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Cumbria and the Lake District are England’s adventure playgrounds, with an almost inexhaustible list of activities to test your mind and muscle. From walking to abseiling, zorbing to kayaking, this is the place to be for an action-packed adventure holiday. We’ll cater not just to the adventure activities you want to do, but we can also show you a bunch of others that you didn’t realise you wanted to try!
Home to England’s highest mountain and its largest and deepest lakes, the Lake District’s unique landscape is the best natural outdoor terrain for all kinds of adventure activities of both the dry and wet kind. One moment you could be flying through the trees on a zipwire in Grizedale Forest, the next you’re trying to stay dry on a paddleboard on Lake Windermere. It’s just as easy to play a round of golf with a dramatic mountain backdrop as it is to wade into a fast-flowing stream for a spot of wild water fishing. And how about scaling some rocks…did you know that the Lake District, Cumbria was the birthplace of modern rock climbing?
Adventure Inspiration
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Following secret ravines by scrambling up waterfalls, boulder hopping along the streambed and…
Fun filled, adrenalin pumping adventure in the stunning Lake District. Lakes Laser Tag is a fun…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District.…
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
Mere Mountains is a long standing local provider of activities in Cumbria and the South Lakes. …
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Eskdale
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with massive jumps into crystal clear waters. The pools are deep and big offering lots of swimming and scrambling along the rocky edges too.
Keswick
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass bearing? Come along on our intermediate navigation course to find out how.
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77 reviewsKeswick
Sun, Wind or Rain this is the favourite activity for visitors to Newlands. Ghyll Scrambling is a wet decent of a Lakeland mountain stream, We are based just twenty minutes walk away from the top of the ghyll which means the only thing getting soaked…
Coniston
Explore one of the Lake District’s famous lakes, Coniston Water, and see the magnificent scenery from a canoe. We'll tailor the day to suit you - whether it’s a fun day of games, exploring the lake and splashing with the whole family or a relaxing…
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458 reviewsWindermere
Join Green Man Survival for our most in depth and demanding survival challenge. You will spend 72 hours surviving in our private woodland learning a wealth of skills and knowledge that will enable you to thrive in this stunning habitat.
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54 reviewsHave you ever wanted to climb the highest mountain in the UK or maybe take on a mountain horseshoe and reach 9 summits in one day? Whatever it is that you have always wanted to do, you can hire one of our fully qualified and insured mountain…
Cartmel
Lakeland Segway is the best place to Segway in the Lakes. Offering guided Segway tours around the beautiful grounds that surround Cartmel Racecourse and The Holker Estate.
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770 reviewsTroutbeck, Penrith
Rookin House offers a 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 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.
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 reviewsHawkshead, Lake Windermere
With stunning views of Lake Windermere on the private Graythwaite Estate, our course is a real gem taking in the natural landscape with instruction delivered by our qualified team. We’re stoked to teach first time drivers and improve the skills of…
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334 reviewsWindermere
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with Windermere Lake Cruises self-drive boat hire. Whether you crave the quiet charm of a classic rowboat or the effortless glide of an electric motorboat, we've…
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4511 reviewsSt Johns in the Vale, Keswick
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and casting tuition for individuals, groups, and corporate clients. Featured on TV with our friend Matt Hayes and on the BBC and ITV News.
Keswick
Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the picturesque village of Portinscale, just a 20-minute walk from Keswick.
The sport of rock climbing was essentially born here, and the Lake District has a rich heritage of climbing throughout the fells. We have developed a range of venues that make it easier to access rock climbing for people with additional needs.
Windermere
Boat Hire and Kayaking at Brockhole Visitor Centre on the shore of Windermere
Coniston
There's something for everyone at Coniston Boating Centre, both on and off the water. You can hire motor boats, rowing boats, sailing dinghies, canoes and paddleboards to explore the lake in a style that suits you. We have a wheelchair-accessible…
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