WINTER
abseil adventure
Perfect for groups and families looking to experience abseiling. A journey through the tunnels and mines of Little Langdale are concluded with two abseils.
Instructor Ratio 1:8
Price per group for standalone sessions
1-2 people: £120
3-8 people: £45pp
Enquire for groups exceeding our ratios for a quotation
OVERVIEW
This is a half day activity - lasting up to 3.5 hours.
It will allow you the opportunity to abseil down sheer walls and vertical rock faces and experience the thrill walking backwards down the wall, controlling your descent.
Your instructor will manage the session as you undertake the abseil. They will rig the abseils safely and provide a clear demonstration on how to abseil.
You will control your own decent as you go but we will always have a backup rope clipped to you for ultimate safety.
This session is run in three main locations, all close to Coniston and Ambleside.
These are:
Tilberthwaite Quarry
Hodge Close
Cathedral Quarry
Undertaking a journey down to Cathedral Quarry allows for a short walk through the woodland area. The walk is around 20 minutes on woodland trails and rocky paths.
On arrival we will explore some of the old mine tunnels and caverns left behind by the slate industry. We will take you inside the famous cathedral cavern and explore the quarry itself.
At Cathedral Quarry, the abseils are up to 45 metres in height and sometimes free-hanging in space, this is a great challenge as you descend down the quarry floor.
The price of this day is inclusive of:
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A qualified & experienced instructor
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Local & intimate knowledge of the venues
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All technical equipment
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Professional instruction, coaching & guidance
Ratios
1:8 Ratio - 8 people on this session
The will rig each abseil on arrival - the session is progressive, 1 smaller abseil and 1 big abseil.
Full demonstration will be given and safety brief delivered to all.
You will abseil one at a time. Controlling your own descent - but the system is backed up by the instructor for your safety.
Pre-Requisites
No experience necessary
This is a journey in the caves at the quarries of Coniston & Little Langdale - a head for heights and some courage are all you need.
Please contact us to discuss any queries
Equipment
We will share kit lists with you during the booking stage
Harness & Helmet provided
You will need to wear suitable outdoor clothing and have appropriate mountain footwear
Walking boots advised as the terrain can be very wet and the tunnels have shallow standing water inside
Venue
Our venues are carefully selected and tailored to get the most out of the day.
All venues are suitable for abseiling and the difficulty can be tailored to the group
We enjoy walks through woodland and through the tunnels to make this an inclusive journey
No tight spaces or confined tunnels but some dark areas
All dates, courses and sessions are displayed on our booking system. Follow the book now button to view all of our availability and book your session.
Please request a date if our calendar doesn't match your availability
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CONTACT
We look forward to hearing from you and working towards your mountaineering ambitions and helping to achieve your goals.
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07305028901
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