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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 LessFounded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
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Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. At…
Greystoke Castle, a 12th-century gem in the Cumbrian countryside, offers 800 years of history,…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable…
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. At…
Greystoke Castle, a 12th-century gem in the Cumbrian countryside, offers 800 years of history,…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal…
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
Road biking is quite a thing here in the Lake District, but the undulating landscape can be…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
A masterpiece of storytelling; 350 years of social history and a celebration of life, revolutions…
Rock climbing has increased in popularity recently, particularly since its introduction at the…
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect…
Cartmel Racecourse is a truly unique location - home to Summer Jump horseracing with added delights…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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20 St Lukes Rd, Kirkby Stephen
Ride the legendary Coast to Coast cycling route, a 280km+ journey from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay, through some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. With customizable itineraries, you choose your pace—whether a fast-paced 3-day challenge or a…
Troutbeck, 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!
Genuine Adventures, based in the Lake District, offers thrilling outdoor activities like tag archery, ghyll scrambling, and rock climbing, tailored for all ages by expert instructors since 2021.
Grasmere
This is a three day training event starting from Butarlyp Youth Hostel Grasmere, and partly on the fells including a high-level overnight camp. Participants will be guided and supported by a qualified and expert mountain leader.
Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
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.
Windermere
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.
Give something back to nature and the Lake District and take part in a Wild Work Day with Cumbria Wildlife Trust. Wild Word Days are a great way to bring people together and improve everyone’s wellbeing, as well as giving back to nature.
KESWICK
To some, including the famous writer, poet and great thinker John Ruskin, Friar's Crag represents Keswick's best view.
Ambleside
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland holiday! These days aim to blend rock climbing, rock scrambling and abseiling to give a varied and always fun experience in beautiful locations.
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.
Borrowdale, Keswick
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect place to have your first experience of outdoor rock climbing as it is close to where some of the first ever rock climbs were completed. There are…
Windermere
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip World and Go Wild, there’s plenty to keep children of all ages entertained.
Cumbria
The English Lake District is one of Britain’s most beautiful corners: a magical mix of rocky mountains, tumbling waterfalls, lush green valleys, shimmering lakes, woodland, isolated hillside farmsteads, sturdy stone-built villages and seemingly…
Ravenglass
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. There are lots of things to do including shopping facilities, a museum,…
Kendal
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of Kendal, Cumbria, in northern England.
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.…
Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all levels of cycling. Whether you are an avid cyclist wanting to do some of the most challenging rides in the Lake District, or gentle leisure rides with…
Kirkby Lonsdale
Abseiling is a classic outdoor adventure challenge, which anyone can enjoy. You don’t need experience to enter this vertical world, just a desire to overcome a natural fear of heights and a “give it a go” attitude. The feeling of achievement when…
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