Navigate untamed trails and lakes with Adventure 21's orienteering trips across Lancashire and the Lake District. Discover a unique canoe orienteering challenge on Coniston Water that tests your teamwork and navigation skills.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness to manage varied terrain and paddling for the canoe course.
Wildlife
History
The Lake District has been a center for outdoor pursuits since the late 19th century, with orienteering gaining popularity as a sport in the mid-20th century here.
Conservation
Adventure 21 emphasizes low-impact practices to preserve the fragile upland ecosystems and waterways featured in their courses.
Adventure 21
Navigate untamed trails and lakes with Adventure 21's orienteering trips across Lancashire and the Lake District. Discover a unique canoe orienteering challenge on Coniston Water that tests your teamwork and navigation skills.
Adventure 21 is a UK-based outdoor activity provider operating across the Lake District and Lancashire.
The company offers a diverse range of three-hour experiences including paintballing, Canadian canoeing, raft building, rafted canoeing orienteering, bush-craft and survival school, archery tag, team challenge games, gorge scrambling, and orienteering. Activities take place at venues such as Coniston, Torver and Coniston Water, and are suitable for private groups, schools, corporate teams and individuals depending on the activity. Sessions prioritise safety and instruction: paintballing features safety-focused play without one-shot eliminations, canoeing and gorge scrambling are led by experts, and bush-craft covers basic survival skills like fire lighting and shelter building. Many activities are designed for team building and group engagement, including raft building, team challenge games created by P.A.C.E Training Consultants, and orienteering events that encourage navigation and collaboration. Adventure 21 provides all necessary equipment for activities such as gorge scrambling and supplies coaching for skill development. Participants are often encouraged to bring their own snacks and drinks for budget-friendly outings during longer sessions. Locations include woodland and lakeside settings in the Lake District and Lancashire, offering scenic routes and water-based challenges on Coniston Water. Adventure 21 focuses on accessible, hands-on outdoor experiences that combine physical activity, learning and fun. Booking options include private group sessions and tailored team-building programs suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Many of the core experiences are delivered as three-hour sessions, providing structured time for instruction, games, practice and debrief for groups and individuals in scenic settings outdoors.
Locations
Lake District & Lancashire
Venues include Coniston and Torver
Typical Duration
3 hours
Most core sessions run three hours
Activities
10 experiences
Water and land-based adventures
Group Friendly
Private & Team
Tailored for groups, schools and corporates
Reserve a 3-hour session for paintballing, canoeing, raft building or team challenges across the Lake District and Lancashire — book private or group sessions now.
Master the Map Before You Start
Spend a few minutes with your map and compass before heading off to familiarize yourself with key landmarks and check point locations.
Dress for Variable Weather
Layered clothing and waterproofs are crucial as Lake District weather can shift quickly during your orienteering session.
Stay Hydrated on the Move
Bring enough water and snacks to maintain energy throughout the 3-hour course, especially on warmer days.
Practice Safe Canoe Handling
For canoe orienteering on Coniston Water, ensure you’re comfortable with basic paddling techniques to help maintain control and safety.
Waterproof Jacket
Protects against frequent spring showers and keeps you dry during lake crossing.
spring
Sturdy Hiking Boots
Provides traction and ankle support across rocky and uneven trails.
Compass
Critical for accurate navigation on foot and water-based orienteering.
Water Bottle
Essential for hydration during physically demanding routes and hot weather.
summer