Ghyll scrambling in Stickle Ghyll
- Cost: £59pp (group discounts available)
- Time: 2½ to 3 hours (9:00am or 12:45pm start)
- When: March to end of October (see winter options here)
- Ages: 8+
- Location: Great Langdale (view meet location)
- Difficulty level: 2/5 – Easily tailored to your group
- Parking: National Trust pay & display car park
- Kit we provide: Wetsuits and full safety equipment (including buoyancy aids)
- Kit you need to bring: Trainers, t-shirt, shorts, towel/robe and dry clothes
Accessible, varied and set in the heart of Langdale.
Stickle Ghyll is a great, fun choice if you’re after something varied but accessible, with easier options available throughout for those who want them. You’ll climb waterfalls (roped where needed), make smaller jumps into deep plunge pools and work your way steadily up this beautiful Lakeland stream, gaining height as the valley opens out around you.
It works particularly well as an introduction to ghyll scrambling and often leaves people surprised at what they’ve managed by the end.
Scroll down for full details, kit information and what to expect on the day.
This trip pairs particularly well with abseiling or rock climbing if you’re building a full day.
If you’re booking for a larger group and availability looks limited, drop us a message – we can often accommodate additional numbers, add an extra session or suggest the best alternative.
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Enjoying some air-time in Stickle Ghyll
The plunge pool!
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Got questions? Read on...
How high are the jumps?
Stickle Ghyll does not have any large jumps - however there is a plunge pool.
Do I have to do the jumps and climbs?
No - all jumps and obstacles are optional. Your instructor will guide you through the session and you can take part at a level that suits you.
What is the difference between ghyll scrambling and canyoning?
Ghyll scrambling is more accessible. You move upstream through a mountain river, with slides, small climbs and optional obstacles - everything can be avoided if needed.
Canyoning is more technical and committing. It is usually done in descent and often involves ropes to abseil waterfalls, with higher and more committing jumps.
For a more detailed explanation, see our blog post here
Will I get photos from the session?
We take photos throughout the session and share them afterwards at no extra cost.
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See our full FAQs page here.
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