Unleash your teamwork skills with Raft Building on Coniston Lake. Design, build, and navigate your own raft in this fun-filled water adventure that combines creativity with stunning scenery.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels welcome; no prior experience needed
Wildlife
History
Coniston has a rich history of copper mining, with remnants visible along the lakeshore, and was famously associated with the writer John Ruskin.
Conservation
Adventure 21 promotes eco-friendly practices, emphasizing Leave No Trace principles to protect Coniston’s pristine environment.
Adventure 21
Unleash your teamwork skills with Raft Building on Coniston Lake. Design, build, and navigate your own raft in this fun-filled water adventure that combines creativity with stunning scenery.
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.
Wear suitable clothing
Dress in quick-drying clothes and sturdy footwear to stay comfortable and safe.
Listen to safety instructions
Pay close attention to the guide’s instructions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Plan for weather changes
Bring layers and waterproof gear as weather can change quickly on the lake.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot ahead of time to secure your place on this popular activity.
Quick-drying clothing
Keeps you comfortable and dry during water activity.
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Sturdy water shoes or sandals
Protects your feet and provides good grip on the raft.
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Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Shield yourself from sun exposure on the water.
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Waterproof jacket
Prepare for unexpected rain or splash during the activity.
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