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Cumbria and the Lake District are England’s adventure playgrounds, with an almost inexhaustible list of activities to test your mind and muscle. From walking to abseiling, zorbing to kayaking, this is the place to be for an action-packed adventure holiday. We’ll cater not just to the adventure activities you want to do, but we can also show you a bunch of others that you didn’t realise you wanted to try!
Home to England’s highest mountain and its largest and deepest lakes, the Lake District’s unique landscape is the best natural outdoor terrain for all kinds of adventure activities of both the dry and wet kind. One moment you could be flying through the trees on a zipwire in Grizedale Forest, the next you’re trying to stay dry on a paddleboard on Lake Windermere. It’s just as easy to play a round of golf with a dramatic mountain backdrop as it is to wade into a fast-flowing stream for a spot of wild water fishing. And how about scaling some rocks…did you know that the Lake District, Cumbria was the birthplace of modern rock climbing?
Adventure Inspiration
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Get the most out of your time in the Lake District with a Muddy Boots private guided walk tailored to your requirements!
Ullswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
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?
Penrith
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of Lowther Castle. The venture coincides with the launch on the Lowther Estate of a network of dedicated cycling and walking trails. This will enable…
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128 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
Our reality-based 2 day survival training course will give you the skills to be self-sufficient in any wilderness environment. Immerse yourself in the challenge.
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57 reviewsNewby Bridge
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die for, this is thriving not just surviving!
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57 reviewsWindermere
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf, lakes to rivers, adults to children.
Newby Bridge
Join us for a half-day guided woodland walk in the South Lakes, learning some bushcraft essentials on the way. An enjoyable morning to be had by the whole family!
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57 reviewsHawkshead, Lake Windermere
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful planning and consideration for the natural landscape, we’ve designed the Lake District’s only off-road course with BORDA (British Off Road Driving…
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377 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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57 reviewsCapture your family’s memories in the Lake District with Adventure Family Photography Sessions. Relaxed, fun, and authentic — perfect for treasuring forever. Book now and let your kids lead the adventure!
Ambleside
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the day/session to suit you. We typically use easy to access climbing venues and also provide all technical and safety equipment.
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337 reviewsGrange-over-Sands
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses of Cartmel.
Nr Kendal
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
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70 reviewsAmbleside
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland holiday! These days aim to blend rock climbing, rock scrambling and abseiling to give a varied and always fun experience in beautiful locations.
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337 reviewsCanyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric canyon in the heart of the Lake District. Abseil down waterfalls - test your nerve on big committing jumps - enjoy epic slides and zip-lines. This is…
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1142 reviewsAmbleside
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping into crystal clear pools of deep water, sliding into pools, wild swimming, and scrambling - all in the most beautiful of settings.
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337 reviewsWe offer a variety of Bushcraft experiences that will delight and inspire the youngest to the oldest adventurer. With survival at its core, we explore this ancient art and follow in the footsteps of our ancestors.
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526 reviewsSilloth
Silloth on Solway Golf Club is a beautiful links golf course situated on the shores of the Solway Firth in North West Cumbria. Silloth is highly rated and is listed in the top 50 golf courses in Britain and Ireland.
Penrith
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery & landmarks by cycle, or would like an exclusive guided day out, simply select what you require & we will deliver everything directly to your accommodation.…
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