aid course. Passionate and informative tutor, encouraged open discussions, readily catered for the varying degrees of previous experience. Mock scenarios very realistic, putting into use the skills we had just learnt, as indivuals and as a team. 100% recommend Red River Guiding, and hopefully our paths will cross again in 3 years time for renewal!
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Katie Smedley
Katie Smedley 2025.05.23
     
This is my second time attending Richard’s course blended paediatric/adult first aid. The course is very thorough and Richard delivers the information in a way that’s easy to understand. I find this course perfect as it’s made up of a lot of practical which means you obtain the first aid better. Lots of equipment, dolls etc to look at and use. Not lots of slide shows like previous courses I’ve attended. Will definitely use Red River again
Reply from Red River Guiding 2025.05.23
Thank you for your lovely review Katie - really please you enjoyed the course once again 👍🏼
Mark-Jan Dielemans
Mark-Jan Dielemans 2025.04.06
     
Absoluut one of the best first aid courses I followed! Definitely recommend this “giant” ;)
Rachel Harris
Rachel Harris 2025.03.31
     
Excellent First Aid course. Plenty of practical applications to practice and a wide range of medical equipment for us to try. Richard was extremely knowledgeable and able to discuss a wide range of situations. His multi-casualty scenarios were very realistic and, although challenging, highly informative. I would highly recommend this course.
Amelia Wright
Amelia Wright 2025.03.17
     
Richard ran a Level 3 Award in Paediatric Outdoor First Aid for us and we were very impressed. Richard is professional and keeps things moving at a suitable pace. He keeps the atmosphere light while talking about a very serious topic. We both came away feeling confident and with action plans to improve kit supplies and policies. I would highly recommend.
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Fern Joyce
Fern Joyce 2025.03.10
     
Excellent Outdoor First Aid Course. Richard's relaxed style and thorough knowledge of his subject made this course fun as well as informative.
Ray Perry
Ray Perry 2025.01.16
     
Absolutely brilliant! Richard’s enthusiasm for his subject knows no bounds, he’s very professional, patient and thorough in his teaching. Keep up the good work and all best wishes for the future. The Rudyard Lake Trust
Anthony Clarke
Anthony Clarke 2024.12.18
     
The best outdoor first aid course I have ever attended. Very informative and up to date with the latest information. As a paddler very good scenarios and lots of enthusiasm from all involved.
Johnathan Cooper-Knock
Johnathan Cooper-Knock 2024.11.25
     
Absolutely fantastic. Our scouts had a great time.
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Laura Perrins
Laura Perrins 2024.10.09
     
An absolute must! Richard is an extremely knowledgeable, kind and all round lovely person. We had the pleasure of being taken around Loch Lochy from Fort William and wild camping along the way, all guided by Richard and his vast knowledge of the area. Red River Guiding provided all essential equipment and food. The food was prepared and cooked each day/night by Richard mainly on an open fire (due to being extremely lucky with the Scottish weather!!) which really added to the experience. I have dietary requirements and this was accommodated for. Richard is very accommodating and makes sure that the trip is one that’s very much accustomed to our needs and wants. I wouldn’t think twice about going back to Red River Guiding. Already thinking about the next potential trip. Richard is the ‘go to man’ and I would recommend his company to anyone.
Reply from Red River Guiding 2024.10.09
Absolute privilege to share the week with you guys - you’re all awesome and I’d love to work with you again 😊
Daniel Wheeldon
Daniel Wheeldon 2023.10.07
     
What a tremendous experience, from initial contact, to waving us off at the end of the 3 days Richard and the team at Red River were exemplary. Myself (some paddle experience) and my sister (no paddle experience in the last 35 years) booked a 3 day canoe and camp expedition on Loch Awe with Richard and it was so well organised and equipped, we wanted for nothing. At every stage, we felt that Richard was an expert in his field and over the 3 days, we could certainly tell that his is also a coach with lots of experience, as our confidence and ability grew. For us, the camping element was a huge part of the trip, and he gave us some great tips to get the best out of our gear. As for Loch Awe, what a stunning setting, with four seasons in the space of an hour, I would advise waterproofs (It was October!) We left on the last day, thinking of what we could do next with Red River, but also myself, with a confidence to tackle something similar myself (on a smaller scale.) I would heartily recommend any of Richards trips, and will likely book again!
Ems Hancock
Ems Hancock 2023.08.30
     
