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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
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Guided Rock Climbing by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District offers tailored, safe ascents for…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Nenthead
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our feet and experience the skill and workmanship demonstrated by these men, is indeed a privilege.
Kendal
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of climbing throughout the fells.
We have developed a range of venues that make it easier to access rock climbing for people with additional needs.
Tranquilly paddle along a beautiful, tree-lined river with the steam train passing on the shoreline and the current tugging gently from below towards the sea contrasts with the open lake exposed to the wind and waves, with vast vistas of the Lake…
Windermere
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes, mountains, caves, waterfalls, rivers and streams. An ideal activity for those with an adventurous nature and passion for the outdoors. The tour is customer…
Kirkby 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.
Hawkshead, 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…
Newby 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 Windermere as…
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!
Sedgwick, Kendal
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of farm animals, outdoor play area, and lots more fun for all the family. We have regular meet the animals activities and tractor rides through out 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…
Carlisle
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as you tour the north Cumbrian landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy wonderful scenery along the Wall route.
Bassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
Ambleside
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.
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!
Have 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…
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?
Appleby-in-Westmorland
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge yourself. As you look at the rock face the height and apparent blankness of the rock is what first strikes you, but when you get up close you realise the…
Bassenthwaite
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This experience is the perfect way to meet our Tapirs, Meerkats, and Ring-Tailed Lemurs!
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