Things to do in Southampton
Bassenthwaite Lake
Wild Swimming
Free!Bassenthwaite Lake is one of the largest water bodies in the English Lake District. It is long and narrow, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) long and 0.75 miles (1 km) wide, but is also extremely shallow, with a maximum depth of about 70 ft (21 m). It ..Spittal Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Spittal Beach is a gently sloping resort beach approximately one kilometre long situated immediately south of the mouth of the River Tweed.Global Boarders Hit the Surf 2 Surf Lessons
Surfing
<!-- converted from markdown --> This package includes two 2-hour surf lessons. After learning the art of ‘standing up’ on your first lesson we will focus on ‘staying up’ during the second lesson. The 2 day course will also cover the pro pop-up and s..Paignton Preston Sands Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Paignton Preston Sands is on the south coast of Devon. It is a sandy beach, approximately 800 metres wide, backed by a large town green.Archery, Axe Throwing & Crossbow shooting - The Medieval Trio
<!-- converted from markdown --> <strong>Master the ancient skills of Archery, Axe Throwing and Crossbow shooting in a beautiful New Forest woodland</strong><br /><br /><strong><em>What to expect:</em></strong> <br /><br /><ul><li>2.5hr combined Arch..Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum
Tour
Free!The Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum is located in Threlkeld three miles (4.8 km) east of Keswick, in the heart of the Lake District in Cumbria. It is suited for families, school classes, and enthusiasts. It includes a quarry with a unique collecti..Castlerigg stone circle
Sailing
Free!The stone circle at Castlerigg (alternatively Keswick Carles, Carles, Carsles, Castle-rig or Druids' Circle) is situated near Keswick in Cumbria, North West England. One of around 1,300 stone circles in the British Isles and Brittany, it was construc..Bamburgh Castle Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Bamburgh Castle Beach is a long remote, sandy beach situated on the north Northumberland coast. The beach is 2.5 kilometres long and slopes gently, resulting in a long distance to the sea at low tide. The Mill Burn crosses the beach to the north of the Environment Agency's designated sampling point.Bikepacking For Beginners
Cycling
<!-- converted from markdown --> With bikepacking, you can create wilderness adventures right from your front door. All you need is a well-packed bike, a little bike-maintenance know-how, some navigation and wild-camping skills, and the whole world b..Seahouses North Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Seahouses North Beach is a long remote beach situated on the north Northumberland coast. Measuring nearly two kilometres in length, the sandy beach slopes gently, resulting in a long distance to the sea at low tide.St. Herbert's Island
Wild Swimming
Free!St. Herbert's Island is the largest of the Derwent islands and is named after Saint Herbert of Derwentwater (died 20 March 687). He was an Anglo-Saxon priest and hermit who lived on the small St Herbert's Island in Derwentwater, Cumbria, England. His..Caving explore underground Yorkshire (Gentler and less intense) (All Horizontal and large passages)
Canoeing
<!-- converted from markdown --> Spend the day exploring the subterranean world with us. <br /><br /> See what lays beneath your feet in the Yorkshire Dales as we head underground via large passageways created by water. This day will be using horizon..World of the Workers; Strutt Community Tour
Historical
Instant booking!Next on Sun 17th AugFrom £7<!-- converted from markdown --> The Community, built from 1785 onwards to house the workers in the Strutt family cotton spinning mills is considered to be the oldest surviving textile workers’ community in England – in Belper, the oldest cotton spin..Southend Thorpe Bay Beach / Estuary
Outdoor swimming
Free!Thorpe Bay is a sandy/shingle beach that stretches from Eastern Esplanade by Southchurch Park through to Thorpe Bay Yacht Club. The beach is gently sloping with a long tidal range.Ringstead Bay Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Ringstead Bay is on the Dorset coast and is part of the Purbeck Heritage Coast. It is a remote shingle beach, approximately one kilometre wide, backed by high cliffs.Workington Hall
Ruins
Free!Workington Hall, sometimes called Curwen Hall, is a ruined building on the Northeast outskirts of the town of Workington in Cumbria. It is a Grade I listed building. A peel tower was built on the site in 1362. The present house dates back to around ..White Water Paddleboarding Coaching for Improvers
Climbing
