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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.

An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
Let us be your guide on a hiking adventure that will take you to some of the most beautiful and…
Paddleboarding is quickly gaining popularity as a new paddle sport in the UK, and there’s no better…
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
Whether you're planning a car free stay, would like to explore the areas stunning scenery &…
Based in the heart of the Lake District adventure awaits. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe…
Our northernmost pier at Ambleside (Waterhead) is set in a beautiful location with arguably the…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy…
Tranquilly paddle along a beautiful, tree-lined river with the steam train passing on the shoreline…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding…
Natural, relaxed Lake District photographer for couples and families. Capturing real moments and…
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District.…
We all have our own personal Mount Everest, climbing is one way to conquer yours. Rock Climbing…
We deliver everything you need to your accommodation, or to your designated preferred location (…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…


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

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Coniston
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft. You can choose from three routes: Mountain cruise, Heart of the Lake cruise or the Full Lake cruise.
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.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
Kendal
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of Kendal, Cumbria, in northern England.
Borrowdale, Keswick
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the only one of its type in England.
Grasmere
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William Wordsworth, one of England’s most famous poets. Step back 200 years and experience the sights, sounds and smells of family life at Dove Cottage.
20 St Lukes Rd, Kirkby Stephen
Enjoy an excellent introduction to the charms of the English Lake District on the official Cumbria Way Walking Holiday.
Windermere
Adventuring provides outdoor activities such as rock climbing and the ever-popular Ghyll Scrambling (climbing waterfalls) around the Lake District under safe instructions from local, expert mountain leaders in a way that is enjoyable, exhilarating,…
Whether you would like to rent an Electric Bike or join a Bike Tour or Holiday, we organise everything and provide self-guided tours with tailored routes to suite you.
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
Newby Bridge
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die for, this is thriving not just surviving!
Windermere
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of equipment, is a great location for waterskiing, wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking/canoeing and boat hire.
Ullswater
Exploring at the speed of the e-bike means you’ll experience a huge variety of off-road riding, all at a manageable level, this includes rocky tracks, tricky descents, rewarding climbs, exciting stream crossings and fun singletrack traverses, with…
Newby Bridge
Spend a full day in the Cumbrian wilderness on our bushcraft course honing the key survival skill of making fire, and creating your own friction fire lighting kit (bow drill).
Lakeside
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you can visit the station tea room, gift shop, woodland playground, picnic area and engine shed. Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from…
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful planning and consideration for the natural landscape, we’ve designed the Lake District’s only off-road course with BORDA (British Off Road Driving…
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Natural, relaxed Lake District photographer for couples and families. Capturing real moments and beautiful landscapes with a calm, easy-going approach across Cumbria.
Windermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
Archery Tag by Genuine Adventures mixes archery and dodgeball with foam-tipped arrows for safe, thrilling fun. Tailored for all ages in the Lake District, it’s perfect for groups, led by expert instructors.
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