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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.

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Ferrets at Lakeland Maze Farm in Sedgwick, Cumbria
General Admission Lakeland Maze Farm

We offer a variety of activities on site, all included under one entrance fee, we have a variety of…

Abseiling at Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents
Abseiling at Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents

Will you have the courage to lean back over the edge and abseil down a vertical wall of rock? Come…

Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups with The Outdoor Adventure Company
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups with The Outdoor Adventure Company

Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.

Family on a Treetop Challenge at Go Ape in Whinlatter Forest Park in Braithwaite, Lake District
Go Ape Whinlatter

Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…

Visitor posing with fish caught on a fishing trip with West Pennine Angling Solutions in the Lake District, Cumbria
West Pennine Angling Solutions

Most anglers will know me, Neil Smith, from Total-Carp magazine where I featured for over 10 years…

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    Harrington Nature Reserve

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    Moorclose Road, Harrington, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5LB

    Workington

    Harrington Nature Reserve is one of two Local Nature Reserves (LNRs) in the Workington area and is an area of land protected for its contribution to wildlife, geology, education and public enjoyment.

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  2. Visitor doing skateboard tricks at Maryport Skate Park in Maryport, Cumbria
    Visitor doing skateboard tricks at Maryport Skate Park in Maryport, Cumbria
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    Visitor riding a BMX bike at Maryport Skate Park in Maryport, Cumbria
    Visitor doing skateboard tricks at Maryport Skate Park in Maryport, Cumbria
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    Maryport Skate Park

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    Maryport Skate Park, Maryport Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6EW

    maryport.regeneration.office@cumberland.gov.uk

    Maryport

    Seaside destination for boarders, skaters & scooters

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    View over fields and hills near Sedbergh, Cumbria
    Sedbergh Summits

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    Sedbergh, Cumbria

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    +44(0)7746361816

    sedberghsummits@outlook.com

    Sedbergh

    Sedbergh Summits offers guided walks, treks and mountain adventures around Sedbergh, the Howgills, the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

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  4. Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District
    Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District
    Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District
    Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District
    Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District
    Inclusive Rock Climbing in the Lake District

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    Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NN

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    01539 31 00 41

    info@anyonecan.uk

    The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of climbing throughout the fells. We have developed a range of venues that make it easier to access rock climbing for people with additional needs.

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  5. Visitor swimming in Derwentwater with Swim on the Wild Side in Keswick, Lake District
    Visitor swimming in Derwentwater with Swim on the Wild Side in Keswick, Lake District
    Swim on the Wild Side

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    Swim on the Wild Side, Lakeside, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

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    017687 85135

    info@swimwildside.com

    Lake Rd, Keswick

    Swimming in the lakes is good for the mind, body and soul. Be at one with nature and join us for a swimming adventure with a coach and safety provision.

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    Alpaca Walking at The Lingholm Estate with Alpacaly Ever After

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    The Lingholm Estate, Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TZ

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    017687 78328

    info@alpacalyeverafter.co.uk

    Keswick

    Our multi-award winning Social Enterprise Alpacaly Ever After are delighted to offer alpaca walks through the stunning private grounds of the Lingholm Estate.

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  7. Visitors on hired cycles and accessible cycle at Watchtree Nature Reserve in Wiggonby, Cumbria
    Visitors on hired cycles and accessible cycle at Watchtree Nature Reserve in Wiggonby, Cumbria
    Watchtree Nature Reserve

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    Watchtree Nature Reserve, Nr, Wiggonby, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6NL

    wnr@watchtree.co.uk

    Wiggonby, Carlisle

    Located on the Solway plain 6 miles southwest of Carlisle, Watchtree Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife and a community asset for all.

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    Child on the Shiver Me Timbers playground at Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport, Cumbria
    Shiver Me Timbers Play Park in Maryport
    Child on the Shiver Me Timbers playground at Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport, Cumbria
    Child on the Shiver Me Timbers playground at Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport, Cumbria
    Shiver Me Timbers Play Park in Maryport
    Child on the Shiver Me Timbers playground at Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport, Cumbria
    Shiver Me Timbers Play Area

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    Marine Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8AY

    Maryport

    Shiver Me Timbers play area is a bright, colourful, and exciting destination for young visitors. Look out for this pirate-themed adventure play area next door to the Lake District Coast Aquarium on the Harbourside in Maryport.

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