Coast to Coast Cycle with Dan Walker – linking some amazing cities
Me, Dan, and Rapid Rich in Liverpool - Coast to Coast Cycle Coast to Coast Cycle with Dan Walker Just over a week ago now I had the privilege of accompanying Dan Walker (Classic FM, Channel 5, Strictly Come Dancing, and more) on his Coast to Coast cycle event. I was working for friends… Continue reading Coast to Coast Cycle with Dan Walker – linking some amazing cities
Abseiling in the Lake District – Perfect for Autumn
Hodge Close Quarry - Abseiling in the Lake District Abseiling in the Lake District At the weekend we had a last minute booking for an Abseil. Emma & Carl were on a short break up to the Lakes and the provider they had originally booked with had unfortunately cancelled on them at short notice.… Continue reading Abseiling in the Lake District – Perfect for Autumn
Rock Climbing on Pillar – Lake District: A stunningly brilliant day
Me on The Slab pitch - photo courtesy of Jim at Lake District Climbing Rock Climbing on Pillar - Lake District: A stunningly brilliant day Rib and Slab - Hard Severe For many years I have visited Pillar Rock, this has mostly be to help people reach the summit via the easy but excellent… Continue reading Rock Climbing on Pillar – Lake District: A stunningly brilliant day
The Old Coach Road Lake District: A Brilliant gravel ride from Ambleside
En-route to Kirkstone Pass - The Old Coach Road Lake District The Old Coach Road Lake District: A Brilliant gravel ride from Ambleside We’ve been exploring the Lake District on bikes for quite some time now. Road biking gives the satisfaction of additional speed and distance covered. Whereas gravel biking offers the peace and… Continue reading The Old Coach Road Lake District: A Brilliant gravel ride from Ambleside
Lake District Rock Climbing Course – Wonderful days out in the mountains
Anchor building and belaying skills - Lake District Rock Climbing Course Lake District Rock Climbing Course This last week has provided some amazing days with glorious sunshine and settled weather conditions. We have been taking full advantage of this with a stack of climbing days. The big tick of the week has been the… Continue reading Lake District Rock Climbing Course – Wonderful days out in the mountains
Summer Holidays in the Lake District – 2024: Full-on fun this summer
Waterfall fun in Stickle Ghyll - Summer Holidays in the Lake District Summer Holidays in the Lake District So, the summer holiday season is almost coming to a close. Schools will be back in a week or so and for those up north in Scotland there’ll already be back in the classroom. If you… Continue reading Summer Holidays in the Lake District – 2024: Full-on fun this summer
Trad Climbing Course Lake District – Super progression
Anchor building at the top of Wallowbarrow Crag - Trad Climbing Course Lake District Trad Climbing Course Lake District A while back we were contacted by Sofia from the nearby town of Kendal. Having climbed both indoors and outdoors for years, but often with more experienced partners, she was now keen to increase her… Continue reading Trad Climbing Course Lake District – Super progression
Duddon Valley Climbing – What a wonderful place
Kate on Digitation - Duddon Valley Climbing Duddon Valley Climbing This week we had planned to take a holiday. As it turned out, we needed to stay close to home, but did find time for some days out in the Lakes. Yesterday we headed for the Duddon Valley and a favourite of ours, Wallowbarrow.… Continue reading Duddon Valley Climbing – What a wonderful place
Guided Ascent of Pillar Rock – Challenging weather and Successful mountain days
Climbing onto Pisgah from Jordan Gap - Guided Ascent of Pillar Rock Guided Ascent of Pillar Rock Over this last week we’ve had the pleasure of helping a couple more people reach the summit of Pillar High Man. Both at different stages of their Nuttall journeys, with Pillar High Man being the only summit… Continue reading Guided Ascent of Pillar Rock – Challenging weather and Successful mountain days
Lake District Rock Climbing Guide – The Best Crags….
High on D Route, Gimmer - Lake District Rock Climbing Guide Lake District Rock Climbing Guide - Perfect days in the mountains Last week, when summer came to visit us here in the Lake District, we had the pleasure of spending a day guiding Caroline on the magnificent Gimmer Crag. Gimmer is quite high… Continue reading Lake District Rock Climbing Guide – The Best Crags….
