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The Lake District, Cumbria is England’s most beautiful corner in any weather, but there’s something magical about the place when the sun shines. The sun draws out walkers and mountaineers, sailors and cyclists, abseilers and zorbers, zipliners and those looking to sit quietly by a lake and take in the majestic beauty of it all.
You could go for a walk with a shepherdess (and her flock of sheep). Go quad biking through a forest, tap into your inner Bear Grylls with a lesson in bushcraft, or test your fear of heights (and your balance) by traversing a cliff on the UK’s best via ferrata. For more adventure thrills, there’s Go-Ape in the Grizedale Forest and Whinlater, or a spot of go-karting. Or you could do something a lot more relaxing and take to a lake for a sunset canoe ride followed by dinner.
When the sun shines in the Lake District, the outdoors is the place to be. We’re ready for you, whatever you want to do.
…Or should that guide be a “B-W”? Our team has put together this guide to Cumbria’s best-known lakes, how to find them; and what to look for when you get there.
If you are looking for something exciting and adventurous to do whilst in the Lake District then…
We developed our bespoke canoe sailing boats to make an easily accessible boat for people with…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Join us on our unique minibus tours and discover spectacular scenery, breathtaking views and…
We are an established family business that specialises in canyoning and ghyll scrambling. We also…
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Enjoy intimate views and excellent photography opportunities of Badgers, from the comfort of the…
Tackle a sightseeing tour or cycle across the country from coast to coast, exploring Britain along…
Fun, adventure and good times guaranteed! Why not come and ride the White Water with us? We have…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
Let us take you on one of our favourite walks, an off-the-beaten-track route far from the crowds…
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
A one day introduction to navigation and map reading suitable for beginners. If you have never…
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy…
Join Bowness Bay Brewing in Kendal for a brewery adventure! Immerse yourself in the magic of…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Newby Bridge
Join us for a half-day guided woodland walk in the South Lakes, learning some bushcraft essentials on the way. An enjoyable morning to be had by the whole family!
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54 reviewsExplore the National Park’s lesser visited places on this gentle self-guided holiday, perfect for those looking to travel with those who matter most. Based in Keswick and Ambleside, you’ll be ideally placed to see some of the region’s best loved…
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Ambleside
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation workshops, Rock Climbing, Rock Scrambling, Gorge Scrambling, Abseiling, Canyoning and any combination of these. We’re here to help ensure you experience the…
Cumbria
At Contours Holidays, we think that the Bob Graham Round is simply too good a route to be restricted to elite fell runners, so we’ve turned it into an awesome walking holiday by extending the route slightly, so that each day ends in a village with…
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Nr Kendal
Quad Biking 16yrs+ and 4x4 off Road driving. Available as one hour sessions or with full and part day packages
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66 reviewsBridge Ln, Penrith
Based in Cumbria, Eden Arts are an artist led company dedicated to creating and facilitating change through culture and arts activities.
Windermere
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque village buzzing with tourism. The star attraction is undoubtedly Bowness Pier, the central hub for cruises on England's largest lake, Windermere.
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4509 reviewsKirkby Stephen
Package Holidays and Support Services for Wainwright's Coast to Coast Path plus bespoke Coast to Coast Cycle Routes and Packages from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay.
Penrith
Home to the Hasell family since 1679, visitors to Dalemain will discover a fascinating combination of history, architecture and family which is both a Cumbrian and national story. Dalemain is an award-winning delight and is part of the UNESCO World…
Hawkshead
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale Forest packs a punch with both action and adventure. Explore the forest on two wheels with our all-terrain Segways or test your nerve amongst the trees…
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869 reviewsWindermere
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes. Mountain bikes. Kid's bikes. Kid's seats and trailers. We have planned routes for you available as maps and downloads.
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.
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54 reviewsRayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
A playful environment filled with vibrant colours, ambient sounds and digital creatures, inspired by ecosystems found in nature. Immerse yourself in the Microworld and discover a space where creatures respond to each other and to you.
Focussed coaching to develop advanced skills for river expeditions. This weekend will enable participants to develop, improve and refine more advanced paddling skills in order to undertake expeditions on grade 2 and 3 rivers.
Cockermouth
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery nights really are like no other. Seated on our stunning steam train and surrounded by 1930’s decor, you will be transported to an era gone by whilst the…
Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our recommended age is from 12 upwards. With no experience required and a guarantee that we will get you hitting clays. All sessions are run by our instructors…
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1104 reviewsHawkshead
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children either on their own or families together make three delicious chocolate creations and best of all everything they make is theirs to take home,…
Howtown, Penrith
A family-friendly club with clubhouse and changing facilities on the lakeside, offering sailing on beautiful Ullswater from March until November with something for everyone, young and old, novices or experienced sailors.
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