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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.
Wet bouldering, Canyoning, Ghyll Scrambling, Rock hopping... Whatever you want to call it, whether…
If you enjoy high level excitements then why not step boldly over the edge of a near-vertical rock…
Golf Lake District is a new Golf tourism business that is promoting Golf courses and Hotels in the…
Experience the very best of England's Lake District with a journey aboard a renowned Windermere…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
We specialise in running relaxed sessions in a fun and informative environment. Following an…
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes.…
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
Opening for the 2024 season, new E-bike hire service - we are trialling a new active travel hub at…
Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses…
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and…
Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of…
Welcome to Lakeland's oldest, longest and most scenic railway! La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian…
Adjacent to our clay pigeon shooting site, nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate on the shores…
We offer Gorge Walking (also known as Ghyll Scrambling) for young explorers. An adventure aimed…
We are delighted to announce that we are now offering Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of…
Scrambling is an outdoor adventure experience that sits half way between hill walking and rock…
E-bike hire covering the Morecambe Bay and South Lakes area. A brand-new way to explore the…
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that…
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
The Lake District is one of the best places you can visit for Stargazing and is listed in the top…
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Ravenglass
Enjoy a beautiful 14 mile return journey as well as a delicious cream tea at Dalegarth Café in the Eskdale Room. Your cream tea includes a selection of sandwiches (ham, cheese, egg mayo and tuna mayo), home-baked fruit scones with butter, jam and…
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1940 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.
Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents provide high quality, professionally guided adventure activities here in the Lake District. Connect with nature and join us ghyll scrambling, canyoning, rock climbing, abseiling and rock scrambling…
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1043 reviewsEskdale Valley
Experience canoeing on one of the Lake Districts most remote and impressive lakes and take a journey on the deepest lake in England taking in the views of the Scafell Massif.
We offer a variety of Bushcraft experiences that will delight and inspire the youngest to the oldest adventurer. With survival at its core, we explore this ancient art and follow in the footsteps of our ancestors.
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458 reviewsCockermouth
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…
AMBLESIDE
Helm Crag is a famous fells in the central Lake District situated to the north of Grasmere. It sits prominently at the end of a ridge, easily seen from the village of Grasmere. One of the Wainwright's and one of the most recognised hills in the Lake…
Carlisle
Hear about Carlisle Luguvalium, the Wall fort Uxcellodunum then, off to visit our fabulous Wall as you tour the north Cumbrian landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy wonderful scenery along the Wall route.
Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Various locations in Cumbria
Our cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Cumbria. Designed with the thoughtful traveller in mind, we aim to show you the hidden gems of the Lake District and also offer the option of electric bikes.
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 reviewsNewby 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 reviewsWindermere
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and information centre. Lakeshore access for all.
Wasdale
Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
Grange-over-Sands
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's ideal for those who love this special nature reserve and want to see something new, as well as those who haven't visited before and would like exclusive…
Various Locations in the Lakes
If you are looking for something exciting and adventurous to do whilst in the Lake District then Canyoning is the answer! Canyoning is a really good choice if you enjoy being in water and are looking for an adrenaline rush. You will be in a mountain…
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1055 reviewsBoot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
Keswick
Just past the famous Ashness Bridge, clamber up the hill to the right from the road to experience the rewards of Surprise View.
Bowness-on-Windermere
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.
Coniston
Float back to Victorian times as you indulge in a luxurious cruise on captivating Coniston water in this exquisite steam-powered craft.
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