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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.
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging…
Carus Green Golf Club is based on the edge of the English Lake District and has become popular due…
Challenge yourself - have a go at Rock Climbing. The Lake District is famous for its climbing,…
Ghyll Scrambling, or Gorge Scrambling, is the ultimate all-weather experience! Come and get wet and…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
Residential outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities, including those with the most…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our…
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes,…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
The Lake District is one of the UK’s premier MTB destinations – with a vast network of thrilling…
Outdoor provider based in the Lake District. Rob Green Guiding offers fantastic outdoor experiences…
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery…
You might think rainforests only exist in far-flung locations, but we have them here in Cumbria,…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Cumbria
The Cumbria Way runs through the heart of the Lake District, from the attractive market town of Ulverston on the shores of Morecambe Bay, to the historic city of Carlisle close to the Scottish Border, passing through some of the finest scenery of…
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone intending to take on an overland expedition or would like to experience the skills required to do so.
Ambleside
Biketreks Grizedale is a bike hire centre and shop in Grizedale Forest, offering mountain bike and E-Bike hire all year round. Our shop stocks a wide range of clothing, accessories and new and ex-hire bikes.
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3 reviewsAppleby-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…
Carlisle
Standing proudly in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory. Today's highlights include the Prisoners' beautiful carvings, the exhibition and wall walk.
If you have a head for heights or wish to take yourself out of your comfort zone, why not challenge yourself to go over the edge? We offer abseiling and climbing experiences to give you a unique perspective from real rock faces.
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46 reviewsConiston
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 reviewsBassenthwaite
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…
Accessible Canoeing in the Lake District - Open to everyone - A Full Day with lunch.
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…
Cumbria
Mountain passes have been important thoroughfares in the Lake District ever since people needed to travel from one valley to another, because the distance around the mountains was usually very long. This scenic and atmospheric walk follows these old…
Braithwaite
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across Bassenthwaite Lake, Derwentwater and Keswick. Located in the North West of the Lake District, you'll find us in the heart of it. It plays host to two of our…
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256 reviewsKeswick
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?
Will you have the courage to lean back over the edge and abseil down a vertical wall of rock? Come and try abseiling in the Lake District with us. Don't worry - our expert, professional instructors will give you all the coaching and encouragement…
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1043 reviewsLangdale
The abseil is around 100-120 feet and you also get to have an explore around Hodge Close Quarry. It's a fascinating site to look around. Be prepared for a short, steep walk out the quarry on loose rock. There is a limited free parking area right…
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1053 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,…
Staveley
The beer hall is the Brewery Tap, sampling room, visitors centre and beer shop. it is a fully licensed bar which looks down onto the brew house.
Windermere
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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54 reviewsPenrith
The mainly 15thC remains of a castle begun by Bishop Strickland of Carlisle and developed by the Nevilles and Richard lll. Set in a municipal park opposite the railway station.
Cumbria Wildlife Trust looks after lots of hidden and special places thriving with wildlife around the county. We run events at our nature reserves and in other unusual places, and cater for individuals and families. Events run all year round.
Newby Bridge
A half day's experience learning the core skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, including fire, shelter, water sourcing and more.
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54 reviewsReceive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
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