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About the centre
Kendal, Cumbria
Operated by Out and Back Coaching, a partner of adventuro.
Explore mountain trails, valleys, ridgelines, and quieter corners of the Lake District with professionally guided hikes designed around different experience levels and goals. Group walks and private mountain days focus on creating supportive outdoor experiences that feel social, enjoyable, and confidence-building without pressure or competition.
Walking days are designed around the pace, confidence, and interests of the group, allowing each hike to feel approachable and rewarding regardless of experience level. Some routes focus on relaxed social hiking and time outdoors, while others involve more demanding mountain terrain, longer distances, and classic Lakeland summits for experienced walkers looking for a challenge.
Before setting off, participants will receive a briefing covering the route, conditions, pacing, and terrain for the day ahead. Depending on the chosen hike, routes may include valleys, tarns, mountain passes, ridgelines, waterfalls, woodland paths, or quieter fell routes away from the busiest tourist areas. Women-only hikes and confidence-building group walks are also available throughout the year.
Upcoming guided hikes can be booked directly using the booking form. Anyone looking for a private mountain day, a bespoke route, or a larger group booking can use the “Can’t find dates or have a large group?” button above the booking form to contact Niamh directly about arranging a tailored experience.
Guided hikes take place throughout the Lake District National Park, the Yorkshire Dales, and the Forest of Bowland, giving access to a wide range of landscapes and walking terrain. Areas such as Langdale and Dunnerdale provide a mixture of accessible valley routes, classic fell walks, and more challenging mountain terrain depending on the focus of the day.
Changing scenery throughout the routes keeps each hike varied, with trails passing lakes, woodland, rocky mountain tracks, open hillsides, and traditional Lakeland villages. Local knowledge also allows many routes to avoid overcrowded paths and explore quieter areas of the countryside.
Beginner-friendly hikes are suitable for people who are newer to walking in the outdoors, though participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and suitable walking footwear. More demanding mountain days may involve steep ascents, uneven terrain, and longer walking distances.
Anyone unsure which hike is best suited to their ability is encouraged to get in touch before booking. Advice can be provided on route difficulty, fitness expectations, and recommended clothing or equipment to help participants feel comfortable and prepared.
Outdoor coaching and guiding are built around creating enjoyable experiences that support long-term confidence in adventure sports and mountain environments. Hikes are designed to feel welcoming and encouraging, helping people challenge themselves at a pace that feels realistic and sustainable.
Years spent in endurance sport, mountain adventures, open water swimming, and coaching help shape each guided day. Smaller groups and tailored routes allow time for personal support, flexibility, and a more relaxed atmosphere throughout the experience.
Many of the guided hikes are suitable for beginners or people returning to the outdoors after a long break. Routes are planned with different confidence levels in mind, and there are options ranging from relaxed valley walks and social hikes through to more demanding mountain days for experienced walkers.
Before booking, it is always worth reading the route description carefully or getting in touch for advice. Guidance can be provided on which hikes are best suited to your fitness, experience, and goals so you can choose something that feels enjoyable and achievable rather than overwhelming.
Participants should arrive with suitable walking footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, food, drinks, and any personal items needed for a full or half day outdoors. Mountain weather can change quickly, even during summer, so waterproof layers, warm clothing, and spare items are strongly recommended.
Specific kit recommendations may vary depending on the route, season, and weather forecast. More challenging mountain days may require additional layers, walking poles, or extra food and water, while shorter social hikes may involve lighter equipment requirements.
Private mountain guiding is available for individuals, couples, families, friendship groups, and larger private bookings. These days can be tailored around specific goals, whether that means reaching a particular summit, improving confidence in mountain terrain, planning a hike and wild swim combination, or creating a slower-paced wellbeing-focused day outdoors.
Anyone unable to find suitable dates on the booking calendar can use the “Can’t find dates or have a large group?” button above the booking form to discuss private options directly with Niamh. Routes, pace, duration, and focus can all be adjusted depending on the group.
Difficulty levels vary across the guided hikes, with some designed as beginner-friendly social walks and others aimed at experienced walkers looking for a more physically demanding mountain day. Route descriptions usually explain whether the terrain is easier valley walking, moderate fell terrain, or a more challenging summit route involving steep ascents and longer distances.
Mountain conditions can also affect the difficulty of a route throughout the year. Wet ground, wind, colder temperatures, and uneven terrain may make certain hikes feel more demanding, so participants should always arrive prepared for changing conditions and a full day outdoors where needed.
Mountain weather is always monitored carefully before and during guided hikes. If conditions are unsafe due to strong winds, storms, heavy rain, or other hazards, routes may be adjusted, shortened, or rescheduled depending on the circumstances and the safety of the group.
Not all poor weather leads to cancellations, as many hikes can still go ahead safely with suitable clothing and route planning. Participants should expect typical outdoor conditions in the Lake District and surrounding areas, including rain, wind, mud, and rapidly changing temperatures throughout the year.
Solo participants are very welcome on group hikes, and many people book alone specifically to meet others who enjoy spending time outdoors. Group walks are designed to feel friendly and supportive, making them a good option for people wanting to build confidence or spend time hiking with like-minded people.
Smaller group sizes help create a more relaxed atmosphere during the day, allowing participants to walk at a comfortable pace, ask questions, and enjoy the social side of the experience without feeling lost in a large organised group.
Cumbria, United Kingdom
From £40
