Adventure Activities
We offer a wide range of adventure activities for individuals, schools, youth groups and organisations. All activities can typically be booked for a 3-hour session with some available as a full day adventure. We tailor activities to your groups age, ability and experience. We offer affordable prices that are available on request. All the adventure activities on this page are also available as part of a residential programme.
Guided Walks
Our instructors can guide you through the beautiful Yorkshire Dales with stunning and accessible views.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3/6 hours
Locations: Various
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
Ever wanted to explore the beautiful Yorkshire Dales but not sure where to start or how to find your way? We will take you to some of the best places with amazing views and accessible routes. We also offer walks in the Lake District. Here are some of our most popular routes:
- The Reeth Round: starting and finishing in the beautiful village of Reeth, we can take you to 2 or 3 great viewpoints with a chance to see some of the best views in Yorkshire.
- Lead Mining Heritage Walk: find out more about the amazing lead mining heritage of Swaledale.
- Shunner Fell: an opportunity to get to one of the high points of the Pennine Way and take in the amazing views of the Backbone of Britain.
- Exploring Wensleydale: walks around some of the most scenic parts of Wallace and Grommit country! It could involve an ascent of Pen Hill or a visit to the famous waterfalls at Aysgarth. If you have time you could always finish with some Wensleydale Cheese at Hawes Creamery.
- Lake District: Enjoy great views over the famous lakes. Explore the superb lower hills or even one of the 3,000ft mountains such as Scafell Pike, Helvellyn or Skiddaw.
High Ropes
We have a fantastic High Ropes Course designed to challenge you and get the adrenalin going.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
We have a fantastic High Ropes Course designed to challenge you and get the adrenalin going. Why not get a small group together and come and have a go.
It is great for teamwork and problem solving and you will be amazed by just what you can achieve.
We will provide you with the best kit and you will always have a rope above you so you can try some new challenges whilst remaining safe. Once you have achieved the goal you set for yourself we can lower you safely back to the ground to share your experience with your team members.
This activity can be combined with another onsite activity such as Climbing, Abseiling, Orienteering or Archery for a half day or full day booking.
Caving
If you want a real adventure activity, why not try Caving. The Yorkshire Dales has some of the best caves in the UK.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3/6 hours
Location: Various
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
If you want a real adventure, why not try a Caving trip. The Yorkshire Dales has some of the best caves in the UK and there is a huge variety to choose from. It is an opportunity to visit hidden worlds that not many people get to see.
It is not all about crawling and getting wet. We can take you to caves where you just walk in and there isn’t even any kneeling! You could visit some huge underground caverns and walk down big roomy passages with fantastic geological features.
We can run caving trips in Swaledale, in the Northern Dales or down in the Southern Dales not far from Ingleton.
It is great for families, team building, work colleagues and groups of friends, so why not give it a go and discover more about the natural world.
Open Canoeing
Open canoeing is an easy way to get out on the water. Brilliant for seeing wildlife, exploring and team work.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Ellerton Lake
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
Open canoeing is one of the quickest and best ways of getting out there on the water. It is a brilliant way of seeing wildlife, exploring a new place and having a great time with your companions.
We have a fleet of modern, purpose made canoes that have 2 or 3 seats, so they are great for friends and families to get together. Our boats are stable, roomy and easy to paddle. If anyone in your party wants that extra bit of security, no problem, we can connect 2 boats together to form a very stable raft.
It doesn’t matter if you have never been in a boat before or if you are a seasoned enthusiast, we will encourage you out on the water and help you develop your skills along the way.
Kayaking
Have the freedom to paddle your own kayak, learn the basics then let the games begin.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Ellerton Lake
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
If you want to paddle your own little boat then kayaking could be for you. Kayaking comes from the Inuit Eskimo people and it was essential for hunting and fishing.
Our modern boats are lightweight, plastic and highly manoeuvrable but still have many of the traditional similarities. We have a wide variety of sizes to suit children and adults. You will have a double ended paddle and you will be surprised by how quickly you can pick up speed.
If you are new to kayaking we recommend starting in the shallows of some still water, we have an ideal lake location for you. Once you feel more confident you have the choice of a short journey, some games and you might even want to get really wet!
Archery
Archery is fantastic for all ages and skill levels. Learn some key techniques then let the games begin.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
Archery is a fantastic activity for all ages and skill levels. It is great for both adults, children, families and groups of friends.
