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The Lake District, Cumbria is England’s adventure capital. Which should give you an idea as to the broad range of activities you can enjoy (or endure) in this most dramatic, beautiful landscape. Whatever your appetite, we can satisfy it, whether it’s an easy amble or a round of golf, or something a little more energetic - tackling a via ferrata, scrambling up a hill, racing across a lake...that kind of thing. The list of activities is (almost) endless: just take a look for yourself.
Yes, you can: Users of Mobility aids, Anyone who can sit with support, Users of Wheelchairs, Unsure…
Golf Lake District is a new Golf tourism business that is promoting Golf courses and Hotels in the…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy…
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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…
Kendal
A stunning Elizabethan mansion with spectacular interiors and impressive collections of antiques. Also home to the world's oldest topiary gardens, designed by Guillaume Beaumont, retain many original features. Cafe, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.
Join Jonny Gios for a stunning Lake District photo tour. Perfect for all skill levels, explore iconic landscapes, master techniques, and capture unforgettable moments with expert guidance.
Ambleside
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping into crystal clear pools of deep water, sliding into pools, wild swimming, and scrambling - all in the most beautiful of settings.
Windermere
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf, lakes to rivers, adults to children.
Cumbria
As well as beautiful scenery, the Lake District is also famous for its associations with a large number of poets, novelists and essayists. This lovely, 36-mile walk takes you through some of the Lake District’s best-loved areas, visiting many of the…
Eskdale
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with massive jumps into crystal clear waters. The pools are deep and big offering lots of swimming and scrambling along the rocky edges too.
Newby Bridge
A half day's experience learning the core skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, including fire, shelter, water sourcing and more.
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
Penrith
Feed your soul & be guided by the most knowledgeable & friendly Lake District guides, through valleys or up onto the mountain summits.
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Cumbria Wildlife Trust looks after lots of hidden and special places thriving with wildlife around the county. We run events at our nature reserves and in other unusual places, and cater for individuals and families. Events run all year round.
Various locations in Cumbria
Tailor made self guided, walking, cycling and touring holidays with luxury and classic accommodation showing you the hidden gems of the area.
Carlisle
Carlisle Racecourse in Cumbria offers thrilling Jump & Flat racing with feature meetings like Easter Saturday and Ladies’ Night, a lively atmosphere, scenic views, and fun for all ages awaits.
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.
Coniston
Ghyll Scrambling by Genuine Adventures in the Lake District is a thrilling climb up mountain streams, with jumps, slides, and stunning views, guided by experts for all skill levels.
Our Cycling Route’s guide of the Lake District provides a broad range of cycle routes for all levels of cycling. Whether you are an avid cyclist wanting to do some of the most challenging rides in the Lake District, or gentle leisure rides with…
Bassenthwaite
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display on the park your experience will begin. Our falconer will teach you how to recall and hold the birds and we start with an owl. Following this we move…
Coniston
SUP Paddleboarding by Genuine Adventures offers a serene glide across Lake District waters, guided by experts for all ages, with gear provided for a tailored, scenic adventure.
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