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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?
Adventure Inspiration
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
These adrenaline-pumping obstacles will test your physical and mental strengths. You’ll need to…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
The Lake District is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with Derwentwater being one of the…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Based in the heart of the Lake District adventure awaits. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking…
Zip World Windermere is an award-winning high ropes adventure company with 2 fantastic outdoor…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Explore the waters of the Lake District at Derwentwater with us. Hop in a canoe and paddle through…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
Have you ever wanted to go down a naturally formed waterpark? Are you brave enough to jump off the…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
The Lake District is known for being the home of Rock Climbing, so why not try your hand at this…
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain…


The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Ambleside
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides inspirational adventure swimming for all abilities, from Short Wild Swims to 3-day Swim Breaks. Plus excellent swim gear in our Ambleside store.
Ambleside
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just what you’re looking for! You’ll be scaling rocks to reach the summit, learning new skills along the way and enjoying those hard earned views at the top.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular activities. We’ve designed a 2-hour experience that combines one-hour of 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft session.
Get ready for an unforgettable Paddleboarding adventure on the stunning Wastwater, nestled in the breathtaking Wasdale Valley—home to England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike! Surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Western Lake District, this is…
This aquatic ghyll scramble is situated in a beautiful canyon only a short walk from Coniston. In its tree-covered steep gorge walls, you will plunge into crystal clear pools and scramble your way up rocky waterfalls.
Windermere
If you can't decide which one of our kick ass experiences to choose, don't, and just do them all! This experience includes fire lighting using natural materials and sparks along with how to build a shelter with materials provided by nature in our…
Penrith
Unique, immersive spa on the edge of the Lake District with 14 nature‑inspired thermal experiences and indulgent treatments in a serene forest setting.
Great Langdale
Rock climbing has increased in popularity recently, particularly since its introduction at the Olympic Games. Langdale, close to Ambleside and Windermere is the perfect place to have your first experience of outdoor rock climbing. Not far from here…
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…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A well stocked trail centre bike shop offering premium bike hire, fast repairs and premium road and mountain bike sales. We also offer guiding and…
Hawkshead
Based in the heart of the Lake District adventure awaits. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for a unique activity or simply after some quality time with friends and family, Go Ape have you covered. Boasting three high ropes activities above the…
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.
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful planning and consideration for the natural landscape, we’ve designed the Lake District’s only off-road course with BORDA (British Off Road Driving…
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful planning and consideration for the natural landscape, we’ve designed the Lake District’s only off-road course with BORDA (British Off Road Driving…
Windermere
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf, lakes to rivers, adults to children.
Canyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric canyon in the heart of the Lake District. Abseil down waterfalls - test your nerve on big committing jumps - enjoy epic slides and zip-lines. This is…
Newby Bridge
A full day's experience learning the key skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, such as firelighting, shelter building and more.
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…
Ambleside
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and taking every opportunity to jump into crystal clear plunge pools. This is next level fun and the bonus is this can be enjoyed just as much when it’s…
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…
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