Activities, Adventure and Sports

“Adventurous experiences out-of-doors are perceived to kindle the enthusiasm of the young, to develop their concern for others, for their community and for the environment. Such experiences provide the means of self-discovery, self-expression and enjoyment which are at once both stimulating and fulfilling. It thus emerges that, for young people and adults alike, Outdoor Adventure is perceived as a vehicle for building values and ideals, for developing creativity and enterprise for enhancing a sense of citizenship, and for widening physical and spiritual horizons.”

Henry Cecil John Hunt, Lord Hunt of Llanfair Waterdine, KG, CBE, DSO 1910-1998

Leader of the 1953 Everest expedition, John Hunt had climbed in the Himalayas since the 1930s, applying to join the 1936 expedition, for which he was turned down on medical grounds. He was chosen at short notice to replace Eric Shipton on the 1953 expedition, and quickly won round his skeptical team mates with his warmth, dedication, and impressive organizational skills.

For outdoor enthusiasts, you will find below a range of activities, adventures and sports on offer in both England and New England. Whether you are planning a day out, a week-end getaway, an extended holiday, or a business trip combined with time for relaxation, we have options for you to select from. Please review the listings and return to find new ones being added all the time. You will discover activities for every level of skill and endurance and for those who are young as well as those who are young at heart and all the years in between. Take time to enjoy the great outdoors and reward yourself with a break from the stresses and strains of everyday life.