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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.

Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Experience the thrill of leaning back and abseiling down a vertical rock face! Abseiling is both a…
Let us be your guide on a hiking adventure that will take you to some of the most beautiful and…
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in…
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part…
Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It…
Explore nature’s playground and marvel at the stunning scenery on offer. Take the plunge into…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…
Feed your soul & be guided by the most knowledgeable & friendly Lake District guides, through…
The Lake District is home to some of the most amazing Gravel Biking routes in England, with world…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Will you have the courage to lean back over the edge and abseil down a vertical wall of rock? Come…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
Take on some of the Lake District’s most notorious mountain roads on this challenging route -…
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful…
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die…
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take…
If you’re visiting the Lake District and would love something lasting, I offer relaxed outdoor…
Unique, immersive spa on the edge of the Lake District with 14 nature‑inspired thermal experiences…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200…
Tackle a sightseeing tour or cycle across the country from coast to coast, exploring Britain along…


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

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Kendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
Fun, adventure and good times guaranteed! Why not come and ride the White Water with us?
We have several exciting trips in and around The Lake District, whether you’re looking for family fun or something more wild, we can make it happen!
Ambleside
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer abseiling throughout the Lake District, all venues are stunningly beautiful and offer different abseil lengths so we can pick a venue to suit you best.
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Staveley
You might think rainforests only exist in far-flung locations, but we have them here in Cumbria, too. Join us at Staveley Woodlands to spot tell-tale signs that we're actually exploring a fragment of an ancient, lost world.
Bassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
Kendal
Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the town of Kendal, Cumbria, in northern England.
Windermere
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72 hours surviving in our private woodland learning a wealth of skills and knowledge that will enable you to thrive in this stunning habitat.
20 St Lukes Rd, Kirkby Stephen
Ride the legendary Coast to Coast cycling route, a 280km+ journey from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay, through some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. With customizable itineraries, you choose your pace—whether a fast-paced 3-day challenge or a…
Have you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe and reach 9 summits in one day? Whatever it is that you have always wanted to do, you can hire one of our fully qualified and insured mountain…
Kendal
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging from the 1700's to the present. In our refreshed collection galleries discover the stories of our extraordinary collection pieces and the people…
Ullswater
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping...
Whatever you want to call it, whether it’s a descent or ascent or a splash down the river, it’s a buzz.
Sedgwick, Kendal
Family attraction, maze, soft play, go karts, animals, pets, events, parties and refreshments.
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Guided Fell Walks by Genuine Adventures explore the Lake District’s fells with expert-led, tailored treks for all abilities, revealing stunning views and hidden gems in a safe, immersive adventure.
A591, Windermere
Zip World Windermere is an award-winning high ropes adventure company with 2 fantastic outdoor experiences, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets. If you’re looking for an unforgettable day out with friends or family, there is an outdoor adventure for…
Ambleside
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden. Her paintings of the House and garden were used to illustrate many of her tales.
Keswick
Hiring a boat is the perfect way to get out & explore Derwent Water. Choose from our huge selection of crafts to hire - go Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Canoeing, Rowing or a Pedalo.
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…
Kendal
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of climbing throughout the fells.
We have developed a range of venues that make it easier to access rock climbing for people with additional needs.
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