Via Ferrata Xtreme
Leave comfort zones behind and feel your spine tingle as you scale overhanging rock faces, and inch along airy precipices high on the mountainside
Epic views
Unparalleled views of the Borrowdale Valley.
Guided ascent
Scramble and climb along the iconic Honister Crag. Safely guided by our experts.
2.5-3hrs
Varies by group size, pace, and weather conditions.
Ages 10+
An exhilarating experience for ages 10+.
Thrill Factor:
Full on
Intense and out there. Guaranteed to get your pulse racing.
about
Push yourself to the edge & feel the buzz
Via Ferrata Xtreme is the one that tests your limits. The one you'll still be telling people about months later, with that slightly mad look in your eye.
You'll climb the face of Fleetwith Pike, cross our Burma Bridge, a wire span over a void with absolutely no interest in your feelings, then scale the sky ladder to the 2,000ft summit. The Lake District opens up in every direction. You'll stand there grinning like you've just got away with something. Because you have.
Unique Experience
One of the best adventures in the Lakes, and the first Via Ferrata in England. Just see our customer reviews!
Full exposure. No filters.
Tumbling ravines. Vertical rock walls. The Burma Bridge over a void. This is the full mountain experience, with the safety net, without the safety blanket.
Mind-blowing views
Towering peaks, plunging precipices, and you, halfway up a mountain, wondering how this is your actual day.
One of the best adventures in the Lakes, and the first Via Ferrata in England
We take care of the equipment; you bring the sense of adventure
Scramble and climb along the iconic Honister Crag
Leave comfort zones behind and feel your spine tingle as you scale overhanging rock faces
Halfway up a mountain, wondering how this is your actual day
Push yourself to the edge & feel the buzz
One of the best adventures in the Lakes, and the first Via Ferrata in England
Take a deep breath and step into nothing
The Lake District opens up in every direction
Mind-blowing views
What You Need To Know
Minimum age
10 years+
Anyone 10–15 must be accompanied by a participating adult (18+).
Minimum height
1.3 metres
Max weight 18st / 114kg. Harness specs – not a judgement.
Arrive early
Arrive 30 mins before
Allow time to kit up, get fitted and meet your guide.
All-weather activity
Rain or shine
Dress for the mountain, not the car park. Waterproofs and gloves advised.
Footwear
Strong boots or shoes
No heeled boots. No open-toed shoes. All other kit provided on arrival.
Fully guided
Expert guides
Every group is led by an internally trained, externally certified guide. No exceptions.
Real people. Real memories.
Stories from the summit
"It's the scariest, but best thing I've ever done."
Andrea C via TripAdvisor · ★★★★★
“We had an unforgettable time on the Via Ferrata Xtreme with my twin daughters – a brilliant mix of challenge, organisation, and stunning scenery.”
Aled E.
Tripadvisor
What to expect
From the car park to the summit. Here's how the day unfolds.
Step 1
Arrive & kit up
Check in 30 minutes before your session. Get fitted with harness, helmet and lanyard system. Meet your guide and get the full safety briefing.
Step 2
Iron rungs & steel cables
Your guide leads you out onto Fleetwith Pike. Ladders, cables and metal footholds take you up the face of the crag. Every step secured. The exposure builds with every metre you gain.
Step 3
A wire span over a void
The ground beneath you disappears. Your guide talks you across. You do it anyway. This is the bit people are still talking about a year later.
Step 4
Reach the summit
Scale the sky ladder to the summit of Honister Crag. The Lake District opens up around you. The wind hits your face. And you stand there, slightly breathless, wondering how that just became your actual day.
Got questions?
The term via ferrata comes from the Italian for ‘iron ways’. You will follow ladders, metal footholds, cables and bridges all while securely attached. This makes it a thrilling, but safe, introduction to mountain climbing. Our via ferrata follows the historic miners’ path onto Fleetwith Pike, surrounded by the most spectacular views the Lake District has to offer.
The via ferrata can be seen from a distance from a layby on the Buttermere side of the pass (binoculars recommended and weather permitting).
You must use Honister’s equipment due to our strict equipment maintenance and testing. We provide the helmet, harness and lanyard system required.
Via ferrata is Italian for ‘iron way’.
Unlike climbing or bouldering, via ferrata routes use metal rails and rungs embedded into the mountain. They require simple equipment and a good head for heights, making it possible to climb otherwise impossible cliffs.
Our experienced guides are on hand to assist and are fully trained to deal with any situation. We will guide you safely through the experience at all times.
For safety, we have a strict restriction of 18 Stone (114KG), with a waist measuring no more than 43 inches and thighs less than 27 inches.
You will be guided over the via ferrata by our experienced team who have received full external and internal training to lead groups.
Participation must be part of a supervised group with an internally trained guide. It is strictly forbidden to access any part of the route without a guide.
Minimum participation age is 10 years. Participants must be 1.3m tall.
Children (10 years – 15 years) must always be accompanied by an adult (16 +) on any activity.
One adult may supervise up to 5 under 16’s. They must be prepared to sign a disclaimer accepting responsibility for the children.
On average, 3 hours.
Cameras and phones are not permitted on the via ferrata. You must be able to use both hands while climbing.
GoPro’s may be used if attached to a helmet, or via a chest mount. This must be checked by the guide.
Some of our helmets have mount attachments for GoPros. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They cannot be handheld or attached to wrists or clothing.
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