Exhilarating outdoor & indoor adventures in and around Keswick, the heart of the Lake District

 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Rocqua Rock & Water Adventures
  
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 Paul Risdon 
 
 
 
  
What a great experience canyoning today!!
Brian and Emma were excellent in leading us down Stoneycroft Canyon. Very knowledgeable, reassuring and just awesome people.
Highly recommended and hope to be back soon to try different experiences. 10/10
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Stephen Harrison 
 
 
 
  
To anyone reading this, I can’t encourage you enough to book up. Fantastic day from start to finish. We did last weekend as part of a stag do and despite being hungover and late (sorry again), Brian and Emma were incredibly chilled and accommodating. Paddleboarding turned into a gladiator arena and Ghyll scrambling is everyone’s new favourite activity… get it booked! Cheers both, and buster too!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Luke Francis 
 
 
 
  
You'll read many loads of lovely reviews about Brian and Emma. I can confirm that they are all true. This was the highlight of our holiday!

From the moment we arrived, everything was taken care of. My daughter accidentally left her trainers at the hotel, but no problem – they provided us with a spare pair. I didn't bring the right shorts for over my wetsuit, and again, they had spare pairs ready for us.

We then took a short walk to Stoney Croft, where Emma gave us a thorough safety briefing and some facts about the local area. Next, we embarked on the exhilarating Ghyll Scrambling adventure. Both myself and the kids loved it, describing it as a natural waterpark. Emma also took some photos of us and sent them to us afterward, which was a lovely touch.

Overall, it was an incredible day filled with great memories. We plan to return for a longer adventure with Rocqua, would highly recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Farah 
 
 
 
  
Emma and Brian were amazing! So kind and reassuring, gave our group lots of confidence. Took extra time to give each of us (8 people) their own unique experience, didn't feel rushed at all. Loved meeting Busta Rhymes and spending some time with them both at the end. They really make you feel like friends. They took amazing pics too so we didn't feel the need to have our phones out. Would 100% come back and do other activities with them
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 John Clark 
 
 
 
  
I booked for 3 adults and  2 boys 8+, from the initial contact with Rocqua they were so helpful.  We had Emma as our guide / instructor and she was so friendly n welcoming,  the boys were nervous and Emma treat them with respect and kindness and encouraged them all the way.
We had an AMAZING time. Emma.'s professionalism and knowledge was just what we needed and only made the day even better.  The home made brownies and hot chocolate at the end was incredible,  love the attention  to the small things.  Emma and Brian are a small firm and it is so much laid back with smaller groups with more replaced atmosphere than other similar trips. I Couldn't recommend them more...... My nephew are planning their next trip already!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kelly Knibbs 
 
 
 
  
We had an amazing time Ghyll scrambling with Emma & Brian. We were in a small group which made it more personal. We were doing it with our two sons (aged 9 & 11) and Emma & Brian went out of their way to make sure they were looked after, happy & enjoying themselves! The boys have said it is the highlight of our trip to the lakes. If you are wondering whether to book or not - do it you will not regret it! Thanks for a fab afternoon
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Andy Shuttlewood 
 
 
 
  
What a wonderful Ghyl Scramble we’ve had. 3 teenagers (2 of mine & one we borrowed) & I had a super few hours in cold bubbling water, superbly looked after by Brian & Emma.
If you’re even considering going, then book it now!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Ruth Dobson 
 
 
 
  
Our Rocqua adventure was fantastic from start to finish! We had two of the friendliest instructors in Brian and Emma and they were knowledgable and patient in helping us develop our paddle skills on the picturesque Derwent water for our private sunrise paddle session. The waterproof socks were a game changer! And the brownie and hot chocolate were a warming touch. We can’t wait to book our next adventure with these guys! Would highly recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Claire Kelly 
 
 
 
  
We did ghyll scrambling today with Rocqua and we absolutely loved it. A fantastic activity and it really doesn’t matter what the weather is. Emma and Brian were fantastic guides right from the start. My daughter was nervous not knowing what to expect but Emma and Brian did a fantastic job reassuring her and by the end she wanted to do it all again. Both kids (11 + 14) gave it a 10/10.
And we must also acknowledge the delicious brownie and hot chocolate treat at the end 😋. We will most definitely be doing it again.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kate Bowker 
 
 
 
  
We had an amazing time paddle boarding with Emma and Brian. Everything was superbly organised. Emma was a fabulous teacher and was very patient with the newer paddle boarders amongst us! Great equipment available. And lovely hot chocolate and brownies to finish with a sweet treat!