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Dr Dolittle would be right at home in the Lake District. You can walk with the animals, talk with the animals - and even though the conversation will be a little one-sided, you can still have an unforgettable experience. You can be a farmer for a day, meet some meerkats, hang out with Herdwicks, learn about lemurs or mush on the beach with some huskies. Go for a hawk walk or amble with some alpacas….
If I could walk with the animals...
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Ulverston
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays. Plus discover creatures from around the world including piranha, otters and clownfish.
Cumbria
Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for its rhododendrons set against the stunning backdrop of the Lakeland fells. Hawk & Owl Centre home to a diverse collection of birds.
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.
Keswick
Whinlatter Forest Park is England's only true mountain forest. Rising to 790 metres above sea level Whinlatter offers spectacular views of the Lake District and into Scotland.
Newby Bridge
Walk with a traditional lakeland pack pony to hidden corners of the Lake District. From a one day trek to a three day wild camping expedition.
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.
Lindal in Furness
Rhinos, Tigers, Giraffes, Lions and Bears living in the heart of the Lake District….this is something you need to see for yourself!
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Hawkshead
Grizedale Forest has activities for all ages from mountain biking to relaxing walks, Go-Ape to sculpture in the forest. The Visitor Centre includes the Forest Shop, Cafe in the Forest and shop.
Keswick
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.
Windermere
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and information centre. Lakeshore access for all.
Maryport
Stroke the rays and touch the starfish. Cafe, gift shop, crazy golf and model boats. Tickets valid all day.
Portinscale, Keswick
Alpacaly Ever After... are thrilled to offer meet & greets and alpaca walks around the stunning grounds of the Lingholm Estate along the beautiful shores of Derwent Water.
Keswick
Alpacaly Ever After are thrilled to offer Guided Llama treks for you, your family and your friends in our mixed group treks with a gang of fellow llama lovers!
Setmurthy, Bassenthwaite
Alpacaly Ever After... are thrilled to offer meet & greets and alpaca walks around the stunning grounds of The Lakes Distillery.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Alpacaly Ever After... are thrilled to offer alpaca walks around the stunning grounds of Whinlatter Forest.
Penrith
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
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