Instant booking!Next on Tue 12th AugFrom £60<!-- converted from markdown --> Take your white water paddleboarding skills to the next level with our specialized improver course. Designed for paddlers with some experience on the river, this course focuses on refining techniques, building confide..Downloady imagesss
Mountain Biking
Free!This one has the route oh yes it doesRock Climbing on Dartmoor, 1 Day Adventure
Climbing
<!-- converted from markdown --> A days climbing on real rock on some of the best climbing in the country - in the beautiful Dartmoor National Park! Having been climbing in and around Dartmoor with groups and personally for over 20 years, the loca..Group Abseiling in the Peak District
Instant booking!Next on Fri 08th AugFrom £35<!-- converted from markdown --> Abseiling was originally used as an improvised mountaineering technique for safeguarding sections of steep ground during descent. Today, abseiling remains an essential skill used by cavers, mountaineers and rock climb..Portland Harbour Castle Cove Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Portland Harbour Castle Cove is in Portland Harbour on the Dorset coast. It is a sheltered sandy cove, approximately 220 metres wide, backed by cliffs.Southend Jubilee Beach / Estuary
Outdoor swimming
Free!Jubilee Beach is in the centre of Southend-on Sea, between the famous pier and the Sea-Life Adventure Centre. It's a large shingle beach, backed by a busy esplanade - close to many shops and amusements.Canoe journeys in the Lake District
Canoeing
<!-- converted from markdown --> Whether it’s paddling quietly over still water or negotiating rapids on a river, there are few activities that facilitate connection to the natural environment quite like open canoeing. With its numerous large lakes a..Improvised Rafting Experience River Derwent
Canoeing
Instant booking!Next on Wed 23rd JulFrom £30<!-- converted from markdown --> A fantastic introduction to improvised rafting on the River Derwent at Darley Abbey ideal for those who have never tried building their own raft before. Improvised rafting sessions are great if you are looking for a f..Bespoke Family Navigation Day
Wildlife
<!-- converted from markdown --> Ever wanted to explore off the beaten track? Not confident to go it alone? Venture into wild Dartmoor with Crag 2 Mountain on a Navigation experience and you’ll come away confident to take on your own adventures. Co..Buttermere
Wild Swimming
Free!Buttermere is a lake in the Lake District in North West England and is an excellent swimming lake. There is a path around the perimeter and no motorised crafts are allowed. The adjacent village of Buttermere takes its name from the lake. Historically..Dovercourt Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Dovercourt is a quiet family resort with a shelving sand and shingle beach. It is backed by a promenade and sea wall. The promenade extends to Harwich Town. From the beach there are panoramic views of the approaches to the ports of Felixstowe and Harwich, Walton, and Hamford Water National Nature Reserve.Meadfoot Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Meadfoot is on the south coast of Devon. It is a shingle and rocky beach resort, approximately 800 metres wide, backed by cliffs.River Cocker, Cumbria
Wild Swimming
Free!The River Cocker is a river in the Lake District in North West England, in the county of Cumbria. Its source is at the head of the Buttermere valley. It flows north through Buttermere and then Crummock Water, through Lorton Vale, to the town of Cocke..Traditional Jazz in the Gardens
Culture
Jazz in the GardensSunday 13th July, 2pm-5pm<div>Enjoy traditional New Orleans Jazz with The Tame Valley Stompers Allstars – back by popular demand!! Music from the 20s and 30s to get your feet tapping and your ears tingling – the perfect way to spen..Snowdonia Gorge Walking Adventure
Tour
<!-- converted from markdown --> Love the outdoors? Fancy an adventure? For those looking for a more thrilling way to relax, <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://climbwales.co.uk/activities/gorge-walking/">gorge walking</a> is an awesome..Walton Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Walton is a popular resort with the second longest pier in Britain. The beach is sandy and backed by the promenade which is lined partly by beach huts and cafés. The Naze, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, is nearby to the north.Scale Force
Natural beauty spot
Free!Scale Force is considered the highest waterfall in the English Lake District. Opinions vary about how its precise height is calculated, but the total height is normally stated as 170 feet (51.8m). It lies on the stream Scale Beck. The waterfall – or..Sea Kayak Trip Half Day
