Gorge Scrambling and canyoning - We booked gorge scrambling and a canyon descent with Mark for our family at Church Beck in Coniston. What a superb and fun experience! Easy to book and great communication... read more from Mark. There was only our group of 4 plus two others, much better than other large groups we saw in the gorge. Mark made the whole experience fun, whilst also keeping us safe. Mark was also very patient helping my nervous son with a couple of the higher jumps. We highly recommend Mountain Journeys, will definitely use again.

  Great activity to do when visiting the lakes - Had a great time going up Stickle Ghyll with Mark. Everything was well explained and you always felt safe. Climbing the waterfalls was so fun and something I will be... read more doing again in future.

  Helvellyn and striding edge - Went up Helvellyn with Mark yesterday. The weather was perfect after the 2 day heat wave which would have been unwalkable...... It was a fantastic walk and Mark was full... read more of information about the area and all the different mountains we could see. I was keen to have a go at Striding Edge and was so delighted that we did it, with his guidance and encouragement proving extremely helpful. We returned via Swirral Edge which was another challenge but made easier when following a guide!
I can't comment on the 'budget friendly' question as this was a gift.
Would definitely recommend Mark and team as guides in the lake district.