Meet the Team
Our small team is made up of highly qualified and enthusiastic outdoor activity instructors. Get to know them a bit below before joining us for one (or more!) of our amazing outdoor adventure activities in Keswick and the wider Lake District!
You can find out even more about Keswick Adventures and our outdoor adventure activities here.
LEE SIMPSON
Lee spent many years running adventure activities across the UK and Europe. He set up Keswick Adventures to share his enthusiasm and vast knowledge with others so that they could make the most of the outdoor activities on offer in the beautiful Lake District
Favourite Destination: Sardinia, ItalyMy Next Big Adventure: Climbing Mount Toubkal in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco
BECCA NEWTON
Becca is our booking co-ordinator, photographer and assistant instructor. Having grown up in Keswick, Becca knows all the hidden gems and can usually be found wandering the fells with her dogs, Buddy and Roman. Adventure holidays are her favourite. Becca, camera in tow, will always capture your smiles and help you cherish those memories forever.
Favourite Destination: Lindos, GreeceMy Next Big Adventure: Climbing Mount Toubkal in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco
BRIAN ROBINSON
Brian has worked in the outdoors now since 2006, which has took him to some of the country's most stunning areas such as Devon, Wales, Jersey and the Lake District. He spends most of his spare time climbing, however he does enjoy a bit of surfing, kayaking and canoeing on the lake with a BBQ and good friends. His motivations come not just from having a blast himself but wanting to share these experiences with others. "I want to encourage them to go and get stuck in with their mates and enjoy a lifetime of adventure."
Favourite Destination: SpainMy Next Big Adventure: The Bernia Ridge in Costa Blanca, Spain
EMMA BROCKLEHURST
From a young age, Emma has enjoyed a wide range of sports and activities. From football and athletics to mountain biking and snowboarding, she's tried it all! In 2013 she graduated from Liverpool John Moores University with a Sport Science degree before following a career in outdoor instruction in North Yorkshire where she fell in love with climbing! Emma also has qualifications in canoeing, caving and mountain biking. "I have been in Keswick now since 2015, which is where I spend most of my free time climbing on some of the best rock in the country."
Favourite Destination: Jersey My Next Big Adventure: The Bernia Ridge in Costa Blanca, Spain
DAN JONES
Based in the North East, Dan is one of our all-round adventure instructors. He is regularly found jumping into or kayaking our beautiful coastline, climbing our secluded crags or being swept down-river on a Hydroboard. From making your first tentative moves on rock, to gaining your confidence in water, Dan will guide you through your tailored adventure ensuring you emerge a different person. And with three teenage daughters at home, there’s nothing he can’t handle!
Favourite Destination: Great Langdale, the Lake DistrictMy Next Big Adventure: Sea kayaking and climbing on the Orkneys
ALLEN WEARMOUTH
Allen has a very keen interest in coaching and guiding in both water- and land-based activities. He believes its important to deliver these activities through positive reinforcement in a safe and friendly way. He started by teaching himself to kayak in the North Sea as a boy and expanded his experience to many other activities, gaining national body qualifications on the way. He has worked as a professional outdoor activities coach for many years and even represented England in their surf kayak team!
Favourite Destination: Outer Hebrides My Next Big Adventure: Kayaking Johnson Straight in Vancouver
IAN DOCTOR
Ian is an all round outdoor enthusiast who works hard and whose top priority is that everyone is making amazing memories to fuel future adventures. If he isn't working outdoors then you'll probably find him walking on the fells, climbing on a rock face or in some water, whether that's from falling off a paddle board or going canyoning!
Favourite Destination: Julian Alps, Slovenia Our Next Big Adventure: Via Ferrata in The Dolomites, Italy
ROMAN & BUDDY
Roman and Buddy are the Keswick Adventures dogs! Joining in with a number of outdoor activities, they're here to put a smile on your face and give you a good splash if you stay on dry land for too long!
Favourite Destination: Derwentwater, the Lake District Our Next Big Adventure: Jumping into Derwentwater from the jetty