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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.

Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Award winning family attraction on historic Maryport harbourside. All day tickets for 70+ displays…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that…
Explore the waters of the Lake District at Derwentwater with us. Hop in a canoe and paddle through…
We developed our bespoke canoe sailing boats to make an easily accessible boat for people with…
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations…
Bitts Park is a peaceful haven only 800 metres from Carlisle City Centre, comprising formal…
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park on a full-day tour from the…
Cumbria Wildlife Trust looks after lots of hidden and special places thriving with wildlife around…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of…
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, Anyone who can sit with support, Users of Wheelchairs, Unsure…
Guided adventures on ebikes, whilst enjoying the beautiful scenery in the Lake District. These…
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple…
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther…
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience…
Guided Fell Walks by Genuine Adventures explore the Lake District’s fells with expert-led, tailored…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Clay Shooting 12yrs+ and Air Rifle 8yrs+ couples or groups of 24 and 50 shots options and one hour…
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the…
Road biking is quite a thing here in the Lake District, but the undulating landscape can be…


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

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Windermere
This private 4×4 driving experience offers a wide variety of vantage points including, lakes, mountains, caves, waterfalls, rivers and streams. An ideal activity for those with an adventurous nature and passion for the outdoors. The tour is customer…
Keswick
The Lake District is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with Derwentwater being one of the most remarkable features in this idyllic region. If you’re looking for a fantastic way to explore this area’s breath-taking scenery, why not try…
Ambleside
Parkland and Gothic Revival castle sitting on the west shore of Windermere providing an impressive backdrop of turrets, towers, informal grounds and miles of lakeshore paths.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience that combines one-hour of 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft session.
Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
Penrith
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC additions. Extensive gardens in woodland setting walled garden, topiary, woodland walk and lake with cascade.
Coniston
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View the fully restored Bluebird craft in the Bluebird wing of the museum. Discover the mineral wealth of the fells, all at 'the most thought provoking…
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 Windermere as…
Learn the skills to undertake canoe expeditions including paddling skills and wild camping skills. Due to demand I am extending this course for an additional optional day. This course takes place in the beautiful English Lake District on Coniston…
Ambleside
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping into crystal clear pools of deep water, sliding into pools, wild swimming, and scrambling - all in the most beautiful of settings.
Keswick
Paddleboarding is quickly gaining popularity as a new paddle sport in the UK, and there’s no better place to try it out than the stunning mountain scenery of the Lake District.
Kendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
Looking for a fun way to boost your kids’ cycling confidence? Maybe you’re a family who have recently got into cycling and are looking to take it to the next level? This short break has been especially crafted for you! Based in Penrith, the gateway…
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…
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided adventure activities here in the Lake District. Connect with nature and join us ghyll scrambling, canyoning, rock climbing, abseiling and rock scrambling…
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!
Bampton, Haweswater
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit wildlife, water and people.
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.
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Ambleside
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation workshops, Rock Climbing, Rock Scrambling, Gorge Scrambling, Abseiling, Canyoning and any combination of these. We’re here to help ensure you experience the…
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