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Adventure Activities
The activities we offer at the Northumberland Adventure Centre are designed for groups with little or no prior experience and can be adjusted to suit children or adult groups. All activities are inspected, licenced and risk assessed adhering to standards set by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Service (AALS), Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Assessment (LotC) and Adventure Mark accredited and facilitated in line with ratios as recommended by the relevant National Governing Body, taking into consideration the nature of the group, weather and specific venue. We can provide transportation and catering for your activity day.
Ghyll scrambling & waterfall jumping
Ashgill, 25 mins from NAC
Thrill Seeker level, but opt-out per jump possible
Canoeing
Sweethope Loughs or River Tyne
Beginner to advanced level possible, learn a new skill!
Raft Building
Sweethope Loughs or River Tyne
Fun for every age group - make it a race!
Archery
Deneholme Woodland
A fun way to learn a new skill and compete.
Fell Walking, Navigation
Around Allendale
From a 1 hr orienteering session to 2 day expeditions
Rock Climbing
The Great Wanneys or Peel Cragg
Beginner to advanced level possible
Night Activities
Deneholme Woodland or Fellgate track
From a wee nightwalk to our popular thriller manhunt
Mine Exploration
Tyne Bottom or Small Cleugh
A history & geology lesson combines with adventure
Tree Climbing & Abseil
Deneholme Woodland
Different heights for different abilities
Mountain Biking
Around Allendale and on the fells
Basic ability to ride a bike is important
Problem Solving & Teambuilding
Deneholme Gardens
Work on communication, leadership and planning
Bushcraft & Survival Skills
Deneholme Woodland
Learn how to survive in the wild