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These days, everything is about ‘experiential travel,’ which is just another way of describing doing something that you’ll remember. In the Lake District, Cumbria, we’ve been creating experiences since tourism first started - after all, when Wordsworth went for a walk and spotted some gorgeous daffodils, it was an experience that inspired him to write one of the most famous poems in the English language.
You don’t need to be a poet to enjoy the different experiences we have to offer. From off-road adventures to cocktail masterclasses, we’ve got a set of memorable activities that will stay with you long after you’ve gone home.
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
A world hidden from the surface but full of adventure and challenge for all. From simple…
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of…
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses…
Golf Lake District is a new Golf tourism business that is promoting Golf courses and Hotels in the…
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
Upon issue of your survival kit you will be dropped into one of the densest most remote parts of…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop…
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues,…
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the…
Full Day Adventure Days for Families and Groups. Two course home-cooked lunches available.
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Victoria St, Windermere
Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through the Lake District National Park. A Kankku day is really special because it is a genuine off road driving experience rather than driving on a contrived…
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445 reviewsBassenthwaite
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…
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…
Ulverston
Join us, Andy & Zoe, to create your own spirits. Groups are small and we guide you through the process from choosing your botanicals to finding the perfect abv. Start with a tour, include a few sweet treats and it’s an afternoon to remember!
Berrier
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking control or just take in the views. Based at Berrier airstrip near Penrith/Ullswater/Keswick. Ideal gift or just to treat yourself.
The Lake District
We train people to undertake expeditions, and also run expeditions across the UK, but mostly in the wilder corners of Great Britain. All expeditions are led by highly experienced, qualified and insured instructors.
Ulverston
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme temperatures required to transform sand into glass and learn some of the 2000 year old skills first developed by the ancient Romans. During this…
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216 reviewsA591, Windermere
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets. If you’re looking for an unforgettable day out with friends or family, there is an outdoor adventure for everyone.
Bassenthwaite
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This experience is the perfect way to meet our Tapirs, Meerkats, and Ring-Tailed Lemurs!
Backbarrow, Ulverston
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues, solve puzzles and complete the challenge before time runs out!
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770 reviewsBassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
Far Sawrey, Ambleside
Discover the art of creating your own essential oil blend, tailored to your unique preferences and therapeutic needs. You will be expertly guided through the technique and then learn how to make your own soap using your bespoke blend. Elevate your…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Learn how to mix it up! With our expertly trained, globally recognised mixologists. Discover a world of classic and modern cocktails with your friends, family or colleagues in our incredible, new and exclusive venue, The 3rd floor. Whether it’s a…
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.
Borrowdale, Keswick
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the only one of its type in England.
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1713 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,…
Hawkshead, Lake Windermere
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone intending to take on an overland expedition or would like to experience the skills required to do so.
Keswick
An interactive world of optical illusions including illusion rooms, holograms and interactive exhibits to amaze the whole family, young and old! Do you believe your eyes?
Kirkby Lonsdale
Caving is an adventure activity full of challenges and a real opportunity for a feeling of exploration. From simple passageways to great labyrinths. Your journey feels like you’re reaching into the bowels of the earth on a true adventure.
Newby Bridge
Upon issue of your survival kit you will be dropped into one of the densest most remote parts of our woodland. No phone signal, no comfortable fixed camp and no tarp or tent. You must source all your water, food, firewood and shelter and survive a…
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