Extreme & Unusual Sports

Try adventurous outdoor activities from grassboarding to coasteering across Britain's varied terrain. Articles explain equipment needs, safety considerations and where to practise each sport.

Base Jumping and Coasteering

Base jumping and coasteering are extreme coastal and rural sports that mix climbing, swimming and jumping for an adrenaline rush.

Climbing and Hill Scrambling

Understand the difference between climbing and hill scrambling, and how to tackle them safely based on your fitness level.

Motorbike Trials, Scrambling and Rallying

Motorbike trials, scrambling and rallying let you test your skills riding off-road courses and racing through challenging countryside terrain.

Potholing and Caving

Caving is a rewarding outdoor hobby that combines physical challenge with exploring natural cave systems safely and responsibly.

Touring, Downhilling and Cross Country

Different types of bikes serve different purposes, from racing downhill against the clock to long-distance touring adventures.

What Are Grassboarding and Kite Buggying?

Grassboarding and kite buggying are lesser-known extreme sports that let you ride across varied terrain using wind and hills.

What Is Zorbing?

Roll downhill inside a giant transparent sphere and experience the quirky thrill of zorbing, an unusual countryside sport that's growing in popularity.