Mendip Outdoor Pursuits

Enjoyment is central to everything the Mendip Outdoor Pursuits does; outdoor activities are great fun, that's why we do them. So much learning takes place while people are experiencing new adventures and challenges. People learn about themselves and others.

We make every event enjoyable and fun and a memorable experience ensures great memories of our outdoor activities that can stay with you for a long time. Our work´s objective to let people try new things. Safety is paramount to us but learning from experience and one's mistakes is what builds learning and great character.

Mendip Outdoor Pursuits at Mendip Snowsport Centre offers a big range of activities, including:

• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Climbing
• Abseiling
• Caving
• Assault Course
• Archery
• Rifle Shooting
• Bushcraft
• Orienteering
• Raft Building
• Tobogganing
• Skiing
• Snowboarding

Nothing creates understanding like adventure and exploration. For many, our activities are not only new they are taking place in a new and unfamiliar environment. This gives great scope to see the world and people around you very differently. It also provides potent experiences from which great learning can take place.

Many of  Mendip Outdoor Pursuits clients don't have a specific educational agenda when they take part in our activities but a growing group of clients like schools have curriculum based objectives we can cover.

Contact us for more request. We are expecting for enjoy your adventure trips in the best way.

Open Canoes allow so many possibilities. Whether you want a gentle paddle down some of the most tranquil and picturesque rivers in the South West, or a floating platform for jumping in the water and playing fabulous games with friends, open canoeing provides it all.

The boats are stable, making falling out an effort, yet great fun to tip, if that's what you want. Because there is often two people in a canoe it's very easy to control. You could have a day trip down a river, really going somewhere, or an exciting day and go nowhere at all. Open canoeing really is a sport for all.

Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Canoeing sessions start with your instructor explaining how to use the paddle, how to work with your partner, as well as what happens if the canoe tips over. Once on the water the instructor will tailor the session to your requirements mixing games with coaching. If you would like to take canoeing further we can arrange day trips on the River Wye or River Avon; we can also arrange longer expeditions, camping out en-route.

We can guide you along these meandering waterways while you enjoy the surroundings. If you want more testing water then there's plenty of faster moving rivers as well.

Contact Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Canoeing and be prepared to feel the exciting senses  this activity offers to you.

There's something relaxing about propelling a craft down picturesque rivers, taking in the scenery and enjoying the tranquility.

Equally, there's something fantastically brilliant about running along the top of everyone's boats, splashing people and getting wet. Whether you want fun and games or a relaxing paddle, kayaking has it all. Learn how to control your kayak, play an abundance of games and challenges and have loads of fun.

Beginner sessions start with your instructor explaining how to use the paddle, and what happens if you fall in. Your instructor will tailor the session to your needs by mixing games and challenges designed to improve your paddling and water confidence.

Your Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Kayaking instructor will always be close at hand to coach and help you back into your boat if you fall out. Our courses are offered up to British Canoe Union 2 star. Our kayaking have some importan characteristics, including:

• Low group ratios: With no more than 8 students working with an instructor you'll get that personal touch"

• Modern equipment: All our equipment has a very high turn around so you get the very best equipment"

• Fully qualified coaches: We know what we're doing and not only do we have the right bits of paper we have years and years of experience"

• A range of venues: We have a range of venues to make sure it's convenient for you and the right sort of level"

If you want to try this funny acuatic activity, contact with Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Kayaking.

The Mendip hills are beautiful and captivating and we have the good luck of being in this wonderful place. We'd love you to see them with the same wonder that we do. That is why Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Hiking  now offer guided walks over our outstanding landscape.

Of course we want improve your experience in the hills to be perfect and that requires the very best guide, there is so much to see and learn. Mendip Outdoor Pursuits now works with Adrian Boots from 'Walk the Mendips'.

Adrian takes people on fascinating journeys of discovery bringing to life the geology, wildlife, archaeology, history, heritage, conservation, and potential of the landscape around them. He helps people to reconnect with the natural world with a fascinating and inspiring experience.

More than just a guided walk, we want to give people a rare opportunity to reconnect with the landscape in a way that is meaningful and captivating. For some, it's the archaeology, the history, the awe-inspiring monuments; hill forts, barrows, and standing stones; all testament to our changing culture over time and the struggle to survive.

Others will be inspired by a more informed look at the beauty of nature and diversity of wildlife, surrounding every venture into the hills. We can enhance the simple freshness of a walk outdoors, and all set against the stunning backdrop of unforgettable vistas.

Contact with Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Hiking and ask for any request you need.

Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Climbing offers you an interesting climbing course to start your carrer in this complete sport.

A bastion of rock presents a challenge, a call to adventure, a taunt to our most primeval compulsion to conquer what is unobtainable, to pit one's strength and determination against nature and triumph against the odds.

Climbing is about moving into the unknown, stepping outside a zone of security and proving to yourself that you can persevere. Feel the overwhelming exhilaration of reaching your goal, of moving on steep rock with your feet and hands while controlling trepidation and thoughts of the ground.

