Goatfell runner survives 1,500ft fall

While bruised, battered and bleeding, Callum was relieved that he had not broken any bones so he started to make his way towards the ferry terminal with the intention of visiting his partner Nicole who works at Crosshouse hospital in Kilmarnock.

Along the Glen Rosa trail, Callum’s ankle started to swell and his movement became restricted, but he continued along the path until a met a woman on the trail. Fortunately for him, the woman provided him with assistance and advised him not to attempt the three or four miles he still needed to take to get out of Glen Rosa.

Callum explained: “I met this woman on the trail, and it turned out her husband is a doctor with the mountain rescue team.

"She was with her daughter and they gave me a cup of tea and wrapped me in blankets – they told me I looked like I was going to die."

Callum was taken to Arran War Memorial Hospital before being airlifted to Crosshouse Hospital the following day where he was treated for superficial burns, a chipped ankle and an injured shin.

He is now hoping that he can use his misfortune to warn other about the dangers of venturing out in the mountains alone in icy conditions.

He said: "I want to raise awareness for people like me who love mountains to really have a second thought when risk assessing a route. If it’s icy have the proper equipment or just find a safer route.

"It might seem a bit much but always make sure you have proper equipment, because if I’d had an ice axe with me I could have pulled myself back up.

"I had poles on me but they were no use with the ice. It might be an extra weight, but it could be something that saves your life.

"I can’t believe I’m still alive, to be honest."

Arran Mountain Rescue Team (AMRT) advises winter hikers and climbers to prepare for serious conditions by carrying essential equipment, including an ice axe and crampons for icy, steep terrain. Key advice includes checking weather and ensuring you have the gear to survive for 24 hours, and leaving a route plan with someone.