Top South West England Outdoor Activities

Enjoy a serene journey through Bath on a 30 minute river cruise along the picturesque River Avon, aboard the Jolly Brit, a historic vessel with royal heritage as a former jolly boat from the Royal Yacht Britannia, used by Queen Elizabeth II. This sightseeing adventure offers an unparalleled view of Bath's iconic Pulteney Weir and its stunning riverside architecture. Glide past tranquil wildlife and lush landscapes, making it an ideal way to appreciate the city's beauty from the water. This small group cruise ensures a personal and intimate atmosphere, perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful escape in a historic setting. -30-minute sightseeing cruise through the heart of Bath -Sail aboard the Jolly Brit, a former Royal Yacht Britannia jolly boat used by Queen Elizabeth II -Unique views of iconic sites like Pulteney Weir -Experience Bath's historical riverside architecture -Enjoy a relaxing small group atmosphere for a personal touch

Set in the stunning Ashton Court woodland, these high ropes course offers an exhilarating day out for friends and family from ages 6 and up. 6 to 7 yr olds must be accompanied by a participating adult. Choose from three routes, easy, medium, or hard, each filled with fun walkways, daring leaps, and thrilling tree zips culminating in an exciting zip line finish. Our fantastic Instructors ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, guiding you through your adventure with a comprehensive safety briefing. Over 1.5 hours, navigate through challenging obstacles at your own pace and celebrate your achievements amidst the beautiful grounds of Ashton Court Estate.

Coasteering is the coast’s answer to canyoning: scrambling, leaping, and swimming along the intertidal zone. Experience it in a dazzling north Cornwall setting on this small-group adventure, led by fully qualified instructors. Swim through sea caves, leap into the water, explore rock pools, and more. Your package includes a wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and lifejacket. The tour starts at Bossiney Campsite, Tintagel. Please bring appropriate water shoes.

Thrill seekers will love soaring through the air on the Skywire, an adrenaline-inducing zipline that’s among the longest and fastest of its kind in England. Don the safety gear—with the help of expert instructors—and launch yourself down the 2,165-foot (660-meter) long zipline, reaching speeds of 60 miles (96 kilometers) per hour over the scenic Eden Project Biomes. Participants must weigh between 30kg and 120kg and be at least 8 years old.

If your time to explore Bristol is limited and you want to speed up your sightseeing, then this guided bike tour is a great choice. Enjoy riding past Bristol’s iconic landmarks on a flat and easy route, while stopping to take in interesting sights along the way—such as murals by Banksy, Bristol Floating Harbour, and Clifton Suspension Bridge.

The Dorset coast looks at its best from the water. Travel back through 185 million years of history on this journey from Poole Harbour, which passes Old Harry Rocks, the tip of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your captain provides live commentary, ensuring you don’t miss a thing, whether that’s pirate tales or Millionaire’s Row gossip. A licensed bar lets you hydrate while wide windows guarantee a view.

Explore the stunning landscapes and rich history of England on this immersive day tour from Bath. Marvel at the dramatic Cheddar Gorge, where limestone cliffs and ancient caves invite exploration. Enjoy free time to visit iconic sites in Glastonbury, steeped in Arthurian legend, including the Chalice Well and Glastonbury Abbey. Then, wander through the medieval streets of Wells, England's smallest city, and admire the magnificent Wells Cathedral. This small group tour offers an intimate experience with knowledgeable driver-guides, ensuring an unforgettable adventure filled with natural wonders and historical insights. - Full-day tour from Bath to Cheddar Gorge, Glastonbury, and Wells - Explore Cheddar Gorge with options for cliff-top walks and cave visits - Discover Glastonbury’s rich history tied to King Arthur - Visit Wells Cathedral and enjoy scenic medieval streets

With this beginners’ surfing lesson in Newquay, you can get great access to your instructor, as it’s a small-group experience that’s capped at eight people. Don’t worry about bringing heavy equipment with you, as everything you need is provided. So just show up and get ready for a fun and informative introduction to the core surfing skills you need.

Challenge yourself to a pirate-themed treasure hunt in Bristol, which takes place on the city streets, passing shops, pubs, sights, and some hidden gems, too. Using a web link and instructions sent to you by “Bess” after you book, you’ll explore with your personal group, following maps, solving cryptic clues, and learning about Bristol as you go.

While it’s possible to learn to surf just by picking up a board and tooling around, it’s quicker and safer to learn from the pros. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or already learning to turn, this 2.5-hour course will help you navigate Cornwall’s surf safely and in control. Separate coaches look after surfers at different levels, ensuring rapid learning.

Connect with Glastonbury’s nature and flora on a deeper level than most other visitors on this private walking tour around its most beautiful trees. Meet your guide—a resident of Glastonbury—for a walk around the beautiful countryside to discover the area’s natural beauty. Find hidden locations, gaze at Glastonbury Tor, hear insights into each tree, and enjoy your guide’s acoustic folk tunes as you absorb the nature around you.

