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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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Mere Mountains is a long standing local provider of activities in Cumbria and the South Lakes. Whether you are looking for your family, school, youth group or friends we provide high quality outdoor experiences to suit almost anyone. Our Land Based…
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
Smardale is a gem of a nature reserve away from the hustle and bustle of the Lake District. Dogs on leads are welcome. Native cattle graze here.
Hawkshead
Come and discover all that Grizedale has to offer – take in Lake District landscapes, experience a whole range of contemporary art and enjoy an adventure, no matter your age!
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket loads of fun inside and out! With activities galore, delicious homemade food, a bit of retail therapy in the gift shop, and – best of all – the chance…
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523 reviewsWe offer a range of private group experiences near Ambleside, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today to start building your…
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46 reviewsConsiton
Educational farm business, involving learning about the farm and Herdwick Sheep, including meeting the Herdwicks!
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.
Keswick
Prepare to be wowed by England's only true mountain forest. Rising 1000ft above sea level and set in the middle of the stunning Lake District National Park, Whinlatter offers a fantastic day out for all!
Newby Bridge
Join us on one of our favourite forest wanders exploring Chapel House, certainly one of the best pieces of commercial forestry in the South Lakes.
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54 reviewsWindermere
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District National Park. Our experiences are suitable for all including families, couples and friends, and we also offer group training courses that are suitable…
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54 reviewsNewby Bridge
A full day's experience learning the key skills of bushcraft and survival with our expert instructors, such as firelighting, shelter building and more.
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54 reviewsNewby Bridge
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die for, this is thriving not just surviving!
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54 reviewsFocussed 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.
Troutbeck, Penrith
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Stalwart Army truck, Paintballing, Air Rifles and many more!
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528 reviewsWe offer a range of private group experiences near Kendal, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today to start building your unique…
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46 reviewsNewby 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, Lake Windermere
This experience combines two of our most popular, all-year round, activities. We’ve listened to guest feedback and put together a 2-hour activity that combines 4x4 off-road driving with a mini bushcraft experience.
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334 reviewsWitherslack
Foulshaw Moss is an unusual habitat called a lowland raised mire – or a peat bog to you and me. This makes it a very special place to visit. Dogs on leads are welcome.
Kendal
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various types of alpaca experiences for people of all ages and abilities.
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