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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.
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
Upon issue of your survival kit you will be dropped into one of the densest most remote parts of…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…
Adjacent to our clay pigeon shooting site, nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate on the shores…
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all!…
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
This is a three day training event starting from Butarlyp Youth Hostel Grasmere, and partly on the…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200…
Family-friendly park with green lawns sloping down to the lakeshore. Just the place to enjoy access…
Travel in style with your own private driver to visit four of the best country pubs that surround…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
Learn the skills to undertake canoe expeditions including paddling skills and wild camping skills.…
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of…
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of…
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
We developed our bespoke canoe sailing boats to make an easily accessible boat for people with…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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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.
Coniston
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery from a Canadian Canoe. We'll tailor the day to suit your group - whether it’s a fun day of games, exploring the lake and splashing with the whole family…
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525 reviewsBackbarrow, Ulverston
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues, solve puzzles and complete the challenge before time runs out!
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797 reviewsThe Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top 5% of the darkest places in Britain. On a clear evening, we are able to see thousands of stars and constellations including the spectacular Milky Way.
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525 reviewsKirkby Lonsdale
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of exploration. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure.
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Ambleside
The more popular mountains can become busy during holiday periods, so why not avoid the crowds by making an early (or late) start and watch the sunrise from a mountain summit?
Kendal
Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William Todhunter. The Museum has a long history in Kendal Town and has occupied various sites but has been at its current location (previously a wool warehouse) since 1913.
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146 reviewsConiston
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery from a Canadian Canoe. Along the way we will stop off to try a little Bushcraft. We will cover the exciting and essential skills of how to make a fire…
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525 reviewsKendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
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41 reviewsKESWICK
To some, including the famous writer, poet and great thinker John Ruskin, Friar's Crag represents Keswick's best view.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone intending to take on an overland expedition or would like to experience the skills required to do so.
Newby Bridge
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those without. We have a wide range of adaptive and inclusive equipment to make adventures possible for our clients. Activities include accessible Canoeing,…
Penrith
The mainly 15thC remains of a castle begun by Bishop Strickland of Carlisle and developed by the Nevilles and Richard lll. Set in a municipal park opposite the railway station.
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the beautiful Lake District. Our expert, professional instructors will kit you out with all the safety kit that you need and will coach and support you as…
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1141 reviewsGive 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.
Grange-over-Sands
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses of Cartmel.
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.
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.
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
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