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Lake District Coniston Adventure 2023 [concluded]


  • The Lake District, England's most famous national park, is a captivating landscape that has inspired artists, writers, and outdoor enthusiasts for centuries. The region is known for its shimmering lakes, craggy hilltops, and ancient forests, which offer a breathtaking backdrop for activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports. Windermere, the largest lake in England, is located in the heart of the region and is surrounded by charming towns such as Ambleside and Coniston. Coniston Water, with its famous Peel Island featured in Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons, is a popular destination for fell walkers and nature lovers.

    The Windermere, Ambleside, and Coniston area is perhaps the most popular and well-known destination in the Lake District. Visitors can easily access nearby towns such as Grasmere and Keswick, which offer even more opportunities for outdoor adventures. The area is renowned for its wide range of activities, including water sports, walks, climbs, and cycling routes. With its stunning natural beauty and endless opportunities for exploration, it's no wonder this area is a favourite among both leisure visitors and seasoned outdoor enthusiasts seeking a new challenge.

  • Brathay Estate with 369 acres in which to think, explore and develop, makes every Brathay residential magical. Brathay Hall, a historic Georgian mansion nestled near the town of Ambleside, is surrounded by private woodlands on the northern shore of lake Windermere. The setting couldn’t be better, with access to communal areas within the grounds, including the private boathouse and private shoreline by the lake. There are a multitude of outdoor adventure activities on site, and everything is within stone-throwing distance of the accommodation lodges, each with its own kitchen, dining, lounges, bedrooms and bathrooms.

    The centre is exclusively hired by MFA and the facilities will only be used by us.

  • Mountains and Hills: Coniston Old Man | Langdale Pikes | Latterbarrow | Loughrigg Fell

    Lakes: Lake Windermere | Coniston Water | Rydal Water | Grasmere Lake | Tarn Hows

    Waterfalls: Tom Ghyll Waterfalls | Stock Ghyll Force | Skelwith Force

    Forests: Grizedale Forest

    Valleys: Langdale

    Mountain Passes: Kirkstone Pass

    Caves and Quarries: Cathedral Cave | Hodge Close | Rydal Cave

    Viewpoints: Gummers Howe

    Heritage: National Trust Wray Castle | National Trust Hill Top

    Towns: Ambleside | Windermere | Bowness-on-Windermere

    Villages: Hawkshead | Grasmere

    Park and Garden: National Trust Fell Foot

  • MFA Assisted Self Led Activities: Night Walks | Mountain Hikes | Waterfall Walks | Village Walks | Mountain Biking | Rowing | Boating | Dark Skies Stargazing | Forest Walks | Orienteering | Lake Cruises | Backwood Cooking | Blindfold Trail | Bushcrafting

    Instructor Led Activities:* Canoeing | Rock Climbing | Ghyll Scrambling | Kayaking | High Ropes

    Social Activities: Communal Praying | Communal Eating | Campfire and Storytelling | Islamic Reminders | Adults Icebreaker and Brainstorming Session

    Sports: Soft Archery | Table Tennis | Football | Bouldering | Low Ropes

    Games: Children’s Quiz | Card Games | Board Games | Tag Games | Creative Games

    Workshops: Mindfulness | Growth Mindset | Fitness | Yoga | Pilates | Navigation and Map Reading | Nutrition

    * These are optional half-a-day (3-hour) instructor-led activities that has an additional cost of £35/person. Equipment, training and instruction is provided as part of the course.

  • Allah is with the steadfast!

  • Day 1 - Wens 25 Oct

    4.00pm / Early Evening

    Arrival
    Asr Prayer
    Socialisation
    Games and Indoor Sports
    Communal Dinner
    Maghrib Prayer and Reminder

    8.30pm / Late Evening

    Welcome Brief and Introduction
    Mindfulness Training
    Night Walk
    Isha Prayer and Reminder

    10.30pm Sleep

    Day 2 - Thurs 26 Oct

    6.45am / Early Morning

    Wakeup
    Fajr Prayer and Reminder
    Communal Breakfast
    Prepare

    9.00am / Late Morning and Afternoon

    Depart to Langdale Valley
    Hike to Langdale Pikes
    Communal Lunch
    Mountain Mindfulness
    Dhuhr/Asr Prayer
    Return to Hostel

    4.00pm / Early Evening

    Relaxation
    Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
    Yoga/Pilates/Fitness
    Communal Dinner
    Games and Indoor Sports

