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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.
350 years of social history and Quaker stories are brought to life in more than 40 vibrant…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the…
Nestled on the peaceful western shore of Lake Windermere, Wray Pier offers a tranquil entry point…
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
Travel in style with your own private driver to visit four of the best country pubs that surround…
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery…
A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with…
Explore the National Park’s lesser visited places on this gentle self-guided holiday, perfect for…
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging…
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents…
We train people to undertake expeditions, and also run expeditions across the UK, but mostly in the…
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
With stunning views of Lake Windermere on the private Graythwaite Estate, our course is a real gem…
Outdoor provider based in the Lake District. Rob Green Guiding offers fantastic outdoor experiences…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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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!
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543 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.
Windermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
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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165 reviewsMaryport
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays of local and tropical marine life include a free round of crazy golf! Cafe, Gift Shop, Bait & Tackle store, Radio control boats, Adventure Playground.
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474 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…
Newby Bridge
A full day's experience learning the key skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, such as firelighting, shelter building and more.
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56 reviewsNewby Bridge
Upon issue of your survival kit you will be dropped into one of the densest most remote parts of our woodland. No phone signal, no comfortable fixed camp and no tarp or tent. You must source all your water, food, firewood and shelter and survive a…
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56 reviewsUlverston
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme temperatures required to transform sand into glass and learn some of the 2000 year old skills first developed by the ancient Romans. During this…
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227 reviewsAmbleside
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just what you’re looking for! You’ll be scaling rocks to reach the summit, learning new skills along the way and enjoying those hard earned views at the top.
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.
Kendal
Carus Green Golf Club is based on the edge of the English Lake District and has become popular due to it’s PGA Golf Course and other fantastic features.
Penrith
An unrivalled range of 1,2 and 3 day courses in the Arts, Crafts, Heritage skills, Baking, Textiles, Raku pottery, Wood /Stone carving, Willow & Wire, Ceramics, Glass, Silver and much much more.
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.
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4554 reviewsWindermere
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all! This experience includes fire lighting using natural materials and sparks along with how to build a shelter with materials provided by nature in our…
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56 reviewsKeswick
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come along on our intermediate navigation course to find out how.
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79 reviewsHawkshead
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children either on their own or families together make three delicious chocolate creations and best of all everything they make is theirs to take home,…
Kendal
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging from the 1700's to the present. In our refreshed collection galleries discover the stories of our extraordinary collection pieces and the people…
Hawkshead
There is a charge for parking but National Trust members park free.
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
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