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Practical information

Each activity page includes a specific kit list.

In general, you’ll need suitable footwear, appropriate clothing for the conditions, and if you're booked on a water-based activity, a change of clothes for afterwards.

There is no weight limit, but our safety equipment has maximum sizing.

Details are provided on each activity page.

Age limits vary depending on the activity.

Please check the individual activity page for details.

A reasonable level of fitness is required for most activities.

You don’t need prior experience unless stated, and activities are designed to be achievable for a wide range of abilities.

 

On the day

Please arrive early to allow time to park before meeting your instructor at the advertised start time.

Your instructor's details will be shared with you the evening before, by SMS text.

 

Booking, payments and group sizes

You can check availability and book directly through the “Book Now” section on each activity page.

If you have any questions or need help, just get in touch.

If your booking is more than 6 weeks away, a 25% deposit is required to secure your date.

If your activity is within 6 weeks, full payment is required at the time of booking.

The remaining balance is due 6 weeks before your activity.

We can accommodate large groups by increasing the number of instructors as needed.

For larger bookings, just get in touch and we’ll arrange the best option for your group.

Date changes are usually possible if requested more than 4 weeks before your activity, subject to availability.

Changes requested within 4 weeks are not normally possible and may be treated as a cancellation.

You can increase numbers up to 7 days before your activity, subject to availability.

If you reduce numbers:
• More than 4 weeks before: we will recalculate the booking total and refund any amount paid above the revised total
• 2–4 weeks before: 50% of the fee for those spaces will be refunded
• Less than 2 weeks before: no refund

Deposits are non-refundable and continue to form part of the overall booking.

Deposits are non-refundable.

If you cancel your booking:
• More than 4 weeks before: refund of any balance paid
• 2–4 weeks before: 50% refund
• Less than 2 weeks: no refund

We recommend taking out suitable insurance to cover cancellations.

You can view our full Terms & Conditions here.

Weather and conditions

Most activities can still run in typical Lake District weather.

If conditions require it, we may adjust the venue, route or format of the session to keep things safe and appropriate.

If conditions are unsafe (for example high water levels or severe weather), we may cancel or postpone the activity.

In this case, you will be offered:
• An alternative activity
• A new date
• Or a refund if no suitable option is available

Other/general

This depends on your group, experience and what you’re looking for.

If you’re unsure, just get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.

 

We take photos on most sessions and share them afterwards at no extra cost.

Dogs are not able to join activities.

 

 

 

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Had an incredible day with John for our first time gyll scrambling would definitely do more of this again with pale district activities.
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ben ingram
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We did Gyll Scrambling, brilliant activity to do while visiting the lakes Kids aged 9&10, they love the outdoors and are fearless so they got stuck straight in and we all had a brilliant afternoon together Highly recommend if looking for something a little different to do
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My 10 year old son and I did the ghyll scramble at Coniston with Mark yesterday… what an amazing experience… we both loved it, great bonding time, we did climbing techniques, slid down waterfalls, jumped into plunge pools, floated around and scrambled… I chose to wear my waterproof Hokas with foam soles … they were amazing buoyancy aids :-) which made putting my feet down a little tricky… but I could float like an otter very easily! Excellent knowledge from mark and great encouragement throughout, we felt safe and challenged throughout!
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We did the morning canyoning session with Scott who was absolutely brilliant - he was kind and reassuring, explained everything clearly, and didn’t drop us during the abseils which was an added bonus. We went into the activity not really knowing what to expect but it was one of the most exciting experiences we’ve had. Thanks for a great time!
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Mark Walker
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We liked it very much. This was our first experience. In the future we go canyoning more often.
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Robert Reus
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Great scrambling session with our instructor Paul - really personable and tailored the session to suit the group. Would highly recommend if you have an adventurous spirit!
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I didn’t know what to expect going to this activity but it was absolutely amazing!! There was only me and my dad on this trip with Si and he was great, looked after us, reassured us and we had so much fun! 10000% recommend this to anyone.
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Maddison Wood
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We had an amazing day with Pete. Ghyll scrambling in church beck was a brilliant morning which I would recommend to anyone! Thanks Si and Pete !
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Corinne Glover
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Had a great day Ghyll Scrambling with my team from work. Si was a superb instructor; patient, calm and happy to get loads of photos/videos along the way. I would 100% recommend using the business for a well organised and fun day out.
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