    8.30pm / Late Evening

    Socialisation
    Adults Ice Breaker
    Isha Prayer and Reminder

    10.30pm Sleep

    Day 3 - Fri 27 Oct

    6.45am / Early Morning

    Wakeup
    Fajr Prayer and Reminder
    Communal Breakfast
    Prepare

    9.00am / Late Morning

    Family Canoeing

    12.00pm Lunch

    1.00pm / Afternoon

    Jumma’ prayer
    Ghyll Scrambling

    4.00pm / Early Evening

    Asr prayer
    Relaxation
    Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
    Gratitude Mindfulness
    Yoga/Pilates/Fitness
    Communal Dinner
    Games and Indoor Sports

    8.30pm / Late Evening

    Socialisation
    Campfire and Storytelling
    Isha Prayer and Reminder

    10.30pm Sleep

    Day 4 - Sat 28 Oct

    6.45am / Early Morning

    Wakeup
    Fajr Prayer and Reminder
    Communal Breakfast
    Prepare

    9.00am / Late Morning
    Walk and Cave Exploration: Hodge Close - Cathedral Cave
    Cave Mindfulness

    1.00pm / Afternoon
    Lunch and Dhuhr/Asr Prayer

    4.00pm / Early Evening

    Relaxation
    Maghrib Prayer and Reminder
    Gratitude
    Mindfulness
    Yoga/Pilates/Fitness
    Communal Dinner
    Games and Indoor Sports

    8.30pm / Late Evening

    Socialisation
    Stargazing
    Board Games and Quizzes
    Isha Prayer and Reminder

    10.30pm Sleep

    Day 5 - Sun 29 Oct

    5.30am Fajr Prayer and Reminder

    6.45am / Early Morning

    Wakeup
    Communal Breakfast
    Prepare
    Communal Cleanup
    Checkout

    10.00am / Late Morning

    Rydal Caves Exploration

    1.00pm / Afternoon

    National Trust Fell Foot
    Communal Lunch
    Dhuhr/Asr Prayer
    Tea/Coffee/Ice-Cream at the Cafe
    Farewell

    4.00pm Departure

    Please note the planned programme is flexible. Guests are free to choose the activities they would like to participate in. They can also choose to do their own thing if they like.

  • As a guide, it costs around £40 per parent (or individual adult) per night and £30 per child per night for up to 2 children and £25 per child per night for additional children. Infants 0-5 years go for free, provided they share a bed with a sibling or a parent. There is an additional charge of £20/night per room for ensuite facilities. Bookings are for the full adventure (5 days, 4 nights) only. We have introductory and promotional discounts from time to time. So please fill the form below to get a custom price for the adventure.

    The adventure includes:

    • Accommodation in a clean and conveniently located hostel for 3 nights. All bed linen is provided but please bring your own towel and toiletries.

    • Self-catering kitchens with hobs, ovens, fridge, freezer, microwaves, pots. cutlery and crockery

    • Dining rooms and common rooms with several sitting areas for adults and children

    • Communal prayer areas for both men and women

    • Beautiful landscaped grounds outside with seating areas, shelters and wildlife area

    • Games room with table football, table tennis and board games

    • Detailed programme/itinerary of places to visit and activities for each day

    • Arrangement and coordination of general adventure activities (there is no additional charge for this)

    • Arrangement of instructor-led adventure activities with a group booking discount

    • Workshops and indoor group activities

    • Free guest WIFI access throughout the stay (often there is no phone signal)

    • Private Telegram group to keep guests updated

    • Healthy socialisation and group activities with like-minded Muslim families and friends

    • Safe, secure and Muslim environment for adults and children

    • Advice, support and tour guidance

    • Motivational talks, presentations and Islamic reminders

    The adventure does not include:

    • Transport (please make your own way to the centre)

    • Food (it is self catering or externally arranged through caterers)

    • Payment for optional instructor-led adventure activities

    • Payment for optional hiring of equipment (if required, for example mountain bikes or motor boats)

    Please read the FAQ section on the homepage for more information.

  • It is self-catering, but certain arrangements may be made for the convenience of the guests.

    Groceries: There will be arrangements made to order groceries as a group for those who wish, costing about £1 per person per day. These will include basic supplies such as bread, milk, eggs, butter/spreads, tea, coffee, sugar and fruits (apples, bananas and mandarins).

    Breakfast and Lunch: There may be volunteers helping to make breakfast and packed lunch.

    Dinner: Dinner may be externally arranged for those who wish at a reasonable price. Alternatively, guests can bring pre-cooked food and store then in the fridge/freezer, or bring ingredients to cook at the hostel, or manage with a combination of the above.

    Kitchen Facilities: There is a fully fitted industrial kitchen with all facilities, sufficient for everyone. All pots, pans, utensils, cutlery and crockery are provided.

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