Yorkshire Dales Gorge Walking – Exciting Discoveries
Yorkshire Dales Gorge Walking - after the slide in Hell Gill Yorkshire Dales Gorge Walking This morning we've been in Stickle Ghyll, Langdale with a lovely couple visiting from Norfolk. We did loads of fun stuff like climbing waterfalls and jumping into crystal clear pools. It is a privilege and pleasure to introduce so… Continue reading Yorkshire Dales Gorge Walking – Exciting Discoveries
Web Design Kendal – Where to go for a New Website…
Climbing in the glorious Duddon Valley Web Design Kendal - Where to go for a New Website… Ok so now for a change of topic. Well it’s nice to have some variety huh. A couple of years ago I was contacted via e-mail by a web design company called Freshspace. As is the case… Continue reading Web Design Kendal – Where to go for a New Website…
Climbing Instructors Lake District – Great days out with good friends
Kat & Pippa at Shepherds crag in Borrowdale - Climbing Instructors Lake District Climbing Instructors Lake District So what does a climbing instructor do on their day off? Hmmmm, sometimes nothing but rest, but more often than not a day off from work will mean a day spent in the mountains with friends. This… Continue reading Climbing Instructors Lake District – Great days out with good friends
Best things to do in Windermere
Gorge Scrambling - Best things to do in Windermere Best things to do in Windermere Windermere sees millions of visitors every year. And people visit for all different reasons. Some are looking for a bit of peace and quiet; others are after a lively night on the town; and many are keen to get involved… Continue reading Best things to do in Windermere
Lake District Gravel Rides – 1 of the best is…
Taking in the view of Kentmere - Lake District Gravel Rides Lake District Gravel Rides So on Saturday we found ourselves with a free afternoon and the weather was actually rather nice, if somewhat chilly. Kate wasn’t keen for any rock climbing but did fancy some cardio work courtesy of our two wheeled steeds.… Continue reading Lake District Gravel Rides – 1 of the best is…
Tongue Pot Eskdale – The number 1 Activity in the Lake District
Walking to Tongue Pot Eskdale Entry point for Tongue Pot Eskdale Tongue Pot Eskdale Over the years I have written numerous blog entries about the Esk Gorge. It is a favourite spot of ours. I still remember the first time we visited. It was with our friend Debbie, who had some previous experience… Continue reading Tongue Pot Eskdale – The number 1 Activity in the Lake District
Early Season Rock Climbing and Mountaineering in the Lake District
Rock Climbing and Mountaineering in the Lake District So despite more than our fair share of damp days here in the Lake District, or maybe this is a UK wide thing now. We’ve managed to get out on some pretty spectacular days with clients and friends. Some exceptionally good days being on Pinnacle Ridge… Continue reading Early Season Rock Climbing and Mountaineering in the Lake District
Easter Holidays in the Lake District – Loads of early season fun
Family Adventure Day near Coniston Easter Holidays in the Lake District It's been a busy start to the season for us, welcoming many visitors to this fabulous part of the world. The first week of Easter gave some rather pleasant weather, yes there have been some sunny days. The second week saw storm Katherine sweep… Continue reading Easter Holidays in the Lake District – Loads of early season fun
Gorge Scrambling Ambleside – Simply the Best Activity
Gorge Scrambling Ambleside - enjoying high water levels in Stickle Ghyll Gorge Scrambling Ambleside Yesterday was our 3rd Gorge Scramble of 2024 and it’s so nice to already be having fun in the water. And the fun level is increased hugely by us giving all our customers wonderfully warm 5mm wetsuits, these make all… Continue reading Gorge Scrambling Ambleside – Simply the Best Activity
El Realet Ridge – Costa Blanca: A beautiful knife edge ridge
El Realet Ridge El Realet Ridge It's been an incredibly busy few weeks here in Costa Blanca and this had led to a lack of time to write blog posts. I have lots of catching up to do, but for now here is a write up of our adventures today. Costa Blanca has many… Continue reading El Realet Ridge – Costa Blanca: A beautiful knife edge ridge
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