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Cumbria and the Lake District is the perfect family getaway, with something for everyone – regardless of age. And when it comes to where to stay, we’ve got you covered.- It does rain from time to time in the Lake District, but how else did you think we got our fabulous landscapes and those lakes? Still, we’re more than prepared for the occasional downpour, and there’s plenty to do while taking shelter from the elements.
- The Lake District, Cumbria is England’s most beautiful corner in any weather, but there’s something magical about the place when the sun shines. The sun draws out walkers and mountaineers, sailors and cyclists, abseilers and zorbers, zipliners and those looking to sit quietly by a lake and take in the majestic beauty of it all.
- Lots of great inspiration hints and tips to help you get the most out of your visit to the Lake District, Cumbria.
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Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions.…
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In…
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Shiver Me Timbers play area is a bright, colourful, and exciting destination for young visitors.…
The Gather is a “bureau des guides”, a community of qualified outdoor leaders focused on providing…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of…
Seaside destination for boarders, skaters & scooters
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes,…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all…
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions.…
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions.…
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In…
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Shiver Me Timbers play area is a bright, colourful, and exciting destination for young visitors.…
The Gather is a “bureau des guides”, a community of qualified outdoor leaders focused on providing…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of…
Seaside destination for boarders, skaters & scooters
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes,…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all…
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
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- 1Family Adventure Photo Walk with Anna Bailey Photography
- 2Bassenthwaite Lake Station
- 3Brockhole on Windermere
- 4Young Family Ghyll Scrambling (Age 5+) with Path to Adventure
- 5Buddhist Temple for World Peace, Ulverston
- 6Green Man Survival
- 7Shiver Me Timbers Play Area
- 8The Gather
- 9Bushcraft, Graythwaite Estate (2 hours) with Graythwaite Adventure
- 10The Chocolate Factory - Children's and Family Chocolate Workshop Activity Attraction
- 11Lakes Laser Tag
- 12Rock Climbing and Abseiling in Borrowdale, Keswick with More Than Mountains
- 13Ridge Scrambling with Mountain Journeys
- 14General Admission Lakeland Maze Farm
- 15Maryport Skate Park
- 164x4 Lake Tours
- 17The Woodsman’s Walk - A Full Day Guided Walk in South Lakes with Green Man Survival
- 18Go Ape Grizedale
- 19E-Bike Safaris – Cycle Routes for Beginners to Hardened Road Cyclists
- 20The Spa at Low Wood Bay
- 21Walby Farm Park
- 22The Lost Castle Adventure Playground at Lowther Castle
- 23Solway Aviation Museum
- 24Canoe & Bushcraft, Coniston (Age 5+) with Path to Adventure
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Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe and reach 9 summits in one day? Whatever it is that you have always wanted to do, you can hire one of our fully qualified and insured mountain…
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Eskdale Mill & Heritage Trust, Eskdale Mill, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1TGTelephone
01946723335Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
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Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
015394 46139Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
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The Herdwick Experience, Yew Tree Farm, Consiton, Cumbria, LA21 8DPTelephone
01539441433Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
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National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QBTelephone
015394 35143Grasmere
Make yourself comfortable in the former home of National Trust Founder, Canon Rawnsley. Only partially restored and decorated, this isn’t a typical National Trust experience.
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Hemmingways Angling Adventures, c/o Shundraw, St Johns in the Vale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RRTelephone
017687 78575St Johns in the Vale, Keswick
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and casting tuition for individuals, groups, and corporate clients. Featured on TV with our friend Matt Hayes and on the BBC and ITV News.
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Brimstone Hotel & Spa, Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JDTelephone
015394 38080Ambleside
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone Hotel and is reserved for adults only, and considered is one of the best spa’s in The Lake District. It is a place to relax and revive with seven…
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2 Longhouses, Kentmere, Cumbria, LA8 9JJTelephone
07557508488Kentmere
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive Art Courses for adults and young people. Courses run for 3-5 days in the beautiful Kentmere valley.
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Quaker Tapestry Museum, Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BHTelephone
01539 722975Stramongate, Kendal
350 years of social history and Quaker stories are brought to life in more than 40 vibrant embroidered panels all housed within this architecturally stunning and original Georgian Meeting House. Our unique and fascinating museum takes you on a…
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Ullswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct? -
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Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BNWindermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
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Appleby-in-Westmorland
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure. The experience is incredibly…
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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DLTelephone
07971 622616Ambleside
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation workshops, Rock Climbing, Rock Scrambling, Gorge Scrambling, Abseiling, Canyoning and any combination of these. We’re here to help ensure you experience the…
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Keswick
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive exhibits to amaze the whole family, young and old! Do you believe your eyes?
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The Outdoor Adventure Company, Old Hutton, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0NBTelephone
01539722147Nr Kendal
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
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Newby Bridge
Our reality-based 2 day survival training course will give you the skills to be self-sufficient in any wilderness environment. Immerse yourself in the challenge.
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Brown Howe Car Park, A5084, Coniston, Cumbria, LA12 8DWTelephone
07752205976Coniston
SUP Paddleboarding by Genuine Adventures offers a serene glide across Lake District waters, guided by experts for all ages, with gear provided for a tailored, scenic adventure.
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Swim the Lakes, 2 Compston Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJTelephone
01539433826Ambleside
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides inspirational adventure swimming for all abilities, from Short Wild Swims to 3-day Swim Breaks. Plus excellent swim gear in our Ambleside store.
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Greystoke Castle, Greystoke, Cumbria, CA11 0TGTelephone
01768 451500Greystoke
Greystoke Castle, a 12th-century gem in the Cumbrian countryside, offers 800 years of history, including connections to Catherine Howard and Tarzan. Explore its grand halls, Tarzan Trails, and seasonal events, then relax at the Butler’s Pantry café.…
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Zip World Windermere - Treetop Trek & Treetop Nets, Brockhole, A591, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJTelephone
015394 47186A591, Windermere
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets. If you’re looking for an unforgettable day out with friends or family, there is an outdoor adventure for everyone.