You don’t need any prior experience and you will be surprised by how much you can improve in a short space of time with some expert coaching from our staff.
We will introduce you to some key techniques to get you started and then we can try out some different games and some friendly competition.
We have our own purpose built archery range with beautiful views over the River Swale. You can book a half day archery session or combine it with another on site activity such as climbing or High Ropes for a half day or full day session. Why not come and have a go.
This activity can be combined with another onsite activity such as High Ropes, Abseiling, Orienteering or Climbing for a half day or full day booking.
Climbing
We have a purpose made 10m high outdoor climbing wall and expert coaching to help get you started.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
If you have never had a go at climbing why not give it a try. It is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK.
We have a purpose made outdoor climbing wall and expert coaching that will get you started. Our wall is 10m high and it located in a sheltered sunny location. There are some great warm up routes with lots of big holds and once you are ready you can set your own personal challenge. You might want to go a bit higher, try something a bit steeper or just use one set of coloured holds. The choice is yours and we will provide the safety and support for you to achieve you goal.
This activity can be combined with another onsite activity such as High Ropes, Abseiling, Orienteering or Archery for a half day or full day booking.
We also offer climbing at some of the best locations across Yorkshire and the Lake District. You will be following in the footsteps of some of the UK’s most famous climbers.
We will introduce you to some of the techniques needed to overcome the natural challenges and share with you the secrets of how to do this adventurous activity safely.
Navigation Skills
Improve your navigation so you can become more independent and confident when walking on the hills.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3/6 hours
Locations: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
Improve your navigation so you can become more independent and confident when walking on the hills.
We can run a half day or full day session from Swaledale. We will help you get the key skills sorted and show you some of the best tips so you can go home a more confident and competent navigator.
We supply the maps and compasses, you just need to bring your own lunch, water bottle and wear appropriate hill walking clothing.
DofE Expeditions
We are a DofE Approved Activity Provider. We offer bespoke training, supervision and assesment courses.
We are a DofE Approved Activity Provider. We offer bespoke training, supervision and assesment courses.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements and we’ll be happy to tailor a programme to suit your group.
Orienteering
Orienteering is a great activity to exercise the brain and body, whilst also experiencing the great outdoors.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
If you think you cannot read a map, then think again. Everyone can enjoy searching for our hidden markers and experience the satisfaction of getting better at navigating.
We have a variety of courses here at Marrick Priory to suit every age and skill level. It is a great activity to exercise the brain and body at the same time whilst also experiencing the great outdoors.
If you have never done any orienteering before we can quickly teach you some of the key skills and you can try them out on our short course. When you are ready we can try some longer courses with a little more challenge.
This activity can be combined with another onsite activity such as High Ropes, Climbing, Abseiling, or Archery for a half day or full day booking.
Paddle Boarding
Paddle Boarding is a great activity for exploring the lake. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Ellerton Lake
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
More details coming soon. Request this activity to find out more.
Shelter Building
It is fun to re-connect with the natural world. Build your shelter, try traditional fire lighting and prepare food & drink.
Price: Available on request
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Marrick Priory
Typical start time: 10am and 2pm
This is a great activity for families and friends who want to experience the great outdoors and try some creative activities.
Building shelters and cooking outdoors is something we humans have been doing for thousands of years! It is fun to re-connect with the natural world and learn the skills of people who lived in harmony with nature before the modern age.
We will help you choose a location for your shelter and forage for materials to make a natural shelter. When you are ready we can try out some traditional fire lighting and then prepare something to eat and drink around the fire.
Abseiling
We are famous for having an abseil through the trapdoor of our medieval church tower!
Availability: by request
If you prefer going down to going up then Abseiling might be your thing. We can offer this at various locations, indoors and outdoors. We are famous for having an abseil through the trapdoor of our medieval church tower!
We provide you with all the safety equipment and you will have a back-up rope to always keep you safe if it all gets a little too exciting!
For best value it is a good idea to combine abseiling with another activity at Marrick Priory for a half day or full day session.
Low Ropes & Tunnels
One of our most popular activities for school children - build confidence and improve your balance and agility.
Availability: by request
One of our most popular activities for school children to build their confidence and improve their balance and agility.
We like you to work in pairs so you can support and encourage each other through the different challenges. So stick on your helmet, look your partner in the eye and then decide who is going first. There are challenges to get over, go under, balance along and swing from.
We will introduce to our wild woozy, tarzan swing cargo net and tunnels and you will be surprised by just what you can achieve.
