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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.
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the…
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our…
A climbing session on a mountain crag or rocky outcrop is one way to keep fit, and challenge…
Carus Green Golf Club is based on the edge of the English Lake District and has become popular due…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Visit Carlisle Cathedral, centrally located in the heart of the city. Whether for worship, events,…
A tranquil haven with an almost-forgotten industrial past. Walled garden with outstanding medicinal…
Enjoy a guided tour around the magnificent Coniston Water and immerse yourself in its stunning…
Canoe, Paddleboard, Kayaking in Windermere, Lake District. Tailored made courses from sea to surf,…
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient…
Totally unique to Lakeland Ascents and not found anywhere else in the Lakes, or the UK for that…
A unique and interactive experience for children and families that is truly unforgettable! Children…
Get your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the…
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere is a picturesque…
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This…
There is no doubt that a visit to the award winning Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket…
Canyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric…
Road biking is quite a thing here in the Lake District, but the undulating landscape can be…
Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and…
Meet Coniston's heroes, John Ruskin, artist, radical and seer and Donald Campbell, speed ace. View…
The Lake District is one of the UK’s premier MTB destinations – with a vast network of thrilling…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Ravenglass
Set in the beautiful gardens of Muncaster Castle, the Hawk & Owl Centre offers exhilarating bird of prey flying displays daily from Easter to Christmas plus the wild heron feed daily year-round.
Stramongate, Kendal
A masterpiece of storytelling; 350 years of social history and a celebration of life, revolutions and remarkable people....made by 4,000 people. Facilities: Gift Shop, Cafe, Audio guides, Films, Interactive Displays, Children's Activities.
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191 reviewsVarious locations in Cumbria
Tailor made self guided, walking, cycling and touring holidays with luxury and classic accommodation showing you the hidden gems of the area.
Canyoning is like Ghyll Scrambling, but on steroids! Join us as we journey down an atmospheric canyon in the heart of the Lake District. Abseil down waterfalls - test your nerve on big committing jumps - enjoy epic slides and zip-lines. This is…
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1041 reviewsOld Hutton, Kendal
We are an outdoor activity centre for the disabled and those with special needs, this includes Adults, Families, Schools and Groups. Everyone is welcome at Bendrigg. You will be celebrated not accommodated. Our vision is for an inclusive society…
Ambleside
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland holiday! These days aim to blend rock climbing, rock scrambling and abseiling to give a varied and always fun experience in beautiful locations.
The cliffs at St Bees (named after St Bega) are dramatic, composed of striking red sandstone some over 300ft high. There is an RSPB nature reserve.
Cumbria
Mountain passes have been important thoroughfares in the Lake District ever since people needed to travel from one valley to another, because the distance around the mountains was usually very long. This scenic and atmospheric walk follows these old…
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.
Throughout Cumbria
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills and mountains of the English Lake District. We specialise in designing bespoke days out that are tailored to meet your goals and aspirations.
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77 reviewsUllswater
We all have our own personal Mount Everest, climbing is one way to conquer yours. Rock Climbing whether indoors or outdoors is a great group or family activity. With the opportunity for learning the basic skills and looking after each others safety…
Windermere
Join Green Man Survival in our private woodland on the shores of Windermere to discover the ancient art of archery. We will learn a little about the history of this primitive skill and have the chance to experience how tricky it must have been for…
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54 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 reviewsPenrith
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes.
Windermere
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
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 reviewsPenrith
An unrivalled range of 1,2 and 3 day courses in the Arts, Crafts, Heritage skills, Baking, Textiles, Raku pottery, Wood /Stone carving, Willow & Wire, Ceramics, Glass, Silver and much much more.
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.
Barrow-in-Furness
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. The museum is a great day out for all with a popular playground, attractive Channelside walks, cafe…
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…
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