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Because the Lake District, Cumbria is a destination for the whole family, so our menu of activities is broad enough to satisfy every interest and ability. From farm experiences to taking to the water in a kayak, we have exactly what it takes to keep the whole family happy.
A trip to the World of Beatrix Potter? What about some quad biking, Go-Karting or a family trip aboard segways? Amp up the thrill factor at Go Ape in Grizedale Forest and Whinlatter, or test your mettle at the Infinity Bridge at Honister Slate Mine. Or how about getting all Willy Wonka with a visit to the Children’s Chocolate Factory in Hawkshead?
For the less sunny days, there are lots of indoor activities to keep the family happy, including swimming pools, museums, theatres and art galleries.
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There is always loads to do in the Lake District, Cumbria whatever the weather. Here are some all-weather attractions to keep the whole family entertained.
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Windermere
With our incredible Adventure Playground, mini golf, boat hire, and thrilling activities like Zip World and Go Wild, there’s plenty to keep children of all ages entertained.
Penrith
A flexible space for getting together or enjoying time alone with a book or notepad; a place where stories are told, ideas are sparked and the Cumbrian landscape is a constant source of inspiration.
Coniston
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock climbing, it is a great way to ascend a mountain taking on the challenge of using your hands and feet to climb steeper sections of rocky terrain. As the…
Keswick
This one day introduction to map reading and navigation is suitable for anyone who would like to plan and follow a route from a map.
Lake Rd, Keswick
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to nine of its own productions of classic, modern and new plays and has won multi-starred reviews.
Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Silloth
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.
Coniston
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Catherdral Cavern close to Coniston provide a great venue to experience the thrill of abseiling. More Than Mountains only uses highly qualified and knowledgeable instrutors who are incredibly…
Throughout Cumbria
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills and mountains of the English Lake District. We specialise in designing bespoke days out that are tailored to meet your goals and aspirations.
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.
Ambleside
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and taking every opportunity to jump into crystal clear plunge pools. This is next level fun and the bonus is this can be enjoyed just as much when it’s…
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
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.
Kirkby Lonsdale
Abseiling is a classic outdoor adventure challenge, which anyone can enjoy. You don’t need experience to enter this vertical world, just a desire to overcome a natural fear of heights and a “give it a go” attitude. The feeling of achievement when…
Keswick
Residential outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities, including those with the most complex needs. It’s what you can do that counts!
Bassenthwaite
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display on the park your experience will begin. Our falconer will teach you how to recall and hold the birds and we start with an owl. Following this we move…
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.
Ulverston
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun action game played outside in the fresh air by all ages from age 6 upwards. Our forest Laser Tag is ‘no-impact’ (unlike Paintball) and it’s suitable for…
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.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
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