winter activities
in the lake district
are there any activities running in the colder months between nov-feb i can do in the lake district?
If you are looking for things to do in the Lake District during the colder autumn and winter months (Nov-Feb) and are struggling to find an outdoor company still open and offering outdoor activities then look no further as we have activities available all year round.
We are often asked if we are still open in the colder months, the answer is YES! Our shorter 2-3 hr ghyll scrambling and canyoning locations are still available as well as abseiling. All of which are a perfect winter activity.
When all the other companies are telling you that its too cold for ghyll scrambling and canyoning we can still make this possible due to our specialist winter wetsuits and additional winter layers.
The activities we offer over the colder months are:
"will it be too cold in winter?" is the most common misconception and concern
Is it not too cold for canyoning and ghyll scrambling in winter?
No! Our specialist wetsuits and additional winter layers combined with only offering the shorter 2-3hr trips ensures you will stay warm enough throughout the activity.
You will be wearing a thick wetsuit with a hood. You will have between 10-14mm of neoprene on your core to ensure we keep your vital organs warm because if they are warm then your heart keeps pumping blood to your extremities and helps keep your hands and feet warm.
We also provide you with wetsuit socks to aid warmer feet and wetsuit gloves unless its an unseasonably warm day.
On really cold days with a biting wind we give you a windproof to keep the windchill off and a buoyancy aid to give you a warm hug.
Is Abseiling still good if its cold?
Yes its an activity where you can wear as many layers as you like as well as wear gloves.
HERE ARE OUR WINTER ACTIVITIES:
*NOTE* NOV-FEB ADULTS ONLY!
Lower Stickle
You will scramble up a mountain stream. Everything is optional. This is a shorter, tamer version of “Stickle Ghyll”. Nothing too big or scary. Just fun.
This is a great option if you feel the cold as its less aquatic and its the shortest option.
Adults Only
2-3hrs
£50pp
Church beck
There’s jumps and challenges as you climb up a mountain stream. The braver amongst you will take on the final section and finish on an excellent waterslide.
Great for a mixed ability group as it can be as tame or full-on as you like.
Adults Only
2-3hrs
£50pp
stickle ghyll
You will be climbing wintery waterfalls, jumping into icy pools and other various challenges while being kept warm by the specialist kit as you tackle the steep terrain.
All of the challenges are avoidable so its great if you have people with differing needs.
Adults Only
2-3hrs
£65pp
coppermines canyon
You will be jumping and sliding into pools and doing roped lowers down waterfalls. This is a really adventurous outing and very aquatic. Its not for the timid.
This is the coldest option of all the winter canyoning and ghyll scrambling locations.
Adults Only
2-3hrs
£65pp
abseiling
You will descend Hodge Close Quarry – a 120ft abseil into a disused quarry. Can you face your fears and lean back over the edge?
Abseiling is a brilliant winter option as can wrap up warm in as many layers as you like and you can even bring some warm gloves.
Adults Only
2-3hrs
£65pp
If you are after more of an adventure and you want to make a day of it then you can combine any two of our winter activities.
Make sure you check out our seasonal special offer. You can combine two of our selected activities and save £10 per person. See below:
seasonal offer
winter activity day special
Combine two activities and save!
Langdale & Coniston
5-6hrs
Age 18+
£120pp (saving £10pp)
What’s Involved?
Combine Abseiling with either Stickle Ghyll (full) or Coppermines Canyon and save £5 per person per activity. So £10 per person total saving for the day.
CAN I CHOOSE ANY TWO OF THE WINTER ACTIVITIES AND MAKE A DAY OF IT?
You can indeed, however, the seasonal special offer only applies to ‘Abseiling’ followed by either ‘Full Stickle Ghyll’ or ‘Coppermines Canyon’.
If you wish to do another mixture of the winter activities that we offer then that’s fine. Just book any two that you like and we’ll enjoy a full day of adventure.
Its your day so we will accommodate whichever you choose.
Make sure you bring a packed lunch to eat inbetween activities.
The sites are all 10-20 mins drive from each other. We will finish the first activity and take a short break before doing the second activity to ensure you can visit a toilet and eat your lunch.
Photo gallery from our winter activity days:
Our Latest FAQ
All of the activities we offer are physical and involve a degree of fitness (some more than others). We recommend you look at each individual activity page to see if it is suitable for you. All of our activities involve wearing a harness, so your waist cannot exceed 46 inches or the safety equipment will not fit.
A deposit is required to secure your chosen date, time and activity if you are booking more than 14 days in advance. Your deposit is non refundable or transferable. Full payment is required within 14 days
No, sorry. None of our activities are suitable for you to bring a dog.
I mean you’re coming out in Autumn/Winter, it probably will be!
It’s much quieter around the Lake District, less people are out and about. The water levels can be on the higher side as we usually have more rain, which makes for a more exciting and challenging experience. Obviously there is a limit and there’s times we are unable to enter the canyon or ghyll.
There are no refunds/rescheduling if you miss the meet time and the session may start without you. You may be joining others, we may have a group after you etc so can’t always delay the start time. Allow plenty of time to travel around the Lake District. The traffic from Windermere especially from mid morning can be very slow with jams. Mobile reception is limited but we will have your mobile number and you will have ours on the PDF Info sheet you receive when you book.
You will lose the deposit payment if you cancel with more than 14 days notice. If you cancel within 14 days you will lose the full balance
You will receive a full refund- or you can opt to rebook. There is no pressure to do this option. If we cancel because of dangerous water conditions at a location (ghyll/canyoning) then we will try to offer an alternative if possible, which you are under no obligation to do.
From the abseil site to the Canyon location it is a 10 minute drive. From the abseil site to the ghyll scramble location it is a 20 minute drive.