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


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

CEM GRIFFITH



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