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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.

This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the…
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
Ghyll Scrambling, or Gorge Scrambling, is the ultimate all-weather experience! Come and get wet and…
Clay Shooting 12yrs+ and Air Rifle 8yrs+ couples or groups of 24 and 50 shots options and one hour…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
Adjacent to our clay pigeon shooting site, nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, is where our…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe…
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful…
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Play The Armitt's newest experiences - Escape Rooms in a Box. With two options to choose from -…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Have you ever wanted to go down a naturally formed waterpark? Are you brave enough to jump off the…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…


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

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Ulverston
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley. Licensed tea room, gift shop, engine shed, picnic area & playground.
Windermere
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Lake District. Travel through the breathtaking Langdale Valley before tackling the dramatic Wrynose and Hardknott Passes, where you'll have time to take in the extraordinary scenery. Our…
Keswick
Let us be your guide on a hiking adventure that will take you to some of the most beautiful and challenging peaks in the area. Our expert team will not only show you the way, but also teach you valuable map reading skills and share fascinating…
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Silloth
A museum/exhibition based on a collection of toy soldiers and related forts, guns etc. Battlefield models, Hadrian's Wall feature, historical information.
CARNFORTH
This popular beauty spot lies just on the endg edge of the beatuiful town of Kirkby Lonsdale, where Cumbria meets the Yorkshire Dales.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience that combines one-hour of 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft session.
Windermere
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with Windermere Lake Cruises self-drive boat hire. Whether you crave the quiet charm of a classic rowboat or the effortless glide of an electric motorboat, we've…
Ambleside
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer abseiling throughout the Lake District, all venues are stunningly beautiful and offer different abseil lengths so we can pick a venue to suit you best.
Coniston
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Cathedral Cavern close to Coniston provide a great venue to experience the thrill of abseiling. More Than Mountains only uses highly qualified and knowledgeable instructors who are incredibly…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200 cycling holidays across the globe (including right here in the Lake District too!)
Kendal
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. Also home to the world's oldest topiary gardens, designed by Guillaume Beaumont, retain many original features. Cafe, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.
The Lake District is one of the UK’s premier MTB destinations – with a vast network of thrilling trails guaranteed to inspire even the most seasoned of bikers! This tour showcases Skedaddle’s ultimate collection of local trails and offers a…
Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
Cartmel
Cartmel Racecourse is a truly unique location - home to Summer Jump horseracing with added delights of the funfair, local food & drink vendors, music events and family fun days! Enjoy a thrilling day out for all the family, it's the perfect Summer…
Hawkshead
Based in the heart of the Lake District adventure awaits. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for a unique activity or simply after some quality time with friends and family, Go Ape have you covered. Boasting three high ropes activities above the…
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the breathtaking Wasdale Valley—home to England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike! Surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Western Lake District, this is…
Take to the water in an unforgettable kayaking adventure on the breathtaking Wastwater! Surrounded by towering mountains and untouched natural beauty, this is your chance to explore one of the most picturesque lakes in the UK.
Lyth Valley
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds that flock to the Lake District National Park.
Various
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…
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