The Mendip Hills have some of the best limestone climbing in Britain. The variety of climbs at our local crags allow you to learn the basics on gentle routes, but give scope for the more adventurous to test themselves on steeper climbs, where balance and courage are vital for success. Your instructor will coach and encourage you whilst ensuring your complete safety and well being.

All Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Climbing activities are suitable for anyone from 8 years old and upwards. Younger children can participate but some restrictions apply, contact us to discuss you needs. Contact us and try to climb to the top of the structure.

The ancient sport of our ancestors and an art dating back 20,000 years when the bow defended land and provided food for the table. In Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Archery we want to practise this funny sport with you. A original form to enjoy your weekende or holidays with your family.

A weapon of legend that helped create the heroic tales of Robin Hood and played a central role in some of our country's most historic battles. Now you can test your talent with these lethal weapons of war. See your arrows arc through the air to drive home in your target with a satisfying thump. Find out how you shoot under the pressure of some friendly competition, or what it's like to play darts with bow and arrow!

Whether you try this ancient sport indoors or out, our proficient coaches will ensure dramatic improvements in your skill in a short period of time. Numerous games and tales from history ensure this will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Our team of instrcutors are always ready to help you, learning you the right way to get the arc. All the clients improve her level and enjoy an unforgotable day. The age range for all activities are suitable for anyone from 8 years old and upwards. Younger children can participate but some restrictions apply, contact us to discuss you needs.

Contact with Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Archery and imitate to legendary heroes like Robin Hood or Guillermo Tell.

Caving is a sport for all, a chance to see the very stuff our planet is made of. Experience the underground labyrinth of passages and caverns that attract cavers of all abilities from around the world. Also known as spelunking in the United States, is the recreational sport of exploring wild (generally non-commercial) cave systems.

Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Caving has the best instrcutors team. The are a team formed by people with more than 10 years of experience.

With this amazing activity you could see fantastic flowing formations that cover the cave walls and floor, climb, crawl or walk between the stalagmites and stalactites. Enter passages created by water when prehistoric man walked the earth; passages festooned with fossils from before the dinosaurs. Enter a three dimensional world like no other and explore the boundless limits of the unique subterranean caverns.

We understand caving presents a challenge to all, whether it's a passion to explore or concern of the unknown. That's why your guide will put you at ease and allow you to progress at your own pace so your experience is unique, enjoyable and so much more than any show cave can provide.

¿Are you ready for the underground adventure? Tur on the lights, enter the cave and start to discover incredibles stalactites and stalagmites and wonderful gallerys. Contact weith Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Caving and live the emotion od the caving.

How would you get your team across the 'raging' Old Bridge River with only a few ropes, poles and your own ingenuity? This classic team building challenge requires careful thought and planning, pitting your skills against the natural elements.

With limited materials you will need to make the most of your resources and manage your time efficiently. The solution you choose is up to you - will you create a structure worthy of Isambard Kingdom Brunel or will it be wet feet for you and your team. Prove that you have what it takes and conquer the river!

This activity is suitable for adults and older children and is a traditional team exercise. Your instructor will be on hand to give advice for engineering novices and those who require a little inspiration. Threat yourself with this funny and exciting activity that we offer you from Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Canopy.

Try this funny day in our centre, equiped with all the facilities you need to enjoy your day. You can bring your family or  your friends. Don´t worry about your experience level. The best oportunity to make a funny activity in the nature.

Contacta Mendip Outdoor Pursuits Canopy and ask for more request. Our team of instructors will help in anything you could need.

Come and don´t care about the organization of the activity. We have all ready to you.

For those with a thirst for adrenalin and a love of the extreme, Mendip Outdoor Pursuits abseiling can give you the buzz you're looking for. Originally a mountaineering technique, people now abseil just for fun - as long as your idea of fun is going to the edge then stepping off!

The exhilaration of hanging your life on a rope no thicker than your finger is immense. Abseiling requires no skill, no effort and no prior experience, the real challenge is in the mind. Whether it's your first descent or if you've enjoyed abseiling before, you're always guaranteed a thrilling mix of emotions - initial trepidation, a rush of success and elation through contact with the ground - and afterwards, an uncontrollable urge to do it all again. Wherever you choose to start - test your nerve and release your potential...

The Mendip Hills have some of the best limestone cliffs in Britain, whether you break into this fantastic activity with a gentle introduction, or descend from heights of 200ft with stunning views, you're guaranteed an adventure. Your instructor will carefully explain the whole process and ensure your complete safety and wellbeing. And don't worry, a second rope is always used and controlled by your instructor, so you can't go wrong.

Charitable organisations can hire our services at a reduced rate for sponsored events. Mendip Outdoor Pursuits often use buildings for charity abseils and are happy to travel around the country.

¿Ready for the abseiling? ¿Ready to take out the adrenaline? Contact us and we will go do the rest.