Jump into the wild waters of the Lake District with Keswick Adventures’ canyoning trip. Experience the thrill of climbing, rappelling, and zip-lining through spectacular gorge scenery—an adventure you won't forget.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical shape, comfortable with water and heights.
Wildlife
History
The Lake District’s waterways have been carved over millennia by glaciers and water erosion, creating some of the most dramatic geological formations in England.
Conservation
Keswick Adventures is committed to protecting the fragile canyon ecosystems and promoting sustainable outdoor practices.
Keswick Adventures
Jump into the wild waters of the Lake District with Keswick Adventures’ canyoning trip. Experience the thrill of climbing, rappelling, and zip-lining through spectacular gorge scenery—an adventure you won't forget.
Keswick Adventures is an outdoor activity provider based in Keswick, England, offering guided adventures across the Lake District and nearby Barnard Castle. The company runs a diverse program of experiences—white water tubing and hydrospeeding at High Force on the River Tees, kayaking and canoeing on Derwentwater, paddle boarding, ghyll scrambling, canyoning, raft building, battle archery, archery, axe throwing, and full-day challenge events including the Keswick Adventure Challenge and the Ultimate Lake District Descent.
Keswick Adventures focuses on safe, instructor-led activities for families, groups, corporate teams and individuals. Activities include provision of safety equipment, qualified instructors, private changing facilities and a café on site for pre- and post-activity comfort. Several water-based trips run from Derwentwater; Barnard Castle experiences take place on the River Tees at High Force.
Safety and local knowledge are central to operations: instructors deliver briefings, demonstrate techniques, and supervise progression through waterfalls, rapids and cliff sections. Group bookings for corporate retreats, stag and hen parties, schools and family gatherings are supported with tailored itineraries and team-building formats such as raft building and the Keswick Adventure Challenge.
With a focus on accessible thrills and scenic Lake District settings, Keswick Adventures provides a broad set of outdoor experiences suited to novice through advanced participants, backed by local expertise and on-site facilities. Bookings are open year-round subject to weather and seasonal water levels, and Keswick Adventures adapts activity choice and safety measures to conditions, age, and ability to ensure an enjoyable and well-managed experience for all participants. Groups can book online.
Location
Keswick, England
Based in the Lake District
Expert Guides
Qualified instructors
Trained and insured guides
Tours Offered
13 experiences
Range of activities for all ages
Facilities
Private changing & café
Comfortable on-site amenities
Reserve kayaking, canyoning, white water tubing or team challenges now — check availability, group options and seasonal schedules.
Wear sturdy water-friendly shoes
Ensure your footwear has good grip and can handle wet, slippery surfaces.
Bring a waterproof dry bag
Keep your camera, phone, and essentials dry during the canyoning adventure.
Follow guide instructions carefully
Listening closely ensures safety and maximizes fun on technical sections.
Check weather conditions
Canyoning is safest in dry weather; avoid during heavy rain or thunderstorms.
Wetsuit or waterproof clothing
Keeps you warm and protected while navigating water-filled sections.
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Helmet
Protects your head during rappels and slips.
Gloves
Provides extra grip on wet rocks and ropes.
Sturdy water shoes
Necessary for traction and foot protection in the canyon.