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


The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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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…
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…
Cartmel
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the beautiful grounds that surround Cartmel Racecourse and The Holker Estate.
Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
Outdoor family activities with Genuine Adventures: tag archery, ghyll scrambling, rock climbing, and SUP paddleboarding in the Lake District. Safe, fun, and tailored by experts for all ages to enjoy together!
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.…
Genuine Adventures, based in the Lake District, offers thrilling outdoor activities like tag archery, ghyll scrambling, and rock climbing, tailored for all ages by expert instructors since 2021.
Explore nature’s playground and marvel at the stunning scenery on offer. Take the plunge into crystal clear pools and scramble your way up numerous rocky scrambles and waterfalls.
The Lake District National Park provides a wealth of walking opportunities and offers something for everyone. We offer guided walks up England’s largest mountain - Scafell Pike and famous Lake Districts classic scrambles such as Striding Edge…
Ulverston
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme temperatures required to transform sand into glass and learn some of the 2000 year old skills first developed by the ancient Romans. During this…
Eskdale
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with massive jumps into crystal clear waters. The pools are deep and big offering lots of swimming and scrambling along the rocky edges too.
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a 2 hour sailing experience for up to 4 people, get involved and take control of the yacht or just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery unfold around you.
Grange-over-Sands
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses of Cartmel.
Bassenthwaite
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This experience is the perfect way to meet our Tapirs, Meerkats, and Ring-Tailed Lemurs!
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…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top 5% of the darkest places in Britain. On a clear evening, we are able to see thousands of stars and constellations including the spectacular Milky Way.
Sedgwick, Kendal
We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of farm animals, outdoor play area, and lots more fun for all the family. We have regular meet the animals activities and tractor rides through out the…
St Johns in the Vale, Keswick
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and casting tuition for individuals, groups, and corporate clients. Featured on TV with our friend Matt Hayes and on the BBC and ITV News.
Kendal
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here in Lake District and there is now 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.
Nr Kendal
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
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