Prepare for an adventure like no other as you embark on the exhilarating journey of gorge scrambling in the heart of the Lake District. Imagine climbing up waterfalls, leaping into crystal clear pools, scrambling over rocks, and boulder-hopping in stunning natural settings. Gorge scrambling is a thrilling outdoor activity that promises an unforgettable experience filled with excitement and laughter.
Key Details
- Location: We operate gorge scrambling activities throughout the Lake District, ensuring you have access to incredible gorges no matter where you're based.
- Season: Our gorge activities are available from mid-March through the end of October.
- Suitability: Gorge scrambling is suitable for everyone, from children as young as 4 to adventurous adults in their late 70s. We customise the experience to match your skill level and preferences.
What to Expect
Our experienced guides and instructors will provide all the necessary technical and safety equipment, including 5mm adult wetsuits (with 3mm wetsuit tops on colder days). They will also ensure you have a bespoke itinerary tailored to your group's abilities and desires.
Each gorge scramble location offers a unique adventure. Take a look at your options! We can agree on a meeting point and your choice of gorge upon booking:
- Stickle Ghyll: Ideal for beginners with waterfall climbs, plunge pools, and family-friendly fun.
- Tilberthwaite Ghyll: Perfect for young children with accessible climbs, pool plunges, and tunnel squeezes.
- Whorneyside Force: Adventure seekers will love the abseiling through massive waterfalls in a remote wilderness setting.
- Stoneycroft Ghyll (canyon descent): An action-packed trip filled with slides, waterfalls, and swims, suitable for adults and children.
- Church Beck: Fun challenges, waterfall climbs, and pool jumps await, with a small access fee (£6pp).
- Church Beck – Canyon Descent: Take your ghyll scrambling experience to the next level with abseiling, plunges, slides, and swimming. This has a small access fee (£6pp).
- Dungeon Ghyll: A perfect companion to Stickle Ghyll, offering climbs through water chutes and cascades in stunning scenery.
Prerequisites
No prior experience is necessary. Our guides will adapt the adventure to your group's abilities and preferences, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
Why Choose Us?
With over 15 years of experience in providing gorge scrambling adventures, we are your trusted partners for an outdoor thrill like no other. Our knowledge of the Lake District's gorges is unparalleled, and our commitment to safety and fun ensures that you'll have a blast while exploring these stunning natural wonders. Join us for an unforgettable gorge scrambling experience and create lasting memories in one of the most beautiful regions in the United Kingdom.