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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
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
Mere Mountains is a long standing local provider of activities in Cumbria and the South Lakes. …
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District.…
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
With stunning views of Lake Windermere on the private Graythwaite Estate, our course is a real gem taking in the natural landscape with instruction delivered by our qualified team. We’re stoked to teach first time drivers and improve the skills of…
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330 reviewsWe offer a range of private group experiences across the county, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today to start building your…
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46 reviewsRayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from the Windermere Jetty Museum collection. Hop aboard our 30 minute cruise to experience the peaceful calm of the lake.
Ambleside
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world class scenery coming as standard. We know loads of great routes throughout the district and to suit all abilities and expectations. This makes us well…
Keswick
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the picturesque village of Portinscale, just a 20-minute walk from Keswick.
Canyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric canyon in the heart of the Lake District. Abseil down waterfalls - test your nerve on big committing jumps - enjoy epic slides and zip-lines. This is…
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1041 reviewsEskdale Valley
Experience canoeing on one of the Lake Districts most remote and impressive lakes and take a journey on the deepest lake in England taking in the views of the Scafell Massif.
Kirkby Stephen
Package Holidays and Support Services for Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path plus bespoke Coast to Coast Cycle Routes and Packages from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay.
Learn the skills to undertake canoe expeditions including paddling skills and wild camping skills. Due to demand I am extending this course for an additional optional day. This course takes place in the beautiful English Lake District on Coniston…
Hawkshead
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,…
Newby Bridge
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those without. We have a wide range of adaptive and inclusive equipment to make adventures possible for our clients. Activities include accessible Canoeing,…
Bridge Ln, Penrith
Eden Arts is an artist-led organisation based in Eden in Cumbria. Eden Arts hosts a range of gigs, exhibitions and activities at their base in The Old Fire Station in Penrith.
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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1041 reviewsConiston
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…
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77 reviewsNewby Bridge
We developed our bespoke canoe sailing boats to make an easily accessible boat for people with mobility difficulties - but everyone loves them. Fast light and you are a solo sailer from the very start. If you want a friend or carer in the boat to…
Victoria St, Windermere
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through the Lake District National Park. A Kankku day is really special because it is a genuine off road driving experience rather than driving on a contrived…
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445 reviewsGraythwaite
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the Lake District; Grubbins Point on Windermere. From this sheltered bay on the southwest shore, we offer both instructed lessons and board hire. Stand up…
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330 reviewsNewby 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 Winderemere as…
Glenridding
We offer a wide range of land and water based activities in the Lake District including RYA sailing courses, corporate events, team building activities, youth group events, and family adventure days.
Eskdale
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with massive jumps into crystal clear waters. The pools are deep and big offering lots of swimming and scrambling along the rocky edges too.
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