Imagine jumping into crystal-clear pools, descending waterfalls, and navigating through ancient rock formations. Stoneycroft Ghyll Scramble delivers all of this and more and our team of experienced guides will lead you and ensure your safety on this fantastic experience. For those who want a bit more, there is a lower ‘canyon’ section called Stoneycroft Gorge which cuts more deeply into the mountainside and has created a spectacular deep-sided gorge with bigger waterfalls than those found in its upper reaches. In favourable conditions (when the water level is not too high), the gorge can be descended with a rope via a series of abseils or ‘lowers’. This can be done in addition to the top section, or as an alternative.
This is a scheduled 2-hour experience (3 hours including the gorge section) that is open to anyone. Private bookings are available on request. No previous experience is required, however, a reasonable level of fitness and balance will improve your enjoyment.
Stoneycroft Ghyll: £45 per adult / £40 per child
Stoneycroft Canyon: £55 per adult / £50 per child
* Minimum of four people required
We believe that keeping group numbers low enhances your experience. We run this activity with up to 10 people in the main ghyll and a maximum of 6 in the canyon section.
We offer a range of scheduled activities (including this experience) that are open to the public and that can be booked online via the red ‘Book Now’ button. We also take private bookings and enquiries for this can be made via the form on this page or the contact form at the top of the page. We require a 30% deposit to secure private bookings and full payment prior to your course or activity commencing. If you would like any more information or have a specific question, please get in touch.
*In extremely wet conditions any of the above activities may be cancelled for safety reasons in which case a full refund will be issued or an option to re-book.
We will meet you at the activity venue which is situated in the Newlands Valley. Access from Keswick and the A66 is via Braithwaite. See the map below:
We will provide all of the safety equipment required, however, you will need to bring some of your own personal items including:
*Please note that it is not practical to take any personal items with you during the activity and jewellery should be removed.
