Full Day Climbing & Abseiling Taster - The Dewerstone (Adults)
- Location Plymouth
- Price from £65.00
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Enjoy a fun and active day trying out rock climbing at this classic, beautiful crag, set in the ancient Dewerstone wood and surrounded by several hiking trails.
The Dewerstone is an awesome granite crag set on the wooded slopes above the river Plym, it is home to Devon’s first ever recorded rock climb - Mucky Gully, first climbed in 1894! Nowadays it is a hugely popular venue for local and visiting climbers alike, with some of the best low to middle grade climbs on Dartmoor - a perfect place for a climbing and abseiling adventure!
Your instructor will help you set some goals and try appropriate challenges and you'll spend the day getting loads of climbing done and helping to hold the ropes for other group members when not climbing.
We will do a round of introductions - climbing is a really friendly activity so it’s great to get to know the others on the course.
You will then walk into the crag (a 20 minute, moderately physical, walk) on a beautiful trail through the woods and along the river to the crag where you will have a safety brief.
Then you get to climb! Our maximum capacity means everyone will get plenty of time to climb. When you're not climbing, you'll be involved in holding the ropes for the other climbers.
After a lunch break you instructor will set up some different climbs (including some tougher challenges for those who want a go at something harder) followed by an abseil to finish.
The instructor will need to de-rig, and we'll walk back to the parking together.
TICKET OPTIONS and UNDER 18's:
The Dewerstone is an awesome granite crag set on the wooded slopes above the river Plym, it is home to Devon’s first ever recorded rock climb - Mucky Gully, first climbed in 1894! Nowadays it is a hugely popular venue for local and visiting climbers alike, with some of the best low to middle grade climbs on Dartmoor - a perfect place for a climbing and abseiling adventure!
Your instructor will help you set some goals and try appropriate challenges and you'll spend the day getting loads of climbing done and helping to hold the ropes for other group members when not climbing.
- No previous experience necessary.
- This course is not aimed at children or families (check out our families & juniors taster for that!) however, teens who are able to operate in an adult environment are welcome.
Itinerary
You'll meet your instructor at the parking location where they will check that you have everything you need and issue you with some essential equipment such as a harness and helmet.We will do a round of introductions - climbing is a really friendly activity so it’s great to get to know the others on the course.
You will then walk into the crag (a 20 minute, moderately physical, walk) on a beautiful trail through the woods and along the river to the crag where you will have a safety brief.
Then you get to climb! Our maximum capacity means everyone will get plenty of time to climb. When you're not climbing, you'll be involved in holding the ropes for the other climbers.
After a lunch break you instructor will set up some different climbs (including some tougher challenges for those who want a go at something harder) followed by an abseil to finish.
The instructor will need to de-rig, and we'll walk back to the parking together.
TICKET OPTIONS and UNDER 18's:
- This course is not aimed at children or families (check out our families & juniors taster for that!) however, teens who are able to operate in an adult environment are also welcome.
- Any under 18 participant must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian throughout the session who does not have to take part (and therefore does not need a ticket).
- If an accompanying parent or legal guardian does wish to climb then they will need to purchase their own adult ticket.
This adventure is perfect for individuals and small groups, and can be tailored for:
- Corporates
- Hen / Stag parties
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Effort Level
You’ll be working up a sweat. Bring along a touch of enthusiasm and a little determination
- Chilled
- Active
- Tough
Inclusions
- Equipment All technical safety equipment is provided. This does NOT include climbing shoes. You must have suitable footwear of your own (trainers or walking boots are fine).
- Other Please note, there are no public toilets or facilities of any kind at the car park or at the climbing venue - make sure you are prepared.
What's included
- Warm Clothing Crags can be cold and windy (even when the sun is shining!) and you’ll want to stay warm whilst you are resting between climbs. Bring plenty of layers including a warm jacket or coat.
- Waterproofs We will still climb in the rain! Please ensure you have waterproof trousers and a jacket (with a hood) if it is raining or rain is forecast!
- Food This is an active session so you may wish to bring some snacks as well as your normal midday meal.
- Drink Staying hydrated is essential, make sure to bring plenty of fluids - if it’s cold, maybe consider a thermos too.
- Other Please bring your own face covering & hand sanitiser. Personal medications & suncream if needed. Securely fitted trainers or walking boots that won't fall off while you're climbing. You will not be able to participate barefoot or in open toed footwear such as sandals or flip-flops. If you have long hair, please bring a hairband/scrunchie. You must be able to tie your hair up whilst wearing a helmet.
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Cancellations
Moderate Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 30 days before the activity is scheduled to start.
Location
Plymouth
Provider
Climb Cornwall
Climb Cornwall is the experience provider for Full Day Climbing & Abseiling Taster - The Dewerstone (Adults)