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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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Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
The Lake District National Park provides a wealth of walking opportunities and offers something for…
Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions.…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point…
Cartmel Racecourse is a truly unique location - home to Summer Jump horseracing with added delights…
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
The Lake District National Park provides a wealth of walking opportunities and offers something for…
Capture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions.…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point…
Cartmel Racecourse is a truly unique location - home to Summer Jump horseracing with added delights…
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
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- 1Canoe & Bushcraft, Coniston (Age 5+) with Path to Adventure
- 2Esk Gorge with Mountain Journeys
- 3Bushcraft, Shooting and Woodland Archery Day with Green Man Survival
- 4Guided Walks in the Lake District with Path to Adventure
- 5Family Adventure Photo Walk with Anna Bailey Photography
- 6Lakeland Motor Museum
- 7Scrambling near Coniston with More Than Mountains
- 8Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- 9Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House
- 10Blow Your Own Crystal Bauble at Cumbria Crystal
- 11Derwentwater Marina
- 12Windermere Lake Cruises, Wray
- 13Cartmel Racecourse
- 14Brimstone Spa at Langdale Hotel and Spa
- 15Canoe on Windermere - England's Longest with Anyone Can (Accessible Canoeing)
- 16The Peter Rabbit Garden at The World of Beatrix Potter
- 17Brockhole on Windermere
- 18Heritage Boat Trips at Windermere Jetty Museum
- 19Coniston Launch Boat Trips and Tours
- 20Hemmingways Angling Adventures
- 21Solway Aviation Museum
- 22Lake Cruises on Derwentwater with Keswick Launch Co.
- 23Bushcraft, Graythwaite Estate (2 hours) with Graythwaite Adventure
- 24Arragon's Cycle Hire - Delivery
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Appleby-in-Westmorland
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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The Promenade, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HQTelephone
015394 43360Windermere
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with Windermere Lake Cruises self-drive boat hire. Whether you crave the quiet charm of a classic rowboat or the effortless glide of an electric motorboat, we've…
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National Trust - Tarn Hows, Coniston, Cumbria, LA22 0PPTelephone
015394 41456Coniston
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns together. In 1929 it was bought by Beatrix Potter who sold it to the National Trust. There is a 1.5 mile, level footpath around the tarn.
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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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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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The Promenade, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HQTelephone
015394 43360Windermere
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque village buzzing with tourism. The star attraction is undoubtedly Bowness Pier, the central hub for cruises on England's largest lake, Windermere.
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Mardale Head, Unnamed Rd, Penrith, Bampton, Haweswater, Cumbria, CA10 2RPTelephone
01931 713376Bampton, Haweswater
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit wildlife, water and people.
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Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of exploration in the Lake District. Board a Windermere Lake Cruise’s vessel and get treated to the finest views from the water.
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Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that matter, the Lakeland Legend Challenge is a full-on day of 3 extreme adventure activities, all set around an atmospheric slate quarry close to Coniston.…
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Outdoor family activities with Genuine Adventures: tag archery, ghyll scrambling, rock climbing, and SUP paddleboarding in the Lake District. Safe, fun, and tailored by experts for all ages to enjoy together!
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Kendal Museum, Station Rd, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BTTelephone
01539 815597Kendal
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The Museum has a long history in Kendal Town and has occupied various sites but has been at its current location (previously a wool warehouse) since 1913.
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Looking for a fun way to boost your kids’ cycling confidence? Maybe you’re a family who have recently got into cycling and are looking to take it to the next level? This short break has been especially crafted for you! Based in Penrith, the gateway…
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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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Wasdale
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
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Newby Bridge
We developed our bespoke canoe sailing boats to make an easily accessible boat for people with mobility difficulties - but everyone loves them. Fast light and you are a solo sailor from the very start. If you want a friend or carer in the boat to…
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Beyonk Online Booking
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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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Lakes Aquarium, Lakeside, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8ASTelephone
015395 30153Newby Bridge
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays. Plus discover creatures from around the world including piranha, otters and clownfish.
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Newlands Adventure Centre, Stair, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UFTelephone
017687 78463Keswick
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a wet decent of a Lakeland mountain stream, We are based just twenty minutes walk away from the top of the ghyll which means the only thing getting soaked…
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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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Outside In Kendal, Bezzon Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6ELTelephone
01539723924Kendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
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