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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.

From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks,…
Wake District is a family-run watersports business on Lake Windermere offering wakeboarding,…
Feed your soul & be guided by the most knowledgeable & friendly Lake District guides, through…
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. …
The myriad of slate quarries, including the famous Cathedral Cavern close to Coniston provide a…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
The Peter Rabbit Garden has proved tremendously popular with visitors who have delighted in the…
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Lake District. Travel through the…
Step behind the scenes with our guided tour and uncover the heritage, stories, and secrets that…
Archery 8yrs+ Axe throwing 12yrs+ and Crossbow 12yrs+. Book as single activities or as part of our…
Sail Windermere with us, feel the wind ruffle your hair, and then the surge of the boat as the…
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting…
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Lake District. Travel through the…
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf,…
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite…
Our northernmost pier at Ambleside (Waterhead) is set in a beautiful location with arguably the…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Looking to get out in the hills? Local guide Emma Seery offers beautiful walks - from friendly…
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…


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

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Coniston
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts' famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery from a Canadian Canoe. Along the way we will stop off to try a little Bushcraft. We will cover the exciting and essential skills of how to make a fire…
Various locations in Cumbria
Our cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Cumbria. Designed with the thoughtful traveller in mind, we aim to show you the hidden gems of the Lake District and also offer the option of electric bikes.
Grange-over-Sands
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the world their own once the sun goes down.
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.
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…
Penrith
A spectacular Gothic ruin set in 130 acres of ancient and romantic Gardens, award-winning Lowther Castle is one of the northwest's most spectacular visitor attractions. Its setting within the Lake District National Park is truly beautiful while the…
Cumbria-wide
Contours Holidays designed the Derwentwater Round as a gentle, relaxing two-day meander around the fabulous Derwentwater lake, ideal for first timers and young families. Beginning and ending in Keswick, this 12-mile route utilises easy,…
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.
Bassenthwaite
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys Hugo, Hector, Herbie, Dougal and…
Consiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
Keswick
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest established outdoor activity centre. With some of the best facilities in the Lake District and located in a truly beautiful and unique environment, we…
Kendal
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. Also home to the world's oldest topiary gardens, designed by Guillaume Beaumont, retain many original features. Cafe, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.
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…
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.
AMBLESIDE
The Waterhead area is just a short walk from the centre of town. This is the start of Windermere – England’s longest lake. At Waterhead there is a pier where you can take a boat trip around England’s most famous lake or hop off at Bowness for the…
WINDERMERE
A short walk from the centre of Bowness is Cockshot Point on the lake shore. It’s the perfect place for a family picnic and a paddle in the lake.
Ambleside
Rothay Park is a popular park situated in the centre of Ambleside, it is surrounded by a dramatic landscape and offers a gateway to some of the most beautiful fells in the Lake District.
Egremont
Egremont Castle Park in the town of Egremont, offers 2.8 acres of beautiful green space that is ideal for walkers and runners.
Maryport
Maryport Coastal Park is a place for visitors to enjoy for its coastal views and flora and fauna. Access is free all year round. Maryport Coastal Park can be accesses from Maryport south shore car park, which can be found near the Glasson industrial…
AMBLESIDE
Offering superb Lake Views, large open green space, picnic tables and parking nearby, Borans Park also has the remains of a Roman road leading to the ruin of the Galava Roman fort. Head down to the lake shore for the perfect picnic spot.
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