Classic coasteering at Howick
Craster base • Howick

Classic Coasteering – Howick

Jump, swim and scramble through caves and gullies on a friendly, family-ready route — perfect for first-timers. Jumps are optional throughout, so you can choose your level.

Small groups Calm pace, lots of choice
Optional jumps Nearly always an easier line
Local expertise Best route for conditions
Start 10:00 / 13:30 🕒 Duration ~3 hours 👥 Ages 8+ 🧗 Style Caves & jumps 🧰 Kit Included Jumps Optional
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This is the confidence-building, family-ready coasteering route with lots of choice. If you want a step up, compare with Big Coasteering or browse all coasteering options.

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What to expect

Meet & kit up. We’ll get you into wetsuits, fit buoyancy aids and helmets, and run a clear, friendly briefing before heading to the coast.

The route. This Classic session uses a family-friendly stretch of coastline with caves, gullies and short swims. The day is always adapted to conditions and your group.

Optional jumps. You’ll see plenty of jump opportunities — but nothing is compulsory. There’s nearly always an easier route, and your guide will help you choose what feels right.

Support throughout. Your guides manage tides, timing and route choice so you can focus on enjoying the experience at your own pace, with coaching and encouragement as needed.

Who it suits best. Families, first-timers and anyone who wants a genuine coastal adventure without pressure. If you’re after a more committing route, take a look at Big Coasteering.

Everything included. Wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets and shuttles to and from the start point are included — so the day runs smoothly from arrival to warm-up.

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Classic coasteering on the Northumberland coast in bright conditions Caves • Gullies • Swims
Session times
10:0013:30~3 hours

Times shown in the booking calendar. Midweek outside school holidays is typically private groups at 13:30.

Ages & vibe
Ages 8+Beginner-friendlyConfidence-building

A supportive introduction to coasteering — you choose your level and we tailor the route to the group.

Prices from
£40 under 18s£50 adults

Private groups from £140. Private pricing starts at 2 people and scales for larger groups. Final price is shown when you choose your booking option.

Season & availability
May–OctConditions-led

Weekends & school holidays: open groups + private groups.
Midweek outside school holidays: private groups only (typically 13:30).

What’s included
WetsuitHelmetBuoyancy aidShuttles

Plus a friendly safety briefing and coaching throughout — you focus on the fun, we handle tides and timing.

Private groups
Your own guideNo mixed bookings

Prefer your own guide? Choose a Private Group option when booking. Private pricing starts at 2 people and scales for larger groups.

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Booking basics

Select a date to see spaces and book instantly. If you’re unsure which option to choose (Open Group vs Private), message us and we’ll help.

Prices from
£40 under 18s £50 adults Private groups from £140

Prices vary by date and group type. Private pricing starts at 2 people and scales for larger groups. Final price is shown when you select your booking option.

Season & availability

We mainly run May to October, when conditions are best on the Northumberland coast.

Weekends & school holidays include open groups and private groups.

Midweek outside school holidays is private groups only, typically running at 13:30.

The booking calendar shows live availability.

Quick check before you book
Start: 10:00 / 13:30 Around 3 hours Ages 8+ Beginner-friendly Optional jumps All kit included Shuttles included

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Safety first: If conditions mean we can’t run your session, we’ll offer a reschedule or suitable alternatives. If we can’t accommodate changes, we’ll refund in line with our terms. For common questions, see our FAQs.