I booked a Red River Tour on Ullswater for my son and his friend. It was a magical experience for them both with a skilled, wise instructor. (Thanks Richard!) You made everything memorable, interesting and fun for them. Thank you for an unforgettable experience. I know they are both keen to do another tour soon.
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.08.30
Many thanks Ems; it was fantastic to spend time with them both and I'm really pleased they enjoyed their experience so much!
Jordan Garside
Jordan Garside 2023.07.22
     
We took on The Great Glen Trail as part of a charity fundraiser for Blackdog Outdoors. If there were anything higher than 5*, it would be given. Richards professionalism, knowledge, experience, and service is absolutely unrivalled. Along with Joy and Dan, our support instructors, Richard managed to manoeuvre 8 relative strangers with a collective experience ranging from “I think I own a tent” to “what’s a canoe?” across the width of Scotland, which is no easy task even with more experienced canoe-goers. Unfortunately, the weather was against us and Loch Ness was impassable. However, everything was explained clearly so we understood why this was, and various alternative options were provided. We chose a new route as a group and covered the equivalent distance over a different stretch of The Trail. Without Richards geographical knowledge concerning both the weather and the local area, along with his experience and quick adaptability, this would not have been possible and I believe the expedition would have simply ended early. If you’re considering an adventure but still feel nervous, take my word that the nerves will be settled with Red River Guiding at your side. In all honesty, I would be reluctant to take on such a mammoth task with anyone other than Richard and Red River Guiding. Keep doing what you’re doing, Rich.
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.07.23
Thank you for your amazing review Jordan - I feel very humbled by your kind words and I’m so pleased you had such a positive experience. Look forward to paddling with you again at some point!
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Sarah Perkins
Sarah Perkins 2023.07.21
     
Had an amazing guided trip of the great Glen canoe trail with Richard over 4 days. The knowledge and information provided were excellent and I felt very comfortable and safe for the duration of our expedition. We camped along the trail and Richard helped with any camp niggles and got us a great fire going to chat around and keep the midges off on an evening. Any concerns were quickly addressed and Richard offered us options to choose from when the weather meant our plans had to change to let everyone have an input in the plan going forward. Would 100% go with Richard again and already thinking about my next canoe adventure.
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.07.23
Thank you for your lovely review Sarah! I’m really pleased you had such an amazing expedition and look forward to paddling with you again on another trip very soon 👍🏼
Lorna Watson
Lorna Watson 2023.07.15
     
Just had thee most amazing experience with Richard and a group of like-minded women canoeing the Great Glen. I would highly recommend Red River Guiding. The knowledge and experience that Richard has is second to none 👌. I look forward to my next adventure with this company. Thank you again Richard
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.07.15
Thank you for your lovely review Lorna - absolute pleasure having you part of the expedition team; can’t wait for you to join us on another adventure!
Anne Halliday
Anne Halliday 2023.07.14
     
Incredible adventure completing The Great Glen Way Canoe Trail. This was a trip I had wanted to do for many years and to finally do it has been really special. Richard is the perfect leader - calm, organised, sensible and approachable. Everything was carefully thought out and considered for all the varying abilities that were on the trip. No one felt overwhelmed or left out. I highly recommend him and can assure you that you wouldn’t regret it.
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.07.14
Thank you for your lovely review Anne - it was an absolute pleasure spending time with you on The Great Glen and huge congratulations for the support your sponsorship will provide to WDC’s 😊
Jason King
Jason King 2023.07.07
     
Just finished a superb week canoeing the Great Glen Way with Red River Guiding and Richard as our guide. Highly Professional , Safety at the forefront , informative and always keen to share his knowledge and teach what he knows , all in a calm and relaxed manner , Richard was an excellent guide for this trip , I would highly recommend Red river guiding for anyone looking to complete a similar trip
Reply from Red River Guiding 2023.07.07
Many thanks for your kind words Jason and huge congratulations on completing your Great Glen canoe expedition challenge!

Rich
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