Jonathan Hughes (aka Frog) has been climbing and mountaineering since the year dot. He has climbed on rock to a very high standard, particularly in the Lakes and Canada where he lived for many years, but is also super accomplished on snow and ice. He has also worked at a bigger variety of jobs than you can shake a stick at including a stint as climbing photographer (he co-produced the award winning film First Ascent). Other work includes leading numerous mountaineering expeditions for Karakorum Experience and even working at Needle Sports!
First Ascent, the award winning climbing film that Jonathan co-produced.
Jonathan leading the crux pitch of Magic Rainbow (E1 5b) on Pillar Rock. (photo: Stephen Reid).
Jonathan on the rarely climbed Haskett Gully (V), Haskett Buttress, Mirklin Cove. (photo: Stephen Reid).
Jonathan on the first ascent of Great North-Western (HVS 5a), Raven Crag, Ennerdale. (photo: Stephen Reid).
Jonathan on Gondora Peak in the Karakorum.
A younger Jonathan on Tantalus Wall (5.11c), Squamish.
Jonathan on the first ascent of the searing line of Boot Hill (E4 6a), Memorial Crag, Craignaw, Galloway Hills (photo: Stephen Reid).