Adventure Day Clothing Requirements

All of our activities take place outdoors, where conditions may be wet and muddy, so please bear this in mind when choosing your clothing. You may also wish to bring a plastic bag for wet clothing. In warmer weather, we recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Please do not bring valuables, as Black Mountain Activities cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage.

Showers are available at the activity centre in Three Cocks (LD3 0SD) at a cost of 20p per minute. Please note that there are no shower facilities at the Gorge, Cave or Climbing locations.

Water Based Activities

Gorge Walking

Equipment Provided
5/3mm Full Length Wetsuit
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet

What To Bring
Swimwear
Trainers or Walking boots
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables

We do not provide wetsuit socks or gloves but these can be purchased from our paddlesport shop with a 10% discount and can be brought for you on the day. Contact us or check out our shop website.

Kayaking Taster Session

Equipment Provided

Full Length Wetsuit
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet
Kayak (spray deck if closed cockpit kayak provided)
Paddle

What To Bring
Swimwear
Trainers
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables

We do not provide wetsuit socks or gloves but these are available to purchase with a 10% discount from paddlesport shop on the day. Food is not available but hot/cold drinks and snacks can be purchased at reception.

Introduction to Kayaking Course

Equipment Provided

5/3mm Full Length Wetsuit
Cagoule
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet
Kayak (spray deck if closed cockpit kayak)
Paddle

What To Bring
Swimwear
Trainers
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Packed Lunch & Cold/Warm drink
Do not bring valuables

We do not provide wetsuit socks or gloves but these can be purchased at our shop with a 10% discount on the day. Food is not available but hot/cold drinks and snacks can be purchased at reception.

Open Canoeing

Equipment Provided
Buoyancy Aid
Canoe & Paddle

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear – ideally fast drying when wet
Waterproofs
Trainers or sturdy water shoes (no sandals/flip flips/sliders)
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim
No sandals, flip flips or sliders

If you do not have a Waterproof Jacket or Trousers, these can be hired on the day.
Wetsuits are available to hire at £6 each.

Raft Building

Equipment Provided
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Swimwear
Trainers
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Wetsuits are not included but can be hired on the day for just £6 each.

White Water Rafting

Equipment Provided
5/3mm Full Length Wetsuit
Cagoule
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet

What To Bring
Swimwear
Trainers
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Snack i.e. piece of fruit or chocolate bar
Do not bring valuables

Due to the nature of the activity and to avoid getting, we do not stop for lunch while on the session. You have a short break while on the river and we advise to bring a snack i.e piece of fruit or chocolate bar that your instructor will carry on the raft for you, and a warm drink will be provided.

We do not provide wetsuit socks or gloves but these are available to purchase at a 10& discount from our paddlesport shop on the day.

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Equipment Provided
Buoyancy Aid
Helmet (water body dependant)
Paddleboard & Leash

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear – we advise quick drying materials.
Swimwear
Trainers
A Towel
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Wetsuits can be provided during the cooler months upon request for additional fee of £6.00 each.

Canoe & Bike Rental

Canoe & Sit-on-Top Kayak Hire

Equipment Provided
Buoyancy Aid
Paddle
Canoe or Kayak
Map

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing i.e. sportswear – ideally fast drying when wet
Trainers or sturdy enclosed water shoes (no sandals/flip flips/sliders)
Waterproofs
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim
No flip flops, sandals or sliders

Additional Information
The following items are available to hire on the day:

Wetsuits – £6.00 per item, per day
Dry Barrel – £3.00 per item, per day
Footwear – £3.00 per pair, per day (£10 holding deposit required)

Multi-Day Hire

1 large barrel and 1 small barrel per canoe is included with your booking.

We do not provide camping gear for multi-day hire you will need to bring your own Tents, Sleeping Bags and Cooking Equipment.

