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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 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.
…Or should that guide be a “B-W”? Our team has put together this guide to Cumbria’s best-known lakes, how to find them; and what to look for when you get there.
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the…
We train people to undertake expeditions, and also run expeditions across the UK, but mostly in the…
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and…
The abseil is around 100-120 feet and you also get to have an explore around Hodge Close Quarry.…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
This is a three day training event starting from Butarlyp Youth Hostel Grasmere, and partly on the…
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. It is known as the cradle of…
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents…
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
A fantastic, adventurous canyoning experience. Slides, jumps and scrambling in the water - this one…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling…
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Various Locations in the Lake District
We are an established family business that specialises in canyoning and ghyll scrambling. We also provide abseiling, mountain scrambling and rock climbing. Our sessions are fun, safe, and packed full of adventure. We run our activities in different…
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1055 reviewsCockermouth
From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks, there are routes for all levels of fitness and abilities, many of which start right from the doorstep or are within easy reach of Hassness Country…
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…
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…
Eskdale Valley, Boot
Experience the exhilaration of this wet and wild adventure in the remote Western Lake District. Ghyll Scrambling (or gorge walking) will see you climbing up waterfalls, jumping into pools and exploring caves.
Cumbria
Created by Alfred Wainwright, the full Coast to Coast Walk crosses the North of England from the Irish Sea at St Bees to the North Sea at Robin Hood’s Bay. Wainwright’s Coast to Coast passes through some of the most beautiful and varied scenery in…
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 sailer from the very start. If you want a friend or carer in the boat to…
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Windermere
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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54 reviewsTotally 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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1043 reviewsThis is the ideal activity for groups of 8 or more who want to challenge both their mind and body. Our raft building, bushcraft, and hill walking sessions help you develop outdoor skills and cooperation.
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46 reviewsHave 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…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Windermere, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today to start building your…
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46 reviewsOur ghyll scrambling, gorge walking & canyoning experiences around Langdale suit most fitness levels. Experience exhilarating waterfalls, canyons, and water challenges on our guided private sessions.
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46 reviewsCockermouth
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery nights really are like no other. Seated on our stunning steam train and surrounded by 1930’s decor, you will be transported to an era gone by whilst the…
Windermere
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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54 reviewsHawkshead, Lake Windermere
We specialise in running relaxed sessions in a fun and informative environment. Following an introduction by your instructor there'll be a briefing on all-important safety and gun mounting before we move on to hitting clays. We’ve a great track…
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334 reviewsNewby Bridge
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south while everyone gets the hang of handling their boats in the sheltered water. When we are ready we turn round and explore the wider Lake Winderemere as…
Various Locations in the Lakes
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District. With 20 years' experience of organising activity packages, breaks and events exclusively around the Lake District, we have the local knowledge to…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A well stocked trail centre bike shop offering premium bike hire, fast repairs and premium road and mountain bike sales. We also offer guiding and…
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Cumbria Tourism, Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL