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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.
This is a three day training event starting from Butarlyp Youth Hostel Grasmere, and partly on the…
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
Join Bowness Bay Brewing in Kendal for a brewery adventure! Immerse yourself in the magic of…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
Our reality-based 2 day survival training course will give you the skills to be self-sufficient in…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Explore the National Park’s lesser visited places on this gentle self-guided holiday, perfect for…
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable…
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of…
This experience is all about learning the ropes, stick and flappy bits with straight-up language…
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Steam from the lake shore of Windermere along the heritage track to Haverthwaite Station, where you…
Get ready for an experience on the water you'll never forget! We offer a range of options for…
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite…
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal…
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone…
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Ambleside
The more popular mountains can become busy during holiday periods, so why not avoid the crowds by making an early (or late) start and watch the sunrise from a mountain summit?
Nr Kendal
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
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65 reviewsKeswick
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.
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77 reviewsDiscover the secret places of the Lake District only accessible by kayak, just waiting for you to discover. Take a sunset paddle with a picnic dinner or journey to a sheltered hidden bay for a lunch, kayaking is as relaxing or demanding as you like.…
Windermere
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf, lakes to rivers, adults to children.
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.
Get ready for an experience on the water you'll never forget! We offer a range of options for kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding (SUP) in Coniston. Get in touch today to build your own custom experience.
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46 reviewsNewby Bridge
A half day's experience learning the core skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, including fire, shelter, water sourcing and more.
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54 reviewsWe offer a range of private group experiences near Kendal, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today to start building your unique…
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46 reviewsBoot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
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…
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1051 reviewsCockermouth
A unique and special cafe experience on board the replica Orient Express train and restored station buildings, with a level-access path along the former platform and through woodland teeming with wildlife. Serving interesting and fresh cafe food,…
Wasdale
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
CARLISLE
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal gardens, riverside walks, a children’s play area and splash park, running routes and sports facilities.
Ravenglass
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of prey flying displays daily from Easter to Christmas plus the wild heron feed daily year-round.
Penrith
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of Lowther Castle. The venture coincides with the launch on the Lowther Estate of a network of dedicated cycling and walking trails. This will enable…
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111 reviewsNr Kendal
Archery 8yrs+ Axe throwing 12yrs+ and Crossbow 12yrs+. Book as single activities or as part of our part day and full day packages. Couples and groups bookings available.
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65 reviewsConiston
Enjoy a guided tour around the magnificent Coniston Water and immerse yourself in its stunning mountain scenery. We’ll make a stop on the lake shore and our expert instructors will teach you the fundamentals of bushcraft.
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456 reviewsKirkby 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.
Various Locations in the Lake District
We are an established family business that specialises in canyoning and ghyll scrambling. We also provide abseiling, mountain scrambling and rock climbing. Our sessions are fun, safe, and packed full of adventure. We run our activities in different…
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1051 reviewsReceive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria
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