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These days, everything is about ‘experiential travel,’ which is just another way of describing doing something that you’ll remember. In the Lake District, Cumbria, we’ve been creating experiences since tourism first started - after all, when Wordsworth went for a walk and spotted some gorgeous daffodils, it was an experience that inspired him to write one of the most famous poems in the English language.
You don’t need to be a poet to enjoy the different experiences we have to offer. From off-road adventures to cocktail masterclasses, we’ve got a set of memorable activities that will stay with you long after you’ve gone home.
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
If you’re visiting the Lake District and would love something lasting, I offer relaxed outdoor…
Natural, relaxed Lake District photographer for couples and families. Capturing real moments and…
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues,…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop…
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
Amazing interactive bird of prey experiences for all ages. Choose either the woodland and parkland…
Zip World Windermere is an award-winning high ropes adventure company with 2 fantastic outdoor…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display…
Discover the art of creating your own essential oil blend, tailored to your unique preferences and…
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the…
CancerCare is a local, independent charity that provides support to adults and children affected by…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
Luxury mobile pamper parties across the Lake District, bringing facials and massage to your holiday…
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Nr Kendal
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
Bampton, Penrith
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the RSPB's Badger Hide at Wild Haweswater. As the sun sets over Haweswater, the woodland residents emerge for their nightly foraging escapades. The…
Luxury mobile pamper parties across the Lake District, bringing facials and massage to your holiday accommodation for groups, hen parties and special occasions.
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
Grasmere
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of Regency England with an exclusive, curator-led experience of Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, one of England’s most famous poets.
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…
Penrith
Open our doors and embark on a journey into the world of craft distilling by booking on to one of our gin making workshops with us. A warm Cumbrian welcome awaits as we embark on your distilling adventure.
Kendal
CancerCare is a local, independent charity that provides support to adults and children affected by cancer and bereavement.Our events calendar has something for everyone, from our iconic Bay Walks to dog shows, skydives and family fun days.
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…
Victoria St, Windermere
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through the Lake District National Park. A Kankku day is really special because it is a genuine off road driving experience rather than driving on a contrived…
Far Sawrey, Ambleside
Discover the art of creating your own essential oil blend, tailored to your unique preferences and therapeutic needs. You will be expertly guided through the technique and then learn how to make your own soap using your bespoke blend. Elevate your…
If you’re visiting the Lake District and would love something lasting, I offer relaxed outdoor family sessions. These are short, simple sessions designed to fit easily into your time here. Whether that’s a lakeside wander, a stretch of woodland, or…
Grange-over-Sands
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses of Cartmel.
Bassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
Bassenthwaite
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys Hugo, Hector, Herbie, Dougal and…
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
Upon issue of your survival kit you will be dropped into one of the densest most remote parts of our woodland. No phone signal, no comfortable fixed camp and no tarp or tent. You must source all your water, food, firewood and shelter and survive a…
Borrowdale, Keswick
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the only one of its type in England.
Cartmel
All About Alpacas is where nature's charm meets unforgettable experiences in Cumbria.
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