Bushcraft
The grounds of Derwent Hill are ideal for a first experience of bushcraft. Building and lighting fires to cook on is great fun and needs careful preparation. Creating a shelter out of basic materials all adds to the experience.
Ropes Challenge & Big Swing
Our range of apparatus - from the low ropes course to the various elements of the High Challenge to the legendary Big Swing - provides challenges for at all levels for individuals and teams
Sailing
Sail along Derwentwater with your team or class, our sailboats are great for exploring Derwentwater and for teamwork.
Kayaking
Our kayaks are great fun for all ages, test your skills on the lake with this great experience.
Canoeing
Our canoes are great for exploring Derwentwater and for teamwork. After learning skills on the lake, a trip down the River Derwent is a great experience.
Abseiling & Rock Climbing
The beautiful valley of Borrowdale is one of our venues for rock climbing and abseiling. Alternatively a small local crag provides an excellent introduction to rock climbing.
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/activities/abseiling-rock-climbing/
Ghyll Scrambling & Canyoning
Ghyll scrambling and canyoning involve travelling up or down rocky Lakeland streams negotiating pools, rock steps and waterfalls along the way. Great fun and excellent for bringing out the best in a team.
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/activities/ghyll-scrambling-canyoning/
Personal clothing & kit list for schools, colleges & youth groups
This is a checklist of items to bring with you. Look at the weather forecast just before you come as this will help you decide how much warm clothing or suntan lotion you need to bring.
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/resources/personal-clothing-kit-list-for-schools/
Personal details/consent form for adults
Personal details and consent forms must be completed by all participants taking part in activities. You can bring a completed form with you to your event, or you can complete a form on arrival. We do not need the forms in advance, but if you have any specific dietary or medical requirements, please let your...
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/resources/personal-details-form/
Personal details/consent form for under 18s
Personal details and consent forms should be completed for all young people taking part in activities. We do not require these forms in advance. Course organisers should bring completed forms with them. Please let us know if you would like this form in a different format.
https://www.derwenthill.co.uk/resources/personal-detailsconsent-form-under-18s/