Explore the stunning Jurassic Coast on this guided 2-hour kayak tour to Old Harry Rocks, perfect for beginners and families. Launching from Middle Beach, you’ll paddle across picturesque Studland Bay, guided by experienced instructors who provide essential kayaking skills and local insights. Enjoy close-up views of the unique chalk formations and learn about the area's marine life. This relaxed and engaging experience promises unforgettable moments on the water. - Duration: 2 hours with multiple daily sessions available - Ideal for families; suitable for ages 8+ with no prior experience needed - Small group sizes ensure personalized attention from expert guides - All necessary equipment provided; participants should bring swimwear and appropriate closed footwear

Add a coasteering adventure to your Newquay trip with this half-day experience on the Cornish coast. Sessions run year-round, with winter bookings available on weekends. After a short walk from Fistral Beach, you’ll try cliff jumping, climbing, and swimming—all under expert lifeguard supervision. A good swimming ability and a bit of confidence is all that’s required.

Bournemouth was founded by a man who planted pine trees on a heath to cure his hay fever — and somehow became Britain's most popular seaside resort. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you from the town centre down to the seafront on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues through the Lower Gardens to Bournemouth Pier and the War Memorial — three landmarks that trace the resort from empty heath to Victorian pleasure ground • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Works for families, couples, and friend groups; photo challenges on the pier and in the gardens add a fun competitive edge Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. One man's hay fever built all of this — your phone has the whole story.

Get two experiences in one—a stand-up paddleboarding lesson as well as a guided tour of Newquay’s dramatic coastline. To help make the day run as smoothly as possible, all the SUP equipment you need is provided. So, all you need to do is show up and get ready for a lot of fun. Find out how to launch, land, balance, and perform basic strokes; then set off on a route to see the beauty of the local area.

Taking a coasteering trip along Newquay’s coast alone is a complete no-no, even if you’re experienced at the sport. This guided expedition lets you enjoy coasteering in safety and with all equipment provided, so you can focus on the scenery, swims, and jumps. Negotiate the water’s edge, caves, and whirlpools; and take deep-water leaps and swims, all with a qualified guide. A choice of time slots gives you useful flexibility.

Challenge yourself with a 150-foot (46-meter) rappel down the main quarry wall in Weston-Super-Mare. This abseiling experience covers around three hours in total, including preparation time and a practice rappel down a 40-foot (12-meter) wall first. Even better: Numbers are capped at six people per group for careful attention from your guide.

The Cornish coastline is a magical kayaking destination, with smugglers' caves, dramatic cliffs, magical coves, and crystal-clear waters, maybe even with the odd seal. This sea kayak adventure is the perfect way to discover it. Numbers are capped at eight, so there's personalized attention from your qualified kayaking instructor, while beginners will learn the kayaking fundamentals at an activity center first.

Let your Cornish local tour guide delight you with a highly varied Cornish tour package that is steeped in Cornish history. In this 1 day Cornish tour you will gain a deep insight into Cornish culture and Cornwall’s heritage. Run by a passionate ex teacher who's aim is to give you a true and meaningful perspective on what it's like to live here... A full day’s touring experience of some of the most beautiful areas in North Cornwall. Beaches, ancient harbours, monasteries, Cornish customs and folklore. You’ll even have the optional opportunity to walk along small sections of the South West Coast Path to take in some truly spectacular views… PLUS : very many points of interest en route – some visible from vehicle, others just moments from the car. There is so much to take in on this Private Tour of North Cornwall. An absorbing tour that gives a vibrant understanding of this part of the world in a relatively short space of time.

Learning to surf on your own is a slow, painful, and even dangerous process. Kickstart your learning curve when you join this small-group taster surfing lesson in Bude, north Cornwall. The seasoned instructors aim to get you riding with confidence using the provided boards and equipment. By the end of the session most people will be upright and cruising the waves.

Experience the adrenaline rush of skydiving without taking to the skies at iFLY Basingstoke. With this tour, enjoy two thrilling indoor skydiving flights in an 800-horsepower vertical wind tunnel, where wind speeds can reach up to 175 mph (282 kph)! Your instructor will work with you one-on-one, slowly increasing the wind speed and helping you with your technique to ensure you get the most out of each flight.

Leave the crowds of Bath behind on a small-group half-day tour to the Cotswolds. Handy pickup and drop-off from a central meeting point spare you the headache of navigating the bus system and timetables on your own. With a maximum of eight people per tour, your visits to spots such as Castle Combe are both intimate and immersive. Plus, there's time to refuel during a lunch stop (own expense), before continuing on your adventure.

Run by passionate Cornish local tour guides, this experience weaves a magical combination of iconic Cornish landmarks, majestic and expansive beaches and idyllic fishing villages and harbours. But that's not the whole story... We are driven by wanting to share with visitors some of the harder to access and 'off the beaten path' locations that make Cornwall so unique. Neolithic stone circles and underground burial chambers, medieval churches that contain ancient wooden carvings within, engine houses signifying tin mines underneath - and parts of the 'hidden Cornwall' that many locals never get to see... Cornwall’s history and culture examined in a lively way with SO much to see and learn! PLUS : very many points of interest en route – some visible from vehicle, others just moments from the car. There is so much to take in on this circular Cornwall tour. An absorbing tour of West Cornwall that gives a vibrant understanding of this part of the world in a relatively short space of time.