Top South West England Outdoor Activities - page 2

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.

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.

Enjoy a flexible, family-friendly, and fully independent way to discover Dover’s highlights and hidden attractions with this self-led smartphone tour. Upon booking, download the app, activate it whenever you like, and enjoy unlimited use for seven days. Using offline GPS mapping technology, you can discover over 100 landmarks by car or by foot; can participate in quizzes and games to win prizes; and can discover the beauty of this coastal county.

Join us for a 90 minute evening cruise with Scenic Sunset Views – Watch the sky transform into hues of gold, pink, and violet as the sun sets over Poole Harbour. Onboard Bar – Sip on a refreshing drink from our fully licensed bar, serving a selection of wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks. Relaxing Ambience – Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with live informative and humorous commentary from our Captain, setting the perfect mood for the evening. Spacious & Comfortable – Choose between open-air seating on the upper deck or a cozy indoor lounge with large viewing windows.

Get yourself down to Bristol for some gladiator-style games and fun, perfect for bachelor parties, hen and stag “do” activities, or even corporate team building events. Book online for a minimum group of eight people, then let the team at the West Country Games take care of the action. Welly wrangling, sumo suit wrestling, and catapults in a rural farm setting await.

Explore the rich heritage and mystique of towns like Salisbury and Glastonbury, where history, myth, and spirituality come alive. But, the wonders don't stop there. You'll travel between two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beginning in the elegant city of Bath and ending at the awe-inspiring Jurassic Coastline. Marvel at natural wonders like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, and be amazed by the sheer scale of time it took to create them. Ready to experience this incredible blend of man-made and natural wonders? Join us on this small-group tour from Bath

Grab a taste for bodyboarding in Cornwall and catch crystal-clear waves on Newquay’s scenic coastline. Our Taster Bodyboard Lessons are ideal for complete newbies or for improvers looking to up-skill their existing knowledge. These lessons have been designed to improve your riding - whatever your age, level or ability. A small group ensures plenty of useful tips and close-quarters tuition for faster progression. Our coaching team of fully insured and experienced instructors tailor tuition to your individual ability. Having been in-house trained by former European Number 1 and British Team Bodyboarding Coach Rob Barber, you really couldn’t be in safer hands when bodyboarding in Cornwall.

Discover a whole new underwater world at Sea Life Center Weymouth. See a range of aquatic wildlife, from otters to sea turtles to the world’s smallest penguins, and much more. You can get closer to sharks than you would in the wild in the Ocean Tunnel, and kids will love the Caribbean Cove Adventure Playground as well as the interactive rock pool, where they can touch a real starfish.

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.

Discover Hengistbury Head like never before on this self guided audio tour. Find out about the history of Hengistbury Head and how it was used after World War II. Discover what this area looked like 200 years ago, and learn about the rock and timber projections into the sea. Find out how we track the migration of birds that stop to visit here. There is even the account of the ghostly rider of Hengistbury Head and much, much, more. Enjoy a walk with something for everyone.

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.

Take some time out from your busy schedule to rest and rejuvenate with this guided relaxation and sound bath experience. The activity is for a small group, which ensures a more personalized experience, without having to worry about crowded spaces. During the session, enjoy a guided meditation in the Zen Den and hear the beautiful sounds and vibrations of crystal singing bowls.

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.

Indoor rock climbing experiences are great exercise but lack the stunning views of the outdoors. On this half-day small-group climbing experience, put on your harness, helmet, and rock shoes and head to Avon Gorge near Bristol to scale the Idleburger Buttress. Be sure to take in views of the nearby Clifton Suspension Bridge once you near the top.

Successfully smuggle your liquor past the Warden and serve your time with a covert supply of personalised cocktails. This is the bar behind bars, where the serving inmates are your bartenders, the guards are crooked and you become a part of the story. Welcome to Alcotraz Penitentiary, the first prison-themed speakeasy to come to Bristol!

Get outside and discover the highlights of Bath without being stuck in a tour group on this self-guided treasure hunt. Solve clues and access maps on your phone that guide you around the city. Along the way, learn fun facts and historical information about Bath, get your bearings of the city, and pass by famous landmarks too.

Take in the scenic landscape and top attractions of the Jurassic Coast on a full-day tour from Bournemouth to England’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. Head to destinations around the Isle of Purbeck such as Sandbanks, Swanage, and Durlston Country Park, and have time to purchase lunch, visit Corfe Castle (optional at own expense), and explore Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove independently for several hours.

Poole Harbour is Europe’s largest natural harbor, home to Brownsea Island, known for its indigenous red squirrels, the Sandbanks peninsula, known locally as Millionaire’s Row, and more. Soak up the sights and take in the history on this circular cruise, with live commentary from the captain to keep you informed and a tea and coffee lounge plus licensed bars to quench your thirst.

The Jurassic Coast's landmarks sit spread along the Dorset shoreline, awkward to link without a car. Join a small-group tour from Bournemouth to visit them with ease, traveling via Poole Harbour and Sandbanks to Lulworth Cove and the limestone arch of Durdle Door. You get around three hours to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed coast at your own pace before the return.

Savour a stylish and relaxed escape on the River Avon with our Prosecco Cruise, 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. Glide past iconic landmarks like the Pulteney Weir while enjoying beautiful riverside views. This 30 minute cruise offers an effortless way to celebrate special moments or simply enjoy quality time with friends in one of the UK's most picturesque cities. Delight in the refreshing Prosecco served on board, making this experience truly memorable. - 30 minute scenic cruise along the River Avon - Sail aboard the Jolly Brit, a former Royal Yacht Britannia jolly boat used by Queen Elizabeth II - Enjoy 2 glasses of Prosecco per person - Experience the iconic Pulteney Weir and historic riverside architecture - Perfect for celebrations or leisurely gatherings with friends

Sleuth your way out of the shadowy prison cell known as the Hole in Shepton Mallet. This private escape room experience takes place in Shepton Mallet Prison, offering a unique chance of a real-life escape from its cells. Just book online, receive your voucher for a date of your choice, and enjoy roughly an hour inside on a mission to evade the governor and escape.

Cornwall’s calm waterways are ideal for watersports and activities. On this small-group guided tour, hop aboard a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) at The Crescent in Bude, receive instruction, and meander down Bude Canal. Catch glimpses of the Cornish countryside as you pass through the town, keeping an eye out for local wildlife along the way.

Find your way out of a cell at the UK’s oldest prison in this escape room experience at the former HMP Shepton Mallet. Work with your team to problem solve your way out of your cell in just one hour, then enjoy a self-guided tour of the wider historical premises. A perfect activity for families, friend groups, or work colleagues, with a choice of time slots to suit your schedule.

Newquay’s caves, beaches, rapids, and dramatic scenery make it the perfect place to go coasteering. On this guided tour, benefit from having a professional qualified coasteering guide to take you to a hidden spot that’s off the usual tourist trail. All required equipment is provided, and the route allows you to try out wild swimming, climbing through sea caves, traversing natural rapids, and leaping into secret plunge pools.