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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.

For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
Grizedale Observatory and planetarium for stargazing under the dark skies of the Lake District.…
The Lake District Calvert Trust is a unique outdoor adventure centre dedicated to providing…
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues,…
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company…
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the…
Spend a full day in the Cumbrian wilderness on our bushcraft course honing the key survival skill…
For many, Scafell Pike is the ultimate mountain day and presides high on the bucket list. We can…
Historic house and gardens based on a medieval pele towers with substantial 17th, 18th and 19thC…
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic…
Our holidays are car-free, with walks starting right from your hotel door and returning you there…
Challenge yourself - have a go at Rock Climbing. The Lake District is famous for its climbing,…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
Want to be a navigation ninja? South Lakes Adventures offers navigation skills sessions tailored to…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
Step into the world of James Herriot on the All Creatures Great and Small Tour, set against the…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
Step behind the scenes with our guided tour and uncover the heritage, stories, and secrets that…
Ghyll Scrambling, or Gorge Scrambling, is the ultimate all-weather experience! Come and get wet and…
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake…
Opening for the 2024 season, new E-bike hire service - we are trialling a new active travel hub at…
Natural, relaxed Lake District photographer for couples and families. Capturing real moments and…


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

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Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that matter, the Lakeland Legend Challenge is a full-on day of 3 extreme adventure activities, all set around an atmospheric slate quarry close to Coniston.…
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Keswick
Explore the waters of the Lake District at Derwentwater with us. Hop in a canoe and paddle through the stunning landscapes. Whether you're up for adventure or simply want to unwind, a canoe adventure offers the perfect chance to connect with the…
Windermere
Family Day Out – Walk the lakeshore, hop on a boat cruise, or enjoy a picnic by the water while the kids keep watch for the creature. It’s a magical way to make a family walk or boat trip even more exciting. A Lake District Character – Bownessie…
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.
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…
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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Windermere
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient art of archery. We will learn a little about the history of this primitive skill and have the chance to experience how tricky it must have been for…
Keswick
Hire a rowing or motor boat and explore Derwentwater and its islands under your own steam. No boating experience is necessary as we provide full safety instruction and life jackets for everyone on board. Keswick Launch also offers 50-minute cruises…
Windermere
Adventuring provides outdoor activities such as rock climbing and the ever-popular Ghyll Scrambling (climbing waterfalls) around the Lake District under safe instructions from local, expert mountain leaders in a way that is enjoyable, exhilarating,…
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, Anyone who can sit with support, Users of Wheelchairs, Unsure or low confidence walkers, All people with visual impairments, People with Auditory impairments, People with learning difficulties, People with…
Challenge yourself - have a go at Rock Climbing. The Lake District is famous for its climbing, offering a huge variety of options to suit everyone. Whatever your level, our qualified and experienced instructors will be there to coach you and show…
Kentmere
Long House Studios is a small, friendly, independent art school offering intensive and immersive Art Courses for adults and young people. Courses run for 3-5 days in the beautiful Kentmere valley.
Wild food and foraging experts aiming to teach people about how sourcing food from the wild is better for our health, our plates and our planet!
Ravenglass
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of prey flying displays from Easter to Christmas.
Kendal
A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and parents to play and socialise.
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…
The Lake District is one of the UK’s premier MTB destinations – with a vast network of thrilling trails guaranteed to inspire even the most seasoned of bikers! This tour showcases Skedaddle’s ultimate collection of local trails and offers a…
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