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  • Via Ferrata at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale
  • Gorge Walking at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale
  • Abseiling at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale

Prepare for adventure at the How Stean Gorge Outdoor Centre in Nidderdale, Yorkshire! How Stean Gorge is a spectacular limestone gorge in the stunning Yorkshire Dales. This steep sided chasm is almost 1 km in length and up to 20 metres (80ft) deep in places. Follow winding walkways, explore caves and tunnels or challenge yourself on the new Via Ferrata course – an aerial network of beams, ladders and cables – one of only two in England!

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Fancy a gentle stroll or a more adventurous scramble in the gorge, camping under the stars in glorious countryside or simply the delight of fresh homemade Yorkshire fare? Visit How Stean Gorge Outdoor Centre – one of Yorkshire’s most unique attractions.

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Adventure…

Via Ferrata – wade through gushing water, traverse on ladders and beams, abseil 60 feet, slide through spouts and sit under waterfalls. Ready for more? Explore this area of outstanding natural beauty; there’s plenty of gentle and challenging tracks, trails and routes. We have no minimum group size one to eight in each group.

Family friendly…

An action-packed day out for all the family guaranteed – come rain or shine! Armed with hard hat and torch, children love scrambling through the gorge, exploring the caves and paddling in the water. There’s even a kid’s playground. Join us for a fun family day out!

Funded through the Rural Development Programme for England