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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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Join Jonny Gios for a stunning Lake District photo tour. Perfect for all skill levels, explore…
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the…
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track…
Fun, adventure and good times guaranteed! Why not come and ride the White Water with us? We have…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
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…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
Join Jonny Gios for a stunning Lake District photo tour. Perfect for all skill levels, explore…
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the…
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track…
Fun, adventure and good times guaranteed! Why not come and ride the White Water with us? We have…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
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…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
Join Jonny Gios for a stunning Lake District photo tour. Perfect for all skill levels, explore…
Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
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- 1Rookin House Activity Centre
- 2Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
- 3Ghyll Scrambling in Wasdale with Adventure Vertical
- 4Ghyll Scrambling at Newlands Adventure Centre
- 5Go Ape Whinlatter
- 6The Ruskin Museum
- 7Paddleboarding in the Lake District with Path to Adventure
- 8E-Bike Safaris – Cycle Routes for Beginners to Hardened Road Cyclists
- 9Ultimate Animal Experience at The Lake District Wildlife Park
- 10Rock Climbing at Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents
- 11Michael Coates Clay Shooting
- 12Family Adventure Days with Mountain Journeys
- 13Wildlife Tracking After Hours at South Walney Nature Reserve with Cumbria Wildlife Trust
- 14Lake District White Water Rafting
- 15Green Man Survival
- 16Go Ape Grizedale
- 17Young Family Ghyll Scrambling (Age 5+) with Path to Adventure
- 18Amy Bateman Photography Ltd
- 19The Bowman - A Family Friendly Woodland Archery Experience with Green Man Survival
- 20Carlisle Cathedral
- 21Acorn Bank
- 22Photography Tours of the Lake District with Jonny Gios Photography
- 23Ennerdale Brewery
- 24Beginner's Navigation Course with More Than Mountains (Bowness)
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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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Coniston Boating Centre, Lake Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ANTelephone
017687 75753Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
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Lakeland Maze Farm Park, Raines Hall, Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JHTelephone
015395 61760Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
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Brantwood, East of Lake, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8ADTelephone
015394 41396Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
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Newby Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NPTelephone
07946841772Windermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
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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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Newby Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NPTelephone
07946841772Windermere
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient art of archery. We will learn a little about the history of this primitive skill and have the chance to experience how tricky it must have been for…
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Carlisle Tourist Information Centre, Old Town Hall, Market St, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8JETelephone
01228 670578Market St, Carlisle
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some surprising stories and gruesome facts about Carlisle’s 2000 year history.
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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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Hutton in the Forest, Hutton-in-the-Forest, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9THTelephone
017684 84449Penrith
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Extensive gardens in woodland setting walled garden, topiary, woodland walk and lake with cascade.
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Arragon's Cycle Centre, 2 Brunswick Rd, Penrith, County (optional), CA11 7LUTelephone
07525243159Penrith
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery & landmarks by cycle, or would like an exclusive guided day out, simply select what you require & we will deliver everything directly to your accommodation.…
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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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We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed specifically for families with children. If your kids love splashing about in water or you want them to build water confidence then this is the activity…
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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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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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Keswick
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come along on our intermediate navigation course to find out how.
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Storrs Hall Bellman Close, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LGTelephone
07928373326Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take control of the yacht or just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery unfold around you.
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Graythwaite Adventure, watersports site, Stable Yard Cottages, Graythwaite, Cumbria, LA12 8BATelephone
07498 574659Graythwaite
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding landscape from the water provides a different perspective.
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Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock climbing, it is a great way to ascend a mountain taking on the challenge of using your hands and feet to climb steeper sections of rocky terrain. As the…
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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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