Mountain Bike Hire

Equipment Provided
 A Helmet
21 Speed Mountain Bike
Puncture Repair kit
Route map

What To Bring
Warm Comfortable clothing – Sportswear
Trainers
Waterproofs
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Paddleboard Hire

Equipment Provided
Buoyancy Aid
SUP, Leash & Paddle
Helmet (water body dependant)
Map

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear that is fast drying
Trainers
Waterproof jacket
Full change of clothes & towel
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Additional Information
The following items are available to hire on the day:

Wetsuits – £6.00 per item, per day
Dry Bag – £3.00 per item, per day
Footwear – £3.00 per pair, per day (£10 holding deposit required)

Land Based Activities

Caving

Equipment Provided
5/3mm Full Length Wetsuit
Full Body Cave Suit
Helmet & Torch

What To Bring
Swimwear to wear under wetsuit
Wellington Boots (required)
A Towel
Light Snack OR Packed lunch if on the full day
Do not bring valuables

Wellington boots are required and can be hired for just £3 per pair. Please contact us NO LATER than 24 hours prior to arrival to pre-book.

Food & Facilities
Toilets and a changing area are available at the cave loaction however, there are limited food facilities.

Archery

Equipment Provided
Re-curve Bow & Arrows
Arm Guard (if necessary)

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Trainers or Walking Boots
Waterproofs
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Clay Pigeon Shooting takes place outdoors on a working hill farm where you are exposed to the elements. We advise to wear:

What To Bring
Comfortable clothing suitable for changeable weather
 Waterproof jacket
 Walking Boots or Wellies
 Hat & Suncream
Water Bottle (water refilling available at the activity centre) Do not bring valuables

This activity takes place outdoors on a working hill farm where conditions may be wet and/or muddy, with no facilities available. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for this.

Wellington Boots are available to hire for £3 per pair on the day.

Climb & Abseiling Tower

Equipment Provided
Harness
Helmet
Climbing shoes are NOT provided.

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Trainers (or climbing shoes if preferable)
Waterproofs
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Climbing shoes are not provided or necessary for our man made climbing wall. But if you wish to bring your own climbing/rock shoes, please feel free to do so.

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

High Level Ropes Course

Equipment Provided
Harness
Helmet

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Trainers
Waterproofs
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

Hill Walking

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Walking Boots
Waterproofs
Small Day Sack
Water Bottle
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

We do have a small supply of footwear should you need walking boots on the day.

Land Carting

Equipment Provided
Helmets

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Walking Boots or Trainers
Waterproofs
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

Mountain Biking

Equipment Provided
Helmet
Mountain Bike

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Trainers
Waterproofs
Full change of clothes
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

Orienteering

Equipment Provided
Compass & Map

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Walking Boots or Trainers
Waterproofs
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather.

Rock Climbing & Abseiling (Real Rock)

Equipment Provided
Harness
Helmet
Climbing shoes are NOT provided.

What To Bring
Warm comfortable clothing i.e. Sportswear
Trainers (or climbing shoes if preferable)
Waterproofs
Water & Packed Lunch
Do not bring valuables
No Denim

Climbing shoes are not provided but if you wish to bring your own climbing/rock shoes, please feel free to do so.

This activity takes place outdoors where conditions may be wet and/or muddy. We strongly advise to arrive prepared for all weather. There aren’t any facilities at the crag, please bring a packed lunch and snack for the day.

Food & Facilities

Fresh bean coffee, tea & soft drinks are all available from reception, along with crisp & chocolate bars.

Rock Climbing, Gorge Walking & Caving take place away from the activity centre where there are no shops, cafes or pubs available. Changing & Toilet facilities are also limited with no showers available at these locations. Please take this into consideration when preparing for your adventure day.

Full Day Gorge Walk & White Water Rafting – to prevent participants from getting cold we only have a short break mid-session. For these two activities we advise all participants to have a good hearty breakfast and to bring a few snacks with them i.e. chocolate bars, piece of fruit. If you wish to bring/order a packed lunch, these can be saved for the end of the session (when you will most need it). For further information please call us on 01497 847897.

Other Facilities Available

We have the following facilities available at the Activity Centre:

Changing Rooms
Showers – (additional cost of 20 pence per minute)
Toilets
Indoor & outdoor picnic areas
Ample free parking (gated & locked overnight)
Wifi