On ropes...
From gentle scrambles to challenging rock climbs, climbing activities on offer in the Lake District and Cumbria are wide and varied and suitable for any level of experience
Famous as the birthplace of modern rock climbing, the Lake District, Cumbria is the perfect place to begin your climbing career with easy-access
roadside crags.
Maybe you're a mid-grade crag rat? Tick the classics on Dow Crag, Gimmer or Esk Buttress.
Or perhaps you're pushing the upper grades? Lakeland rock has proved a forcing-ground
of climbing standards for each generation and steep, modern test-pieces abound.
Not quite a crag rat yet? Many see scrambling as adventure in its purest form - an interesting activity that's not really climbing yet involves the use of hands on rock. For ambitious walkers, scrambling can prove an exciting step onwards adding spice and interest to a big day out.
Just want to try something a bit different? How about a high wire adventure on Go Ape or the UK's first Via Ferrata?
On ropes in the Lake District, Cumbria
Climbing
Famous as the birthplace of modern rock climbling the Lake District has something for crag rats of all abilities.
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Canyoning
Test your nerves and get a stunning perspective on the Lake District and Cumbria's famous landscapes!
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Caving
Discover a seldom seen part of Cumbria and explore the underground caves and caverns.
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Practical information
Make the most of your visit with some practical information and advice.
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Fix the Fells
A number of organisations are working to Fix the Fells. Check out the projects and see how you can help.fix the fells
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Leisure activities
Looking for a more gentle day out?
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Group activities
Looking for something different for a team building day, stag or hen party or just a good day out with friends?
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Leo Houlding shares his favourite Lake District climbs.
