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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.
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes.…
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
We offer a variety of Bushcraft experiences that will delight and inspire the youngest to the…
A full day's experience learning the key skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert…
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Staveley
You might think rainforests only exist in far-flung locations, but we have them here in Cumbria, too. Join us at Staveley Woodlands to spot tell-tale signs that we're actually exploring a fragment of an ancient, lost world.
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…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Sublime Symmetry is an exhibition featuring 60 pots, tiles and vases from the De Morgan Collection, including examples of De Morgan's Middle Eastern-inspired designs and glistening lustreware.
Lake District
Explore the wonderful high fells of the English Lake District. You will be guided by an expert mountain leader and supported to develop confidence and skills to enjoy more challenging and exposed walks.
Graythwaite
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the Lake District; Grubbins Point on Windermere. From this sheltered bay on the southwest shore, we offer both instructed lessons and kayak hire. Journeying…
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372 reviewsAmbleside
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone Hotel and is reserved for adults only, and considered is one of the best spa’s in The Lake District. It is a place to relax and revive with seven…
AMBLESIDE
Rydal Cave is a large cavern on the north side of Loughrigg Fell, above Rydal Water. This famous lakeland beauty spot is actually man-made, as a result of slate quarrying.
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…
Cumbria
At Contours Holidays, we think that the Bob Graham Round is simply too good a route to be restricted to elite fell runners, so we’ve turned it into an awesome walking holiday by extending the route slightly, so that each day ends in a village with…
Windermere
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and fascinating Lake District stories. Daily guided tours for scenery, Beatrix Potter, William Wordsworth and out to Haworth and the Brontë sisters.
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600 reviewsAmbleside
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden. Her paintings of the House and garden were used to illustrate many of her tales.
Greystoke
Greystoke Castle, a 12th-century gem in the Cumbrian countryside, offers 800 years of history, including connections to Catherine Howard and Tarzan. Explore its grand halls, Tarzan Trails, and seasonal events, then relax at the Butler’s Pantry café.…
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…
Oxenholme Road, Kendal
Walkers, cyclists, trekkers and mountaineers have trusted Cicerone for nearly fifty years to ensure they have a great time on the hill, trek, walk or ride.
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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525 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…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket loads of fun inside and out! With activities galore, delicious homemade food, a bit of retail therapy in the gift shop, and – best of all – the chance…
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574 reviewsBridge Ln, Penrith
Based in Cumbria, Eden Arts are an artist led company dedicated to creating and facilitating change through culture and arts activities.
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…
Appleby-in-Westmorland
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?
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