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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.

Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
A rugged Lake District landscape where nature restoration works alongside hill farming, to benefit…
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided…
Hire a rowing or motor boat and explore Derwentwater and its islands under your own steam. No…
Sizergh boasts 800 years of family history, and is filled with thousands of fascinating items…
Cumbria Wildlife Trust looks after lots of hidden and special places thriving with wildlife around…
Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley.…
Enjoy your perfect Lake District day out at Wordsworth Grasmere. Discover the home of William…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Step behind the scenes with our guided tour and uncover the heritage, stories, and secrets that…
Get the most out of your time in the Lake District with a Muddy Boots private guided walk tailored…
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake District's famous lakes and see the magnificent scenery…
The Lake District National Park provides a wealth of walking opportunities and offers something for…
Tranquilly paddle along a beautiful, tree-lined river with the steam train passing on the shoreline…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
A unique combination of interrelated stories and a fascinating visitor experience. Over 100 years…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
SUP Paddleboarding by Genuine Adventures offers a serene glide across Lake District waters, guided…
The Lake District is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with Derwentwater being one of the…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike…
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience…
From short walks along valley bottoms or around lake shores, to lesser known mountain routes on the…


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

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Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells, exploring the quaint villages, or simply relaxing on the water, hop aboard a Ullswater ‘Steamer’ to experience this little slice of Lake District…
Take to the water in an unforgettable kayaking adventure on the breathtaking Wastwater! Surrounded by towering mountains and untouched natural beauty, this is your chance to explore one of the most picturesque lakes in the UK.
Ambleside
Rydal Cave is a large cavern on the north side of Loughrigg Fell, above Rydal Water. This famous lakeland beauty spot is actually man-made, as a result of slate quarrying.
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…
Grasmere
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of Regency England with an exclusive, curator-led experience of Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, one of England’s most famous poets.
Sail Windermere with us, feel the wind ruffle your hair, and then the surge of the boat as the sails begin their work of converting breeze to smiles.
Explore the National Park’s lesser visited places on this gentle self-guided holiday, perfect for those looking to travel with those who matter most. Based in Keswick and Ambleside, you’ll be ideally placed to see some of the region’s best loved…
Boot, 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.
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…
We deliver everything you need to your accommodation, or to your designated preferred location ( including railway station’s) with tailor-made routes. Experience the pleasure of cycling through the Lake District countryside on Electric Bikes, around…
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.
Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of exploration in the Lake District. Board a Windermere Lake Cruise’s vessel and get treated to the finest views from the water.
Coniston
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock climbing, it is a great way to ascend a mountain taking on the challenge of using your hands and feet to climb steeper sections of rocky terrain. As the…
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.
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…
Appleby-in-Westmorland
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure. The experience is incredibly…
Natural, relaxed Lake District photographer for couples and families. Capturing real moments and beautiful landscapes with a calm, easy-going approach across Cumbria.
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.
Grasmere
Helm Crag is a famous fells in the central Lake District situated to the north of Grasmere. It sits prominently at the end of a ridge, easily seen from the village of Grasmere. One of the Wainwright's and one of the most recognised hills in the Lake…
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…
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