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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.

From short walks along valley bottoms or around lake shores, to lesser known mountain routes on the…
Join Bowness Bay Brewing in Kendal for a brewery adventure! Immerse yourself in the magic of…
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Take on some of the Lake District’s most notorious mountain roads on this challenging route -…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the…
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Tackle a sightseeing tour or cycle across the country from coast to coast, exploring Britain along…
A half day's experience learning the core skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert…
Guided Rock Climbing by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District offers tailored, safe ascents for…
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that…
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track…
Guided Fell Walks by Genuine Adventures explore the Lake District’s fells with expert-led, tailored…
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…


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

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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.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Windermere
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite lunch or afternoon tea options and a hand-selected spa treatment; enjoy unpretentious luxury in a unique setting.
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.
Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Borrowdale, Keswick
Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports and Borrowdale, close to Keswick is the perfect place to have your first experience of outdoor rock climbing as it is close to where some of the first ever rock climbs were completed. There are…
Throughout Cumbria
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills and mountains of the English Lake District. We specialise in designing bespoke days out that are tailored to meet your goals and aspirations.
Kirkby Lonsdale
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of exploration. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure.
Nr Kendal
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part day packages
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.
Bassenthwaite
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…
Penrith
Imagine coming to a ruined castle, walking through its gardens and into the woodlands and stumbling across one of the largest adventure playgrounds in the country. When you do this at Lowther, you have found the lost castle.
Keswick
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come along on our intermediate navigation course to find out how.
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.
Hawkshead, Ambleside
Situated in the quaint Lake District Village of Hawkshead, the boys Grammar School gives insight into school life ever since it opened in 1585. William Wordsworth also attended the school from age 9 to 17 with his brothers.
Kendal
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various types of alpaca experiences for people of all ages and abilities.
Staveley
You might think rainforests only exist in far-flung locations, but we have them here in Cumbria, too. Join us at Staveley Woodlands to spot tell-tale signs that we're actually exploring a fragment of an ancient, lost world.
Grange-over-Sands
Opening for the 2024 season, new E-bike hire service - we are trialling a new active travel hub at the station and will be offering mobility scooter and E-bike hire as part of the Electric Bike Network.
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.
Cumbria
Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on foot. With flexible itineraries to suit any pace, reliable daily luggage transfers and comfortable accommodation, our holidays provide complete peace…
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