The route to Wray Castle - Best Bike Rides in the Lake District Best Bike Rides in the Lake District…… When visiting a new area it can be tricky to choose the best activities. If looking for something adventurous some canyoning rather hits the spot and we can highly recommend this - Canyoning For mountain walks… Continue reading Best Bike Rides in the Lake District
Jack's Rake Scramble - From Stickle Tarn Jack’s Rake Scramble, Pavey Ark This grade 1 rock scramble makes for a wonderful mountain day and is easily combined with nearby routes to make for longer trips into the mountains. It’s about an hours walk from the Stickle Barn parking areas and if wanting more time… Continue reading Jack’s Rake Scramble, Pavey Ark – simply the best
Descending back into the Langdale valley 8 Peaks Challenge This season we've provided quite a few of these bigger mountain days out. It's certainly something we enjoy too. Like any of our days out and activities, we can tailor things to suit you. This was the case with one of the 8 Peaks Challenge… Continue reading Lake District 8 Peaks Challenge
Blencathra via Hall’s Fell Ridge – Such an amazing mountain
Blencathra via Hall's Fell Ridge Blencathra via Hall’s Fell Ridge It’s been a while since I was last on Blencathra, so long in fact that I’d forgotten what a fine mountain it is. Earlier in the year I’d been out on a walk on Helvellyn with Janet from Canada and Striding Edge had been… Continue reading Blencathra via Hall’s Fell Ridge – Such an amazing mountain
Hadrian’s Cycleway – 1 of the best Coast to Coast cycle routes
The Tyne seen on many occasions during Hadrian's cycleway Hadrian’s Cycleway - Blog post Mostly due to time constraints and damp weather conditions, we’ve been cycling more than climbing of late. Just a few days ago I worked on a guided cycle ride from London to Brighton. This was on behalf of Alfresco Adventures… Continue reading Hadrian’s Cycleway – 1 of the best Coast to Coast cycle routes
Should I Hire a Guide for Scafell Pike? - On a clear and settled day navigation is easier, but will it stay clear? Should I Hire a Guide for Scafell Pike? It's a question we are asked on a regular basis. The answer isn't always going to be straightforward, but likely that if you're… Continue reading Should I Hire a Guide for Scafell Pike? Yes……
Family Fun Days in the Lake District – Top 3 Activities to try when visiting
Gorge Scrambling is the numero one - Family Fun Days in the Lake District Family Fun Days in the Lake District - Top 3 Activities to try when visiting We are asked a lot ‘what’s the most fun activities to try when visiting the Lake District’. It’s an easy one to answer as there… Continue reading Family Fun Days in the Lake District – Top 3 Activities to try when visiting
Best Walking Route to Helvellyn – Our Number 1 route to this fine Lakeland summit
High Level Walking - Best Walking route to Helvellyn Best Walking route to Helvellyn With many routes to choose from and Striding Edge dominating the search for many seeking more scrambling terrain, here we describe a splendid option for those looking for a top quality walk to the summit of the 3rd highest… Continue reading Best Walking Route to Helvellyn – Our Number 1 route to this fine Lakeland summit
Best Lake District Gorge Scramble – Esk Gorge is number 1
About to enter the 'Power Shower' - Best Lake District Gorge Scramble Best Lake District Gorge Scramble I get asked a lot. What's the best gorge scramble in the Lake District? The answer can depend on all sorts of factors, but if looking for the biggest, the most fun, the one that is sure… Continue reading Best Lake District Gorge Scramble – Esk Gorge is number 1
Team Building Lake District – Making your business stronger
Team building Lake District - ascending Scafell Pike Team building Lake District Away days for friends and family are common and good. It’s bonding time and very important. Bonding is also important amongst work colleagues. Some organisations are good at planning these days in, others are still new to it and may think of… Continue reading Team Building Lake District – Making your business stronger
Best canyoning in the Lake District – Esk is the number 1
Climbing the rapids - Best canyoning in the Lake District Best canyoning in the Lake District Esk is best Recently we made some changes to our Esk gorge trips. This was due to visitor numbers going through the roof during the sunny weekends. So on the whole, we are avoiding weekend use. However, last… Continue reading Best canyoning in the Lake District – Esk is the number 1
Gravel biking Lake District – Helvellyn circuit is fantastically tough
Gravel biking Lake District - Nearing Grisedale Tarn Gravel biking Lake District - Helvellyn circuit Recently it’s been full-steam-ahead with work of all varieties and that’s been such fun, made even better by a prolonged spell of stunning weather. This means we’ve also snuck out for a few big climbing days on the… Continue reading Gravel biking Lake District – Helvellyn circuit is fantastically tough
Esk Gorge Esk Gorge - a tale of 2 halves It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the discontinuation of weekend Esk gorge trips. Weekdays are not affected by this. More about why later in the post. Yesterday we had the pleasure of sharing this wonderful place with 11 lovely people. We… Continue reading Esk Gorge – a tale of 2 halves
Climbing on Scafell – The Finest Mountaineering routes in England
The wonderfully positioned 'Knife Edge Arete' - Climbing on Scafell Climbing on Scafell With a long spell of amazing weather, we have been lucky enough to get out climbing on the high mountain crags on a few occasions over the last few weeks. Climbing on the high crags of Lakeland always feels special. Climbing… Continue reading Climbing on Scafell – The Finest Mountaineering routes in England
Mountaineering Days in the Lake District – Amazing days on premier Lakeland crags
Mountaineering Days in the Lake District - Murray's Route on Dow Crag Mountaineering Days in the Lake District Here in the Lake District we’ve been enjoying some amazing weather of late. Long overdue sunshine and we’re loving it. Interspersed with lots of days out working in the mountains, we’ve found time to escape for… Continue reading Mountaineering Days in the Lake District – Amazing days on premier Lakeland crags
Best Rock Climbing in the Lake District – Gimmer Crag
Anna on Gimmer headwall - Best Rock Climbing in the Lake District Best Rock Climbing in the Lake District - Gimmer So yesterday we managed to get up to the finest crag in Langdale and what is the most reliable high mountain crag in the District. Gimmer Crag. This crag offers something for all… Continue reading Best Rock Climbing in the Lake District – Gimmer Crag
Group Activities Lake District – What’s the best of the best
Group Activities Lake District - Canyoning near Coniston Group Activities - Lake District We cater for party groups every year and thoroughly enjoy during so. When asked what the best activity is for a Stag/Hen/Birthday party the answer is going to be Gorge Scrambling and/or Canyoning. What makes these activities so perfect for a… Continue reading Group Activities Lake District – What’s the best of the best
Duddon Valley views - Lakes Gravel Lakes Gravel Routes - Walna Scar On Friday I had a free afternoon / evening, so took the opportunity to get out and play. Still keen to keep my slowly recovering heels out of climbing shoes, I decided to take the bike out instead of heading to rocky… Continue reading Lakes Gravel – Big Adventures on the Walna Scar