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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.

Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Feed your soul & be guided by the most knowledgeable & friendly Lake District guides, through…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
We deliver everything you need to your accommodation, or to your designated preferred location (…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, anyone who can sit with support, wheelchair users, unsure or…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
A full day's experience learning the key skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert…
Wake District is a family-run watersports business on Lake Windermere offering wakeboarding,…
Get the most out of your time in the Lake District with a Muddy Boots private guided walk tailored…
Road biking is quite a thing here in the Lake District, but the undulating landscape can be…
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes.…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Keswick
Have you ever wanted to go down a naturally formed waterpark? Are you brave enough to jump off the Corkscrew? Do you want to get soaked from head to toe? Then Ghyll Scrambling is the activity for you!
Penrith
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Extensive gardens in woodland setting walled garden, topiary, woodland walk and lake with cascade.
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In its tree-covered steep gorge walls, you will plunge into crystal clear pools and scramble your way up rocky waterfalls.
Kendal
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of Kendal, Cumbria, in northern England.
Rayrigg 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.
Multiple
Most anglers will know me, Neil Smith, from Total-Carp magazine where I featured for over 10 years along with appearing on Carp Crew Discovery Channel. However, I have been an all round angler for the best part of 50 years and in this time worked…
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take control of the yacht or just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery unfold around you.
Windermere
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the kids keep watch for the creature. It’s a magical way to make a family walk or boat trip even more exciting. A Lake District Character – Bownessie…
ULVERSTON
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, anyone who can sit with support, wheelchair users, unsure or low confidence walkers, visually impaired people, people with auditory impairments, people with learning difficulties, people with autism, people with…
Old Hutton, Kendal
We are an outdoor activity centre for the disabled and those with special needs, this includes Adults, Families, Schools and Groups. Everyone is welcome at Bendrigg. You will be celebrated not accommodated. Our vision is for an inclusive society…
Guided adventures on ebikes, whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery in the Lake District. These adventures are guided for any skill level from beginners to expects.
Windermere
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient art of archery. We will learn a little about the history of this primitive skill and have the chance to experience how tricky it must have been for…
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…
Ambleside
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden. Her paintings of the House and garden were used to illustrate many of her tales.
Alston
The multi award winning South Tynedale Railway is situated in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Global Geopark.
Windermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
If you’re visiting the Lake District and would love something lasting, I offer relaxed outdoor family sessions. These are short, simple sessions designed to fit easily into your time here. Whether that’s a lakeside wander, a stretch of woodland, or…
Windermere
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque village buzzing with tourism. The star attraction is undoubtedly Bowness Pier, the central hub for cruises on England's largest lake, Windermere.
Ambleside
Brimstone Spa, is exclusively for residents of the Langdale Hotel, Langdale Lodges and Brimstone Hotel and is reserved for adults only, and considered is one of the best spa’s in The Lake District. It is a place to relax and revive with seven…
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