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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 LessBrantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
Travel in style with your own private driver to visit four of the best country pubs that surround…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Silloth on Solway Golf Club is a beautiful links golf course situated on the shores of the Solway…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to…
Enjoy a beautiful 14 mile return journey as well as a delicious cream tea at Dalegarth Café in the…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The…
Residential outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities, including those with the most…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
Travel in style with your own private driver to visit four of the best country pubs that surround…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides…
Travel in style with your own private driver to visit four of the best country pubs that surround…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Silloth on Solway Golf Club is a beautiful links golf course situated on the shores of the Solway…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
Discover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to…
Enjoy a beautiful 14 mile return journey as well as a delicious cream tea at Dalegarth Café in the…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The…
Residential outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities, including those with the most…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
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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Newby 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.
Lakeside
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you can visit the station tea room, gift shop, woodland playground, picnic area and engine shed. Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from…
Cumbria
Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on foot. With flexible itineraries to suit any pace, reliable daily luggage transfers and comfortable accommodation, our holidays provide complete peace…
Explore nature’s playground and marvel at the stunning scenery on offer. Take the plunge into crystal clear pools and scramble your way up numerous rocky scrambles and waterfalls.
Ambleside
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…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable participants to develop, improve and refine more advanced paddling skills in order to undertake expeditions on grade 2 and 3 rivers.
Cumbria
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and cycling tours across the UK. Along with an enviable wealth of experience, we are proud to offer an unrivalled selection of trails to choose from. We…
Kendal
Abbot Hall is one of Britain’s preeminent small art galleries, set in a Grade I listed Georgian building on the banks of the River Kent in Kendal. The gallery holds an outstanding collection of 18th-21st century art and hosts exhibitions. The…
Coniston
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.
Keswick
Just past the famous Ashness Bridge, clamber up the hill to the right from the road to experience the rewards of Surprise View.
Penrith
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination of history, architecture and family which is both a Cumbrian and national story. Dalemain is an award-winning delight and is part of the UNESCO World…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. At 19k long and rising to over 500m, the Altura Trail puts the mountain back into biking
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.
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.
Explore the National Park’s lesser visited places on this gentle self-guided holiday, perfect for those looking to travel with those who matter most. Based in Keswick and Ambleside, you’ll be ideally placed to see some of the region’s best loved…
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.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Ambleside
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive backdrop of turrets, towers, informal grounds and miles of lakeshore paths.
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.
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…
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