Instant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £45Let us take you on a half day trip along the Devon Coast where we will show you impressive cliffs of the Jurassic coast, secret caves, lonely beaches & wildlife. We will cater this trip to your needs and make sure you are well looked after. This..Caving Experience - Matlock Bath
Climbing
Instant booking!Next on Sun 29th JunFrom £30<!-- converted from markdown --> Your cave leader will guide you through the easy but extensive underground system, exploring the many passages along the way, building interest and confidence. Discover the tranquillity of the silence and darkness, th..Bustler Street Food Market 21st-24th July
Culinary
<!-- converted from markdown --> We've got you covered this summer. <br /><br />Those weekends you've got the holiday/festival blues we've got one hell of a beer garden to seat you! <br /><br /> A whole 6 weeks of Street Food, Summer Fun, Frozen Cock..Frinton Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Frinton is a quiet family resort. The beach is gently shelving and sandy. The beach is backed by the promenade and sloping cliffs, and the sea front still lined by many Victorian style beach huts. It is close to the town centre.Axe Throwing & Assault Course
<!-- converted from markdown --> What a great combination to come and try in our woodland setting in the heart of Derbyshire. You get to test your skills at the traditional and ancient art of axe throwing where you will learn all the skills required ..Hillwalking/Navigation Day
<!-- converted from markdown --> Spend a full day in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside learning skills to help keep you safe and on the right track. The Peak District is on e of the most accessible hill walking areas in the country so once you hav..Innominate Tarn
Wild Swimming
Free!Innominate Tarn is a small tarn in the north of the Lake District National Park in England. It is situated at 520 metres above sea level, near the summit of Haystacks. The name Innominate means "without a name". It was formerly known as Loaf Tarn. ..4) The "Hill" and turning left route
<!-- converted from markdown --> Yes there is a Big Hill, but it has two stops on the way, and the view points and inspirational tracks you get make it all truly worth it! Actually, its the hill back down that make it awesome !<br /><br />This is a L..Porthcurnick Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Porthcurnick is on the south coast of Cornwall. It is a remote sandy beach, approximately 210 metres wide, backed by cliffs and accessed by a footpath. A stream flows across the beach to the sea.Connecting With Exmoor Ponies & Yourself
Wildlife
<b> Connecting with Exmoor Ponies & Yourself Experience</b><br /><div>This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with and tune into the <b>Exmoor Pony Project</b> herd, observing their characters and herd energy at close quarters. Come and discov..Holland Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Holland-on-Sea has a small quiet sandy beach and picnic areas. It is backed by a sea wall in a rural setting.St Bees Head and Fleswick Bay
Wild Swimming
Free!St Bees Head is a headland on the North West coast of the English county of Cumbria and is named after the nearby village of St Bees. It is the only stretch of Heritage Coast on the English coastline between the Welsh and Scottish borders and is a S..Kayak Hire
Paddleboarding
Instant booking!Next on todayFrom £40<ul><li>Kayak hire packages available in central Bath. Hire includes a RTM sit on tops as seen in the photo (colours may vary). Also included is a Buoyancy Aid per kayak hired. </li></ul><ul><li>Booking your kayak is simple. Using the booking cale..Hive Beach
Outdoor swimming
Free!Hive is in Lyme Bay on the Dorset coast. It is a remote sandy beach, approximately one kilometre wide, backed by cliffs.Intermediate Rock Climbing Course
Climbing
<!-- converted from markdown --> The main aims of this one day course are to learn how to become a safe belayer, how to second routes competently and how to belay a lead climber. You will develop your climbing movement skills, learn how to place prot..Half Day SUP Trip
Paddleboarding
Instant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £40With no previous experience required, these trips are ideal for families, individuals or groups. We spend around 2 hours on the water and personalise the trip for you; some of the options that we can include are rock hopping, wildlife watching, mars..Ennerdale, Cumbria
Wild camp spot
Free!Ennerdale is a valley in Cumbria, England. Ennerdale Water, fed by the River Liza, is the most westerly lake in the Lake District National Park. As long as you abide by the Green Guide rules, you can wild camp above the wall line of the fell. Due to..