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Mountain Journeys

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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DL
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Mountain Journeys is a family business based in Ambleside and operating for over 10 years. We specialise in tailoring days out to perfectly fit around you, and your goals and aspirations.

We offer a wide range of outdoor adventure activities including:
Rock Climbing
Gorge Scrambling
Canyoning
Abseiling
Family Adventure Days
Rock Scrambling
Guided walks
Navigation courses
Fell Running
Gravel Biking

All of our courses are run by experienced, qualified and knowledgeable guides & instructors.

We can provide half or full day activity sessions at a variety of locations around Cumbria and the Lake District.

Prices start from £40 per person

What we provide:
All safety and technical equipment relavent to the activity.
Full length, 5mm thick wetsuits are always clean, dry and fitted correctly, enabling you to have a fantastic experience whatever the weather.
Photos of the day - this is free of charge and photos are e-mailed to you same day

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Open 7 days a week. Advanced booking required. Contact us to book
We offer flexible start times. Half day activities usually last between up to 3hrs and a full day is around 6hrs

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