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Cumbria and the Lake District are England’s adventure playgrounds, with an almost inexhaustible list of activities to test your mind and muscle. From walking to abseiling, zorbing to kayaking, this is the place to be for an action-packed adventure holiday. We’ll cater not just to the adventure activities you want to do, but we can also show you a bunch of others that you didn’t realise you wanted to try!
Home to England’s highest mountain and its largest and deepest lakes, the Lake District’s unique landscape is the best natural outdoor terrain for all kinds of adventure activities of both the dry and wet kind. One moment you could be flying through the trees on a zipwire in Grizedale Forest, the next you’re trying to stay dry on a paddleboard on Lake Windermere. It’s just as easy to play a round of golf with a dramatic mountain backdrop as it is to wade into a fast-flowing stream for a spot of wild water fishing. And how about scaling some rocks…did you know that the Lake District, Cumbria was the birthplace of modern rock climbing?
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple…
Lakes Escapes Ltd is the first LIVE escape room in West Cumbria. We welcome groups of between 2 to…
Ghyll Scrambling - The ultimate Lake District activity. A great way to explore natures playground…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Near Hawkshead
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone intending to take on an overland expedition or would like to experience the skills required to do so. Includes Off-road driving, camp craft, Bush…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?
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…
Coniston
.Joint adventures is based in Coniston operating throughout The Lake District. We operate all over. Activities include Gorge scrambling and Canyoning, Kayaking and Canoeing, Raft Building, Abseiling, Archery, Bushcraft, Hill Walking, Orienteering…
Wasdale
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.
Keswick
Hello, adventure seeker. Join us in the UK's only mountain forest for an unforgettable day your whole Tribe will love. Drink in spectacular views on a Segway, or leap into action on our canopy-high obstacle course.
Learn bushcraft or archery skills on a private country estate overlooking the Duddon estuary and Coniston Fells. We run various Bushcraft courses from fun half day sessions to more advanced full days. Maybe you’d prefer to try your hand at archery…
Ullswater
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct?
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock face or abseil down the side of a railway viaduct?
Ayside, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
Amazing interactive bird of prey experiences for all ages. Choose either the woodland and parkland by lake Windermere or the thrill of the Lakeland fells. Eagles, hawks, falcons and owls. Gift vouchers are available.
CONISTON
Explore Coniston Water - one of the Lake Districts famous lakes and marvel at the scenery from a Canadian Canoe. Here, you’ll visit hidden coves, remote islands and jetties to jump off making this one to remember. We run various canoeing excursions…
Near Hawkshead
Graythwaite Adventure offers award winning outdoor adventure experiences on Graythwaite Estate, on the shores of Windermere. Water-based activities include Canoeing, Canoe & Bushcraft, RIB Ride, Paddleboarding, Raft Building, Dragon Boat Challenge…
Near Hawkshead
We’re very proud of our shooting ground and love to welcome first timers and experienced shots alike. All shooting experiences include access to our bijou shooting lodge where we serve sweet treats with hot and cold drinks around the fire pit.
Ulverston
Welcome to Cumbria's, and possibly the UK's, smallest gin distillery!
Based in the lovely market town of Ulverston, we're producing small batch, big flavour gins. Smooth enough to be sipped, bold enough to be mixed.
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.
Near Hawkshead
Cruise Windermere on board our BRIG Navigator accommodating up to 9 passengers. From experiencing the quiet bays on the Western shore to viewing some of the lake’s most impressive properties from the water we tailor the time to suit you.
Coniston
Joint adventures is based in Coniston operating throughout The Lake District. We operate all over. Activities include Gorge scrambling and Canyoning, Kayaking and Canoeing, Raft Building, Abseiling, Archery, Bushcraft, Hill Walking, Orienteering…
St Lukes Road, Kirkby Stephen
Package Holidays and Support Services for Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path plus bespoke Coast to Coast Cycle Routes and Packages from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay.
Near Hawkshead
Graythwaite Adventure offers award winning outdoor adventure experiences on Graythwaite Estate, on the shores of Windermere.Off-road experiences include 4 x 4 instruction days and drive and dine experiences.
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
An exciting opportunity for Friesian lovers to get hands on experience of what it's like to ride and / or drive top quality Friesians in one of the most scenic parts of the country.
BISHOP AUCKLAND
Stargazing Nights specialises in stargazing and night photography experiences. We offer group workshops and tours, as well as online training and bespoke packages.
The company is run by Gary Lintern, who is a qualified science teacher, and is also…
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