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


The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Windermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
Whether you would like to rent an Electric Bike or join a Bike Tour or Holiday, we organise everything and provide self-guided tours with tailored routes to suite you.
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.
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!
Appleby-in-Westmorland
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…
Bowness-on-Windermere
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never looked at a map or would like to learn more about planning and following a route using paths and tracks then this is the course for you.
Keswick
Paddleboarding is quickly gaining popularity as a new paddle sport in the UK, and there’s no better place to try it out than the stunning mountain scenery of the Lake District.
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.
Newby Bridge
Our reality-based 2 day survival training course will give you the skills to be self-sufficient in any wilderness environment. Immerse yourself in the challenge.
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.
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.
Braithwaite
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across Bassenthwaite Lake, Derwentwater and Keswick. Located in the North West of the Lake District, you'll find us in the heart of it. It plays host to two of our…
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!
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided adventure activities here in the Lake District. Connect with nature and join us ghyll scrambling, canyoning, rock climbing, abseiling and rock scrambling…
Ullswater
Exploring at the speed of the e-bike means you’ll experience a huge variety of off-road riding, all at a manageable level, this includes rocky tracks, tricky descents, rewarding climbs, exciting stream crossings and fun singletrack traverses, with…
Coniston
Do you want to learn what to do when the mist comes down and how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come on our intermediate navigation course to find out.
Graythwaite
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding landscape from the water provides a different perspective.
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.
Ambleside
Play The Armitt's newest experiences - Escape Rooms in a Box. With two options to choose from - Beatrix Potter's Missing Paper - and - The Bridge House Mystery - there is something for everyone to enjoy. Grab your friends, family or colleagues to…
Electric Bike Hire - E-Bikes delivered directly to your accommodation in the South Lakes by E-Bike Safaris. Experience cycling through the Cumbrian countryside, visiting all the attractions and having the comfort of the electric assistance.
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