Lake District Activities
The Lake District is the capital of the outdoor adventure here in England. With so much on offer to do outside ( even when it is wet ) there really is something for everyone regardless of ability. To day we are going to look at 3 of the best Lake District activities for you to […]
Running the Bob Graham Round
The Bob Graham round The Bob Graham Round. It is a local round. It is one of the big three rounds in the UK and it goes 66 miles. It is about 8000 meters and climbs 42 Wainwrights. It often gets described as the best days mountain running in the Lake District. However now that […]
Paddle boarding in the Lake District
BOOK HERE Facebook Youtube Instagram Paddle boarding in the Lake District has grown in popularity since the covid 19 pandemic. Paddle Boarding is quickly becoming one of is not the most popular adventure activity that we run here in the Lake District and there is a really good reason for that. Unlike Rock climbing or […]
The Cumbria Way
Running the Cumbria way. It was 7pm, I was scheduled to be finished in Ulverston now but instead I was battling against sideways rain, gale force winds and the mercy of storm Malik. With nothing to shield me against the elements over the exposed Torver Commons it was hood up, draw strings pulled and into […]
Scrambles in the Lake District
Scrambles in the Lake District The Lake District is loaded with amazing scrambles from family-friendly rambles to iconic routes only suitable for experienced climbers. Many of these best scrambles in the Lake District are accessible and some very popular but for very good reason! At the bottom of the post there is a note on […]
Climbing Jacks Rake
Climbing Jacks Rake Climbing Jack’s Rake is a challenging and exhilarating scramble located in the Lake District National Park in England. The route ascends the face of Pavey Ark, a distinctive fell in the Langdale Valley. Jack’s Rake involves a combination of rock climbing and scrambling, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The […]
Rock Climbing on Lundy
Rock Climbing On Lundy Ever since I first picked up the Ken Wilson Classic Rock ** book, the most striking of all the routes had to be Devil Slide on the Island of Lundy. The Steep granite sea cliff that offers a range of routes ranging from about VS upwards really does offer some […]
Outdoor Lake District Activities for Thrill Seekers
Outdoor Lake District Activities Teeming with mountain scenery and ribbon lakes. Cumbria offers the perfect setting for outdoor Lake District activities. The dramatic landscape lends itself to exciting adventures that tease thrill seekers. They are ready to push themselves to their limits. Whether you want to test your mettle climbing up rugged rock faces or […]
Climbing Scafell Pike
Climbing Scafell Pike ROUTE SUMMARY: Climbing Scafell Pike – The shortest and most direct route up to England’s highest mountain top. It is also a mountain that offers an amazing sunset walk. Scafell Pike stands at 978 meters. It is one of the national 3 peaks in the UK and although the smallest it packs a […]
Rock climbing in the Lake District
Rock Climbing in the Lake District The rock climbing in the Lake District has got to be some of if not the best rock climbing in England. The Lake District provide some unique and spectacular rock climbing, ranging from the high mountain crags such as Scafell and Pillar, to the lower crags situated in the […]
