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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.

Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the…
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Lake District. Travel through the…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Sail Windermere with us, feel the wind ruffle your hair, and then the surge of the boat as the…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided…
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south…
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company…
Our Lake District E-Bike tours are designed to suit all fitness levels (age 14+ years), for leisure…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
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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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…
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.
20 St Lukes Rd, Kirkby Stephen
Expertly Crafted Running Holidays – As specialists in the Alfred Wainwright Coast to Coast, we use our expertise to create seamless running itineraries.
Keswick
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.
Grange-over-Sands
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's ideal for those who love this special nature reserve and want to see something new, as well as those who haven't visited before and would like exclusive…
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.
Cockermouth
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake Station offers a unique place to enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch aboard the replica Orient Express train, right here in the Lake District.
Kendal
Abbot Hall is one of Britain’s preeminent small art galleries, set in a Grade I listed Georgian building on the banks of the River Kent in Kendal. The gallery holds an outstanding collection of 18th-21st century art and hosts exhibitions. The…
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.
Cumbria
Tackle a sightseeing tour or cycle across the country from coast to coast, exploring Britain along the best roads and bridleways. Whether you’re a lone cyclist looking to really travel or a family eager to get out into the countryside together,…
Cockermouth
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and interesting topics for guests to explore. These are very popular and seats should be reserved in advance through the website.
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…
Guided Rock Climbing by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District offers tailored, safe ascents for all levels with expert instructors, using the region’s crags for an unforgettable outdoor challenge.
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…
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…
Penrith
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes.
Coniston
SUP Paddleboarding by Genuine Adventures offers a serene glide across Lake District waters, guided by experts for all ages, with gear provided for a tailored, scenic adventure.
The cliffs at St Bees (named after St Bega) are dramatic, composed of striking red sandstone some over 300ft high. There is an RSPB nature reserve.
Wasdale
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
Penrith
Master the 'Art of Nordic Walking' with our , Nicky Merrett, AKA Nordic Nic, or Sean Bolland our new expert instructor. Both Nicky & Sean are qualified instructors with British Nordic Walking. They will take you through the ‘10 Steps to Nordic…
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