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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.
We specialise in running relaxed sessions in a fun and informative environment. Following an…
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with…
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track…
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone…
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf,…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
If you are looking for something exciting and adventurous to do whilst in the Lake District then…
Stickle Ghyll is a fantastic ascent of a gorge in the Langdale valley. The location is stunning and…
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes.…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Windermere, including ghyll scrambling,…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
Ghyll scrambling is basically ascending a ghyll (a mountain stream). We have multiple stunning…
Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
Looking for a fun way to boost your kids’ cycling confidence? Maybe you’re a family who have…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
Rock climbing has increased in popularity recently, particularly since its introduction at the…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket loads of fun inside and out! With activities galore, delicious homemade food, a bit of retail therapy in the gift shop, and – best of all – the chance…
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523 reviewsOur ghyll scrambling, gorge walking & canyoning experiences around Coniston suit most fitness levels. Experience exhilarating waterfalls, canyons, and water challenges on our guided private sessions.
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46 reviewsHawkshead
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children either on their own or families together make three delicious chocolate creations and best of all everything they make is theirs to take home,…
Give 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.
Hawkshead
There is a charge for parking but National Trust members park free.
Bowness-on-Windermere
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the beauty and attention to detail in the design and the way the garden evokes the atmosphere of the Peter Rabbit stories.
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Our holidays are car-free, with walks starting right from your hotel door and returning you there at the end of the day. Sharing these special places with a small group of like-minded walkers can be one of life’s great pleasures, and great…
Ghyll Scrambling, or Gorge Scrambling, is the ultimate all-weather experience! Come and get wet and enjoy an atmospheric trip up a mountain river. Climb up waterfalls, scramble over rocks, jump into crystal clear plunge-pools, enjoy natural slides…
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1043 reviewsCartmel
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the beautiful grounds that surround Cartmel Racecourse and The Holker Estate.
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770 reviewsKeswick
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.
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77 reviewsUllswater
Exploring at the speed of the e-bike means you’ll experience a huge variety of off-road riding, all at a manageable level, this includes rocky tracks, tricky descents, rewarding climbs, exciting stream crossings and fun singletrack traverses, with…
Barrow-in-Furness
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. The museum is a great day out for all with a popular playground, attractive Channelside walks, cafe…
Cockermouth
A unique and special cafe experience on board the replica Orient Express train and restored station buildings, with a level-access path along the former platform and through woodland teeming with wildlife. Serving interesting and fresh cafe food,…
Kendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
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38 reviewsStaveley
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 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
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…
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77 reviewsAppleby-in-Westmorland
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure. The experience is incredibly…
Ambleside
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.
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed specifically for families with children. If your kids love splashing about in water or you want them to build water confidence then this is the activity…
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