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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.

Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the…
Want to be a navigation ninja? South Lakes Adventures offers navigation skills sessions tailored to…
Cumbria Wildlife Trust looks after lots of hidden and special places thriving with wildlife around…
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part…
The Lake District Calvert Trust is a unique outdoor adventure centre dedicated to providing…
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games…
The Lake District is one of the UK’s premier MTB destinations – with a vast network of thrilling…
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet…
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake…
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with…
Sit back, relax, and get ready to be amazed as you journey through the breathtaking landscapes of…
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues,…
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William…
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Sizergh boasts 800 years of family history, and is filled with thousands of fascinating items…
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here in Lake District and there is now a rich…
From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks,…
Archery Tag by Genuine Adventures mixes archery and dodgeball with foam-tipped arrows for safe,…
Guided adventures on ebikes, whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery in the Lake District. These…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Unique, immersive spa on the edge of the Lake District with 14 nature‑inspired thermal experiences…


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

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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…
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.
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.
S-Cape UK creates authentic and immersive adventure travel experiences across the UK including many self-guided hiking and cycling trips in Cumbria. With over 26 years of experience, we are pioneers in self-guided walking, hiking, and cycling tours.…
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…
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.
Penrith
Start your navigation journey with Hiking Highs, from the very beginning, the first time you have opened your paper map, to the technical contour only courses, our team are experienced navigation coaches... have fun, see the map with 3 dimensional…
At Cumbria Wildlife Trust our staff are connecting people to nature with the aim of improving our health through Wild Wellbeing Days. The days focus on the 5 Ways of Wellbeing: Connect, Give, Learn, Be Active and Take Notice –designed to improve…
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…
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
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…
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.
Keswick
Hiring a boat is the perfect way to get out & explore Derwent Water. Choose from our huge selection of crafts to hire - go Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing or a Pedalo.
Book local guide - Emma Seery - to take you on a guided hike into the high peaks and hidden corners of the Lake District. Great days in the great outdoors for people of all experience.
Ambleside
Wray Pier offers a peaceful escape on Windermere’s western shore, giving visitors the chance to explore this tranquil corner of the lake by boat.
Windermere Lake Cruises offers sight-seeing tours every day except Christmas Day.
Victoria St, Windermere
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through the Lake District National Park. A Kankku day is really special because it is a genuine off road driving experience rather than driving on a contrived…
Windermere
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72 hours surviving in our private woodland learning a wealth of skills and knowledge that will enable you to thrive in this stunning habitat.
Carlisle
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events, family activities, refreshments or simply a moment of peace - a warm welcome awaits.
Will you have the courage to lean back over the edge and abseil down a vertical wall of rock? Come and try abseiling in the Lake District with us. Don't worry - our expert, professional instructors will give you all the coaching and encouragement…
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.
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