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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
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Guided Rock Climbing by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District offers tailored, safe ascents for…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
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…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Go Ape’s hub in…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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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…
Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
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?
Bampton, Penrith
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the RSPB's Badger Hide at Wild Haweswater. As the sun sets over Haweswater, the woodland residents emerge for their nightly foraging escapades. The…
Newby Bridge
Pack your clothes along with your sense of adventure and escape for a couple of days to the woods on this fully catered, immersive experience, with some wild camping accommodation thrown in. You may be learning some survival skills, but don’t be…
Get the most out of your time in the Lake District with a Muddy Boots private guided walk tailored to your requirements!
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, Anyone who can sit with support, Users of Wheelchairs, Unsure or low confidence walkers, All people with visual impairments, People with Auditory impairments, People with learning difficulties, People with…
Barrow-in-Furness
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track wildlife across the reserve using different equipment and techniques, with the help of our expert guides.
Kendal
Photography tours and workshops under the guidance of Amy Bateman, British Life Photographer of the Year and Forty Farms Creator. Enjoy photographing Lakeland Farm life and subjects ordinarily out of reach.
Ulverston
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…
Ullswater
We all have our own personal Mount Everest, climbing is one way to conquer yours. Rock Climbing whether indoors or outdoors is a great group or family activity. With the opportunity for learning the basic skills and looking after each others safety…
Bowness-on-Windermere
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never looked at a map or would like to learn more about planning and following a route using paths and tracks then this is the course for you.
Coniston
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain streams, with jumps, slides, and stunning views, guided by experts for all skill levels.
The Lake District National Park provides a wealth of walking opportunities and offers something for everyone. We offer guided walks up England’s largest mountain - Scafell Pike and famous Lake Districts classic scrambles such as Striding Edge…
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.
Keswick
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive exhibits to amaze the whole family, young and old! Do you believe your eyes?
Keswick
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a wet decent of a Lakeland mountain stream, We are based just twenty minutes walk away from the top of the ghyll which means the only thing getting soaked…
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.
Challenge yourself - have a go at Rock Climbing. The Lake District is famous for its climbing, offering a huge variety of options to suit everyone. Whatever your level, our qualified and experienced instructors will be there to coach you and show…
Newby 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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