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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.
Highlights
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells,…
Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
The Gather is a “bureau des guides”, a community of qualified outdoor leaders focused on providing…
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Archery Tag by Genuine Adventures mixes archery and dodgeball with foam-tipped arrows for safe,…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Catherdral Cavern close to Coniston provide a…
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In…
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Armathwaite Hall has created a timeless, yet contemporary countryside spa within a stunning rural…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells,…
Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
The Gather is a “bureau des guides”, a community of qualified outdoor leaders focused on providing…
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Archery Tag by Genuine Adventures mixes archery and dodgeball with foam-tipped arrows for safe,…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Catherdral Cavern close to Coniston provide a…
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In…
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Armathwaite Hall has created a timeless, yet contemporary countryside spa within a stunning rural…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells,…
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- 1Alpaca Walking at The Lingholm Estate with Alpacaly Ever After
- 2Abseiling in the Lake District with Path to Adventure
- 3Caving In Yorkshire Dales with Go Cave
- 4Lakeland Motor Museum
- 5The Gather
- 6Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups with The Outdoor Adventure Company
- 7Beginner's Navigation Course with More Than Mountains (Bowness)
- 8Archery Tag with Genuine Adventures
- 9Family Gorge Walking in the Lake District with Path to Adventure
- 10Herdwick Experience at Yew Tree Farm
- 11Abseiling and Rock Climbing near Coniston with More Than Mountains
- 12Outside In Cumbria
- 13Walby Farm Park
- 14Go Ape Grizedale
- 15Young Family Ghyll Scrambling (Age 5+) with Path to Adventure
- 16Kendal Museum
- 17Amy Bateman Photography Ltd
- 18The Spa at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa
- 19Lakeland Maze Farm Park
- 20All About Alpacas
- 21Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin
- 22Mine Exploration with Go Cave
- 23Rookin House Activity Centre
- 24Ullswater Steamers
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Active Base (first available left), Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NNTelephone
01539 31 00 41Newby Bridge
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language and a hands-on approach you and your fellow crew will do the vast majority of the tasks that make the boat work.
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Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to discover. Take a sunset paddle with a picnic dinner or journey to a sheltered hidden bay for a lunch, kayaking is as relaxing or demanding as you like.…
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Coniston
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake District's famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery from a Canadian Canoe. We'll tailor the day to suit your group - whether it’s a fun day of games, exploring the lake and splashing with the whole family…
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Rookin House Equestrian & Activity Centre Ltd, Rookin House Farm, Troutbeck, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0SSTelephone
017684 83561Troutbeck, Penrith
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
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Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the beautiful Lake District. Our expert, professional instructors will kit you out with all the safety kit that you need and will coach and support you as…
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Windermere Canoe and Kayak, B5285, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JHTelephone
015394 44451Windermere
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf, lakes to rivers, adults to children.
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Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided adventure activities here in the Lake District. Connect with nature and join us ghyll scrambling, canyoning, rock climbing, abseiling and rock scrambling…
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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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Newby Bridge
A half day's experience learning the core skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, including fire, shelter, water sourcing and more.
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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NTTelephone
015394 36674Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
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2 Cambridge Villas, Church Street, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DLTelephone
07971 622616Ambleside
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and taking every opportunity to jump into crystal clear plunge pools. This is next level fun and the bonus is this can be enjoyed just as much when it’s…
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Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike Safaris. Experience cycling through the Cumbrian countryside, visiting all the attractions and having the comfort of the electric assistance.
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The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946 592302Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, Haverthwaite Station Nr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8ALTelephone
015395 31594Ulverston
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley. Licensed tea room, gift shop, engine shed, picnic area & playground.
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Penrith
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes.
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Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, Ambleside Rd, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LPTelephone
015394 39479Windermere
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite lunch or afternoon tea options and a hand-selected spa treatment; enjoy unpretentious luxury in a unique setting.
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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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Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
01931 712192Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
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Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions. Relaxed, fun, and authentic — perfect for treasuring forever. Book now and let your kids lead the adventure!
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Ullswater
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping...
Whatever you want to call it, whether it’s a descent or ascent or a splash down the river, it’s a buzz.
