Mount Cook Adventure Centre

Mount Cook Adventure Centre Mount Cook is a not-for-profit Adventure Centre dedicated to providing access to the outdoors. Our Centre is perfect for school groups, youth groups (e.g.

Mount Cook Adventure Centre is a new not-for-profit organisation which opened in July 2016, in Derbyshire. We are dedicated to providing outdoor activities and learning for all, especially young people and those who would not otherwise have the opportunity. Our purpose-built Centre can accommodate 140 guests in modern bedrooms, and a further 40 guests on our secure onsite camping paddock. Unique f

eatures of our eco-building include an indoor climbing wall, an onsite high-ropes course and a 10m high rooftop terrace. We welcome groups big or small, and people of all ages and abilities to our Centre! You can come to Mount Cook for a residential of any length, an activity day, half-day, or an after-work evening session (available in Spring and Summer). NCS or Prince's Trust), badge groups (e.g. Scouts & Guides), family or friend annual gatherings, corporate team-building days and much more! Our glass-fronted Main Dining Hall also makes an impressive venues for celebrations, birthday parties, annual AGMs, conferences and even weddings!

02/06/2026

We’re hiring a Cook for our seasonal team! 🍳

Are you passionate about cooking for others and ready for a fast-paced environment? We are looking for a reliable Cook to join us until November 2026.
You’ll be the heart of our kitchen, preparing delicious, wholesome meals for groups of up to 150!

Pay: £13.88 per hour
Contract: Seasonal (until November 2026)
Flexibility: Zero Hours

⏰ Closing Date: 5th June!
Don’t miss out - apply today and let’s cook up something great together!

June's theme is JOURNEYS - and your challenge is to complete a "Journey of 10"!That could be:🚴 A 10-mile bike ride🏊 10 l...
01/06/2026

June's theme is JOURNEYS - and your challenge is to complete a "Journey of 10"!

That could be:
🚴 A 10-mile bike ride
🏊 10 lengths of the pool
🔟 10 laps of your garden
…or anything else you can link to the number 10!

However you get moving, we want to see it. Share your journey, tag , and you could win this month's prize. 🏅

Don't forget to tag us so we can cheer you on! 💪

You've got all month - get going!

28/05/2026

Scale a quarry rock face on the Via Ferrata, gather round a campfire, and end the evening with hot chocolate and toasted marshmallows under a Peak District sky.

Derbyshire Dusk is happening Friday 12 June, 5pm–8:30pm at Mount Cook Adventure Centre. Come straight from work — we'll take care of the rest.

🔗 Book now → www.mountcook.uk/derbyshire-dusk

Ready to take your bushcraft instruction to the next level? 🌲🪓Join us for our Intermediate Competency Certificate Traini...
26/05/2026

Ready to take your bushcraft instruction to the next level? 🌲🪓

Join us for our Intermediate Competency Certificate Training! Designed for those who have already completed the Award or have prior experience, this intensive course is your path to deepening your expertise and gaining a recognized qualification in bushcraft.

Dates: 17th – 19th November 2026
Investment: £325 per person (includes all meals and accommodation!)

This is an immersive, hands-on experience that goes beyond the basics, with evening sessions extending until approximately 9:00 PM.

Spaces are limited! Ready to sharpen your skills and gain your certification? Send us a DM or visit the link in our bio to book your spot. 🌿🔥

Shoutout to the people who make it all happen behind the scenes. 👏 Thank you!
24/05/2026

Shoutout to the people who make it all happen behind the scenes. 👏 Thank you!

21/05/2026

This May, we're celebrating Inclusivity - and what better way than getting outside together? You could go climbing, gardening, or just exploring, as long as you share your outdoor moment with someone. Every adventure counts. ☀️

Tag us in a photo of your Inclusive Adventure to be at a chance of a prize!

19/05/2026

Now hiring! ✨

Head Housekeeper wanted at Mount Cook Adventure Centre.
Good pay, a brilliant team, and a role where your standards really matter.

DM us or email [email protected] - closing 3rd June.

Mount Cook Adventure Centre sits in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside - private, stunning, and set up to make your...
16/05/2026

Mount Cook Adventure Centre sits in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside - private, stunning, and set up to make your event completely stress-free. We work with all kinds of groups, from weddings and corporate conferences to faith retreats, sports clubs and charity trips. Whatever you're planning, we can make it happen!

Up to 180 guests, full catering, on-site adventure activities and a team that'll get you a quote within 24 hours. Oh, and 9 acres of grounds to enjoy while you're at it.
And if you're thinking about August — book a multi-night stay between 8th and 23rd and you'll get 10% off venue hire. Just saying. 👀

Get in touch and let's start planning something brilliant.

📞 01629 823 702
🌐 mountcook.uk/venue-hire
📧 [email protected]

The perfect family evening out this summer 🏔️🔥 Tackle the Via Ferrata (age 9+), gather round the campfire, and toast s'm...
11/05/2026

The perfect family evening out this summer 🏔️🔥

Tackle the Via Ferrata (age 9+), gather round the campfire, and toast s'mores under the Peak District sky.

All equipment provided - just bring yourselves!

10 weeks to go! 10 years to celebrate! 🏆We are counting down the days until our First Decade of Adventure at Mount Cook ...
09/05/2026

10 weeks to go! 10 years to celebrate! 🏆

We are counting down the days until our First Decade of Adventure at Mount Cook Adventure Centre!

For the past 10 years, we’ve been incredibly proud to provide unforgettable experiences, outdoor thrills, and lifelong memories in the heart of nature. We can't wait to celebrate this milestone with all of you! 🏔️✨

📍 Where: Mount Cook Adventure Centre
🗓️ When: 18th July 2026

Stay tuned for more updates, event highlights, and a look back at our favourite adventures over the last decade.

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Porter Lane
Matlock
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