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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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Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter is a great place for walking with many miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Each junction is marked with a numbered post which is shown on the Forest guide map making it easy to create your own route.
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…
Alchemy with Nature is not a retreat you attend. It's something you enter.
Designed for women in midlife who are ready to stop, breathe, and come back to themselves.
A different rhythm. A different way of being. Where the noise drops away… and…
From the quiet shores of Windermere to the scenic trails around Derwentwater, Outdooractive helps you make the most of every adventure in the Lakes. Plan, navigate, and record your walks, hikes, and cycling routes — whether it’s a family-friendly…
Ambleside
Swim the Lakes are the Lakes District's Open Water Swimming Specialists. Our friendly team provides inspirational adventure swimming for all abilities, from Short Wild Swims to 3-day Swim Breaks. Plus excellent swim gear in our Ambleside store.
Ambleside
Whether you have a few hours to unwind, an afternoon to recharge or a whole day to relax, come and indulge yourself in beautiful surroundings and enjoy one of our specially tailored spa packages.
Windermere
An intimate and luxury spa that cherishes special time together with private experiences just for two.
Keswick
Massage training courses in the Lakes... learn how to provide effective massage treatments on a beginners course in beautiful Lakeland settings.
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…
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
A SPECIAL DAY OUT! Don't miss this incredible mega event at the Temple for World Peace! Join us in meditating together to create a wave of peace that touches everything. We look forward to seeing you there.
Your day includes:
• Inspiring Talk &…
At Cumbria Wildlife Trust our staff are connecting people to nature with the aim of improving our health through Wild Wellbeing Days. The days focus on the 5 Ways of Wellbeing: Connect, Give, Learn, Be Active and Take Notice –designed to improve…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among…
Hawkshead
Whatever your ability level, Grizedale is a fantastic place to get on the trail and enjoy the fresh Lake District air. Create your own adventure or follow one of our waymarked routes, with a wide range of distances and difficulty levels there’s…
Penrith
The Spa at the North Lakes Hotel is the perfect destination to unwind and have some well-deserved 'me time'
20-34 Warwick Rd, Carlisle
A powerful day of motivational and inspirational speakers, curated by former Paratrooper and Firefighter Andy Steele, sharing hope that recovery from trauma is possible.
Thursday 29th October 2026
9:30am to 5pm
doors open at 8:30am
Tickets…
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.
Luxury mobile pamper parties across the Lake District, bringing facials and massage to your holiday accommodation for groups, hen parties and special occasions.
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…
Ambleside
Day 1: Arrival & Grounding
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Arrival & Check-in
Welcome packets, room assignments, refreshments.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Opening Session: "Welcome to the Next Chapter"
• Vision for the retreat
• Introduction to key themes: faith,…
Newby Bridge, Lakeside
Renew your mind, body and soul with our calming evening ritual at Lakeside Hotel, designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and restore. Step into a sanctuary of stillness and sensory renewal, where floating water and healing sound vibrations come…
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