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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.
…Or should that guide be a “B-W”? Our team has put together this guide to Cumbria’s best-known lakes, how to find them; and what to look for when you get there.
Mere Mountains is a long standing local provider of activities in Cumbria and the South Lakes. …
Is jumping from height into water your thing? There are jumps galore along with swimming across…
The abseil is around 100-120 feet and you also get to have an explore around Hodge Close Quarry.…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues,…
Joint adventures is based in Coniston operating throughout The Lake District. We operate all over. …
Golf Lake District is a new Golf tourism business that is promoting Golf courses and Hotels in the…
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive…
Want something fun and a little bit different this holiday? Try something new and exciting in the…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike…
Hassness Country House is beautifully located in its own grounds on the shores of Buttermere. At…
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here in Lake District and there is now a rich…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Founded in 1996, Contours Holidays specialises in organising self-guided walking, trail running and…
We offer a wide range of land and water based activities in the Lake District including RYA sailing…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
Spend an action packed day learning the essential skills needed to successfully survive and thrive…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Ambleside, including ghyll scrambling,…
Challenge yourself and have a go at Rock Climbing. We have a variety of options available to you…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Whether you see yourself as an aviation enthusiast or simply a curious explorer, Solway Aviation…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Various Locations in the Lakes
Mere Mountains is a long standing local provider of activities in Cumbria and the South Lakes. Whether you are looking for your family, school, youth group or friends we provide high quality outdoor experiences to suit almost anyone. Our Land Based…
Eskdale
Is jumping from height into water your thing? There are jumps galore along with swimming across pools and scrambling up rocks. It's set in a beautiful area and you will really immerse yourself in the surrounding scenery - literally! If you're…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe and reach 9 summits in one day? Whatever it is that you have always wanted to do, you can hire one of our fully qualified and insured mountain…
Langdale
The abseil is around 100-120 feet and you also get to have an explore around Hodge Close Quarry. It's a fascinating site to look around. Be prepared for a short, steep walk out the quarry on loose rock. There is a limited free parking area right…
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Newby Bridge
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language and a hands-on approach you and your fellow crew will do the vast majority of the tasks that make the boat work.
Backbarrow, Ulverston
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues, solve puzzles and complete the challenge before time runs out!
Rydal
Lakeland adventure that transforms into wellness.
Newby 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…
Unit 2 Lake Rd, Coniston
Joint adventures is based in Coniston operating throughout The Lake District. We operate all over. Activities include Gorge scrambling and Canyoning, Kayaking and Canoeing, Raft Building, Abseiling, Archery, Bushcraft, Hill Walking, Orienteering…
Milnthorpe
Golf Lake District is a new Golf tourism business that is promoting Golf courses and Hotels in the Cumbria area. Tailor made packages will be put in place for all customers so they can enjoy Cumbria Golf to its full potential. Our knowledgable…
Kentmere
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive Art Courses for adults and young people. Courses run for 3-5 days in the beautiful Kentmere valley.
Cumbria
As well as beautiful scenery, the Lake District is also famous for its associations with a large number of poets, novelists and essayists. This lovely, 36-mile walk takes you through some of the Lake District’s best-loved areas, visiting many of the…
Windermere
Want something fun and a little bit different this holiday? Try something new and exciting in the adventure playground of the Lake District. Take it at your own pace and make your time with us as action packed or relaxing as you want.
Graythwaite
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 paddleboard hire.…
Troutbeck, Penrith
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike Safaris. Experience cycling through the Cumbrian countryside, visiting all the attractions and having the comfort of the electric assistance.
Cockermouth
Hassness Country House is beautifully located in its own grounds on the shores of Buttermere. At Ramblers Walking Holidays, we offer many walking holidays based at Hassness – it is a welcoming retreat from which to venture into the fells as gently…
Kendal
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here in Lake District and there is now a rich heritage of climbing throughout the fells. We have developed a range of venues that make it easier to access rock climbing for people with additional needs.
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