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If the stunning landscapes and wealth of flora and fauna in the Lake District, Cumbria aren’t quite enough to satisfy your wildlife and nature cravings, we’ve got zoos, wildlife parks and aquariums where you see everything up close. Or, better still, why not experience a fully working farm, where you can learn about animals up close and, if you wish, lend a hand?
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Lindal in Furness
Rhinos, Tigers, Giraffes, Lions and Bears living in the heart of the Lake District….this is something you need to see for yourself!
Keswick
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and endangered species like Gibbons and Asian Fishing Cats, plus family favourites like lemurs and Meerkats. A great day out for all the family.
Keswick
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…
Newby Bridge, Ulverston
Residential Outdoor Education Activity Centre set on the shores of Lake Windermere. Offering over 50 land and water based activities. Accommodates 400
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District.
With 20 years' experience of organising activity packages, breaks and events exclusively around the Lake District, we have the local knowledge to…
Ambleside
Spend 2 hours in a sublime location in the Central Lakes, surrounded by hills and trees... and horses.
Newby Bridge
Discover a wide array of local freshwater and marine species including menacing pike, carp and rays. Plus discover creatures from around the world including piranha, otters and clownfish.
Kirkby Stephen
Nature reserve.
Barrow-in-Furness
A wild, exposed coastal reserve with thousands of breeding seabirds, wintering birds, grey seals and coastal Flora. Four miles of trail and 8 hides give amazing views of Morecambe Bay.
Our private activity sessions include ghyll scrambling, canyoning, abseiling, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, SUP boarding, archery, team building, raft building, bushcraft, and hill walking. We offer private group bookings in South Lakes Cumbria,…
Cockermouth
Guided alpaca walks in the grounds of The Fitz Cockermouth.
Carlisle
Cumbria's multi-award winning all-weather attraction on our family farm, meet our friendly animals, try out our exciting indoor and outdoor play areas and explore our nature trail. Our Curly Tails Cafe is open from 10.00 until 17.00.
Ambleside
From our base at the foot of Loughrigg, we take families and groups on a one day adventure with beautiful horses carrying the load, following part of an ancient packhorse route with stunning views of Rydal Water.
Our private activity sessions include ghyll scrambling, canyoning, abseiling, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, SUP boarding, archery, team building, raft building, bushcraft, and hill walking. We offer private group bookings in South Lakes Cumbria,…
KENDAL
Escape the everyday and join a NaturesGems tour for a unique experience of land and nature.
Discover the landscapes and wildlife around Morecambe Bay on a small group walking tour with a local expert, exploring sites within the Arnside and…
Newby Bridge
Our reality-based 2 day survival training course will give you the skills to be self-sufficient in any wilderness environment. Immerse yourself in the challenge.
Newby Bridge
An introduction to wildlife tracking. Learn to truly observe and let the woods show you a tale of many journeys made by many species, including man.
Keswick
Whinlatter Forest Park is England's only true mountain forest. Rising to 790 metres above sea level Whinlatter offers spectacular views of the Lake District and into Scotland.
Newby Bridge
Paddle Windermere to a remote shore, light fire and cook on open fire. We are an inclusive company and welcome people of all abilities.
Hawkshead
Grizedale Forest has activities for all ages from mountain biking to relaxing walks, Go-Ape to sculpture in the forest. The Visitor Centre includes the Forest Shop, Cafe in the Forest and shop.
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