UK’s Top 12 Destinations For Adrenalin Junkies

How to start describing the United Kingdom? Does one start with the rugged beauty of Wales, the majestic peaks of the mountains of Scotland, or the sprawling metropolis of London? There’s so much to see and do in the UK, including some of the best adventure thrills. Here are the top 12 destinations in the UK for an adrenaline junkie.

Cornwall coast / Photo by Lukasz Zelezny

1. Cornwall

Cornwall offers opportunities for coasteering, abseiling, motorsport, deep sea diving, surfing, rock climbing, cliff jumping, quad biking, kayaking and zorbing. Power a hovercraft singlehandedly around the Quarry Lake and fly down The UK’s Longest Zip Wire at Cornwall. The pristine waters, abundant marine lives and high cliffs riddled with deep caves make South West and South East Cornwall great adventure destinations.

2. Dartmoor

If you’re interesting in deep pool diving, head to Dartmoor. There are many deep pools at Spitchwick Common, just waiting for the adventurous jumper to plunge in. Swim to the depths and watch the unique flora that’s been growing there for ages.

3. South Downs

South Downs is a veritable paradise for adventure mountain bikers. It takes about three days to bike to the highest point in South Downs; the lung-bursting ascents and giddy descents make it difficult for any but the best bikers. This is a destination for those that really thrive on a challenge.

4. Malvern Hills, Worcestershire

Malvern Hills count among the oldest rocks in Britain. 1,394ft Worcestershire Beacon is just perfect for a challenging uphill hike. If you want to further challenge yourself, join up for the annual Worcestershire Beacon Race, meant for runners who take up a seven-mile course on these steep slopes.

Malvern Hills / Photo by TomGough

5. Shrewsbury

Go on a wilderness adventure in the backwaters of Severn, Britain’s longest river. Grab an open double canoe and paddle along the 75-mile stretch linking Shrewsbury and Worcester. You’ll have to navigate locks, rapids, cross weirs and manage your canoe among the many twists and turns in this huge river.

6. Peak District

Here you’ll find a wide range of rough terrains, steep rocks, craggy cliffs and other challenges for the rock climber and abseiler. There are dark grit stone escarpments peppered with pale limestone outcrops, all begging to be conquered.

7. Longsands Beach, Tynemouth

The North-east part of England is home to some of its best and highest waves. Maelstorms in the Arctic Ocean create huge waves which rumble down the North Sea. Visit Longsands Beach, Tynemouth and join the top surfing talent of the UK and beat the waves.

Longsands Beach, Tynemouth / Photo by Akuppa John Wigham

8. London

There are many thrills for the adventure seeker in London, such as a ripping fast speedboat ride on the Thames, bungee jumping from the bridges on Thames, tandem skydiving and so on. There are many adrenaline tour organizers in London who can provide any kind of thrill you seek.

9. Northamptonshire

Adventure seekers can enjoy a rare opportunity in Northamptonshire, England. It involves beating fast rapids and facing sharp rocks with your lower body inside rubber tubing. This adventure sport is called White Water Tubing and is very popular in the UK. There’s nothing between the water, the rapids, the hard rocks and you, except a hard rubber tube. This sport takes a lot of guts, and great legwork to keep the tube floating over the rapids.

10. Silverstone

Enjoy an amazing driving experience in Silverstone; drive five supercars in one day, ranging from classic supercars to fast cars such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and more. You can also enjoy being driven a couple of large laps by a pro instructor on any car you choose. Driving a super race car is a unique experience; for a while, you will feel as though you are a real car racer.

Ferrari / Photo by fklv

11. Shropshire

Shropshire’s beautiful countryside and clear skies offers a fabulous opportunity for tandem paragliding. You’ll be strapped to an instructor as you both glide through varying air currents on a silk parachute. Contact any skydiving tour at Shropshire for a half hour of mind-blowing views of the magnificent countryside from a height of over a hundred meters.

12. Wales

Whether you’re in North Wales or South Wales, there are opportunities galore for the adventure thrill of a lifetime. Some of them are: whitewater rafting and canoeing, surfing and coasteering, cave exploration, gorge scramble and abseil, quad biking, mountain biking and off road biking. Wales has an adventure sport to fit every taste, from winter sports on ice and snow, to land sports and flying experiences as well.

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