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Forget California, the wellness movement was born in the Lake District in the 18th century. Wordsworth, Coleridge and the early Romantics recognised that the beautiful landscapes of lakes and fells soothed the soul and restored the spirit – and provided wonderful grist to their poetic mills. A walk on the fells or an amble by a lake is restorative enough, but today’s Lake District also has plenty of organised activities to help the mind and body: from forest bathing to yoga, from Buddhist meditation breaks to wild swimming and full-bore gym and swim fitness regimes, you are sure to find the perfect pursuit to help you reach your optimum state of being.
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Newby Bridge
Guess who's back… and this time we're going totally 80s. ✨
Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — bigger, bolder and with more neon than ever before.
Join us on 24th July, 6–9pm for our 80s Theme Spa-rty — a night of iconic throwbacks, guilty…
Ambleside
A 48-Hour Retreat for Discovery & Replenishment of Mind, Body, and Spirit, for men and women.
Fiona Schneider is a Licensed Lay Minister at All Saints' Church in Ilkley, with a unique background that spans medicine, coaching, and spiritual direction…
The Abbey, Carlisle
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and place to get to the heart of the religion he is so passionate about. Join us for this one-off evening with the author of 'Touching Cloth', 'The Field…
Newby Bridge
Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our expert guide, Karen, leads you through the session in the picturesque River Leven.
Session Details:
Dates & Times: Thursday 13th August,…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Broughton-in-Furness
Welcome to a Spring evening Earth Day forest therapy walk--a restorative way to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the natural world. Forest therapy (also known as forest bathing) is a slow, mindful, guided walk in nature. It isn't a…
Ambleside
Slow down and welcome the early days of spring with a day of mindful crafting, creating beautiful crepe paper snowdrops, delicate flowers that symbolise hope, renewal, and the quiet turning of the seasons. In this gentle, hands-on workshop, you'll…
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.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter is the place to enjoy peaceful forest walks surrounded by stunning Lake District scenery, with miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Create your own adventure or follow one of our waymarked routes, with a wide range of…
Windermere
Choices Health Club Windermere is a unique experience in the Lakes. A large gym, indoor swimming pool, luxury spa and fitness classes all under one roof. Bring the whole family down for a swim, use us to keep up with your home fitness routine whilst…
Ambleside
A 6 day professional massage therapy course at a Lake District retreat venue with meals and accommodation included. Become qualified as a massage therapist and have a holiday in one!
Braithwaite, Keswick
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join Hannah for a 3 hour guided forest bathing experience, inspired by 'Shinrin-yoku' the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or…
Windermere
The Spa at Low Wood Bay will take you on a journey of indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, exquisite lunch or afternoon tea options and a hand-selected spa treatment; enjoy unpretentious luxury in a unique setting.
S-Cape UK creates authentic and immersive adventure travel experiences across the UK including many self-guided hiking and cycling trips in Cumbria. With over 26 years of experience, we are pioneers in self-guided walking, hiking, and cycling tours.…
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.
Ambleside
Immerse yourself in the luxury of Tropic Skincare, complemented by a glass of bubbly as you experience each product, touch it, feel it, and fall deeply in love with your skin.
Penrith
The Spa at the North Lakes Hotel is the perfect destination to unwind and have some well-deserved 'me time'
Penrith
Join Bel Charlesworth, medical herbalist, for a walk around Acorn Bank's walled herb garden followed by a fresh herbal tea tasting. There are two sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
Bel Charlesworth is a member of the National…
Keswick
Massage training courses in the Lakes... learn how to provide effective massage treatments on a beginners course in beautiful Lakeland settings.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
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