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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.

Guided Rock Climbing by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District offers tailored, safe ascents for…
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. The Hall is regarded as the…
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Lake District. Travel through the…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Want to be a navigation ninja? South Lakes Adventures offers navigation skills sessions tailored to…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the…
Abbot Hall is one of Britain’s preeminent small art galleries, set in a Grade I listed Georgian…
You might think rainforests only exist in far-flung locations, but we have them here in Cumbria,…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set…
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination…
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the…
Canyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric…
Guided adventures on ebikes, whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery in the Lake District. These…
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the…
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
Looking for a fun way to boost your kids’ cycling confidence? Maybe you’re a family who have…
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take…
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive…


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

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Ghyll Scrambling, or Gorge Scrambling, is the ultimate all-weather experience! Come and get wet and enjoy an atmospheric trip up a mountain river. Climb up waterfalls, scramble over rocks, jump into crystal clear plunge-pools, enjoy natural slides…
Windermere
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the stunning backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This tour takes you deep into Herriot country, where you’ll discover the charming villages and…
Penrith
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal and culinary herb collection and orchards, woodland walks to a restored watermill.
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
The UK’s most popular place to place adventure kicks off by heading into the Lake District – enabling you the chance to take in some of the highlights of the National Park as part of the journey. As part of this you’ll enjoy riding past the…
Kendal
CancerCare is a local, independent charity that provides support to adults and children affected by cancer and bereavement.Our events calendar has something for everyone, from our iconic Bay Walks to dog shows, skydives and family fun days.
Borrowdale, KESWICK
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery with our Infinity Bridge… so named because you are often unable to see the other end! Strung across a breathtaking gorge high up on the mountain, 2,000…
Bassenthwaite
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and endangered species like Gibbons and Asian Fishing Cats, plus family favourites like lemurs and Meerkats. A great day out for all the family.
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
Cumbria
At Contours Holidays, we think that the Bob Graham Round is simply too good a route to be restricted to elite fell runners, so we’ve turned it into an awesome walking holiday by extending the route slightly, so that each day ends in a village with…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a challenging and rewarding activity, especially if you have a healthy fear of heights!
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…
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.
Ambleside
Our northernmost pier at Ambleside (Waterhead) is set in a beautiful location with arguably the best views of the Lake District Fells from the water.
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
Market St, Carlisle
A relaxed and easy walking tour around the heart of the historic city of Carlisle. Discover some surprising stories and gruesome facts about Carlisle’s 2000 year history.
Hawkshead
Grizedale Observatory and planetarium for stargazing under the dark skies of the Lake District. Nestled deep within the breathtaking Grizedale Forest in the heart of the Lake District, this immersive stargazing experience invites the whole family to…
From the quiet shores of Windermere to the scenic trails around Derwentwater, Outdooractive helps you make the most of every adventure in the Lakes. Plan, navigate, and record your walks, hikes, and cycling routes — whether it’s a family-friendly…
Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
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…
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