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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.
You could go for a walk with a shepherdess (and her flock of sheep). Go quad biking through a forest, tap into your inner Bear Grylls with a lesson in bushcraft, or test your fear of heights (and your balance) by traversing a cliff on the UK’s best via ferrata. For more adventure thrills, there’s Go-Ape in the Grizedale Forest and Whinlater, or a spot of go-karting. Or you could do something a lot more relaxing and take to a lake for a sunset canoe ride followed...Read More
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.
You could go for a walk with a shepherdess (and her flock of sheep). Go quad biking through a forest, tap into your inner Bear Grylls with a lesson in bushcraft, or test your fear of heights (and your balance) by traversing a cliff on the UK’s best via ferrata. For more adventure thrills, there’s Go-Ape in the Grizedale Forest and Whinlater, or a spot of go-karting. Or you could do something a lot more relaxing and take to a lake for a sunset canoe ride followed by dinner.
When the sun shines in the Lake District, the outdoors is the place to be. We’re ready for you, whatever you want to do.
Read LessNestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
Archery 8yrs+ Axe throwing 12yrs+ and Crossbow 12yrs+. Book as single activities or as part of our…
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Talkin Tarn is a great destination for the whole family. Come and find out why Talkin Tarn really…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
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Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
Archery 8yrs+ Axe throwing 12yrs+ and Crossbow 12yrs+. Book as single activities or as part of our…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
Talkin Tarn is a great destination for the whole family. Come and find out why Talkin Tarn really…
Archery 8yrs+ Axe throwing 12yrs+ and Crossbow 12yrs+. Book as single activities or as part of our…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
Talkin Tarn is a great destination for the whole family. Come and find out why Talkin Tarn really…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with…
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as…
Feed your soul & be guided by the most knowledgeable & friendly Lake District guides, through…
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses…
Opening for the 2024 season, new E-bike hire service - we are trialling a new active travel hub at…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides…
Clay Shooting 12yrs+ and Air Rifle 8yrs+ couples or groups of 24 and 50 shots options and one hour…
A masterpiece of storytelling; 350 years of social history and a celebration of life, revolutions…
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Kentmere
Discover our immersive and transformative courses, which run for between 2 to 5 days, all centred on the art of drawing from observation. It's a journey of self-expression and visual communication, making the world's true beauty come alive.
Borrowdale, Keswick
You’ve never experienced anything like this…
Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against the backdrop of the stunning Lake District mountains.
Climb up the massive Cargo net to one of the finest views of Lake District. Buttermere, Crummock…
Old Hutton, Kendal
We are an outdoor activity centre for the disabled and those with special needs, this includes Adults, Families, Schools and Groups. Everyone is welcome at Bendrigg. You will be celebrated not accommodated. Our vision is for an inclusive society…
Fun, adventure and good times guaranteed! Why not come and ride the White Water with us?
We have several exciting trips in and around The Lake District, whether you’re looking for family fun or something more wild, we can make it happen!
Whether you would like to rent an Electric Bike or join a Bike Tour or Holiday, we organise everything and provide self-guided tours with tailored routes to suite you.
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…
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake frontage, is our magical bushcraft base where we love to welcome those seeking a real outdoor experience.
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top 5% of the darkest places in Britain. On a clear evening, we are able to see thousands of stars and constellations including the spectacular Milky Way.
Coniston
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come on our intermediate navigation course to find out.
The cliffs at St Bees (named after St Bega) are dramatic, composed of striking red sandstone some over 300ft high. There is an RSPB nature reserve.
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
Ambleside
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping into crystal clear pools of deep water, sliding into pools, wild swimming, and scrambling - all in the most beautiful of settings.
Windermere
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of equipment, is a great location for waterskiing, wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking/canoeing and boat hire.
Kendal
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various types of alpaca experiences for people of all ages and abilities.
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…
Windermere
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72 hours surviving in our private woodland learning a wealth of skills and knowledge that will enable you to thrive in this stunning habitat.
Stramongate, 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…
Grange-over-Sands
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with the warmth and welcome of a much loved family home. The hall is set in 25 acres of romantic formal & woodland gardens and ancient parkland, with the…
Grange-over-Sands
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the world their own once the sun goes down.
Aynam Rd, Kendal
Join Bowness Bay Brewing in Kendal for a brewery adventure! Immerse yourself in the magic of crafting exceptional craft beer and taste some of our delicious brews. Book now!
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