Browsing leisure activities within 8 miles of The Old Vicarage 

Windermere Railway Station, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AH, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 015394 44544, Email, www.countrylaneslakedistrict.co.uk

Hire a bike from the local cycle hire experts. We offer quality cycle hire, spares and repairs, route information and maps, day trips, short breaks and longer tours.

Grizedale, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJ, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01229 860010, Email, www.visitlakelandforests.co.uk

Grizedale Forest has activities for all ages from mountain biking to relaxing walks, Go-Ape to sculpture in the forest. The visitor centre includes the forest shop, Cafe in the Forest and Grizedale Mountain Bikes bike hire and shop.

Inspiration Marine Group Ltd, Gillys Landing Glebe Road, Bowness on Windemere, Cumbria, LA23 3HE, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 015394 47700, Email, www.totalsailing.co.uk

The Pier House, Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0US, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 017684 82229, Email, www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

The ‘Steamers’ create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the lake District

The Boathouse, Ferry Nab Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JH, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 44451, Email

Total adventure is an outdoor activity provider with facilities on the shores of Windermere.

Cleabarrow, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3NB, (6 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 43123, Email, www.windermeregolfclub.co.uk

An 18-hole, parkland golf course in the heart of the Lake District.

Brockhole, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ, (2 miles, 4kms), Email, www.brockhole.co.uk

Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and information centre. Lakeshore access for all.

Victoria Forge, Victoria Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AD, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 015394 47414, Email, www.kankku.co.uk

Kankku has specially prepared 4x4 vehicles that you drive on rough and rocky scenic trails through the Lake District National Park.

Langdale Estate, Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JD, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 015394 38066, www.langdale.co.uk

Brocklebank Ground House, Torver, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8BS, (6 miles, 10kms), Tel: 015394 49003, Email, www.jointadventures.co.uk

We are a mobile outdoor adventure company based in The Lake District. We operate all over The Lake District and can even collect you from where you are staying.

Grizedale Forest Visitor Centre, Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJ, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 0845 6439215, Email, goape.co.uk/days-out/grizedale

Take to the trees and tackle an exhilarating course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and zip slides high above the forest floor. A great experience to share with friends and family, providing lots of thrills and laughs.

Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BP, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 015394 47183, Email, www.lakesleisure.org.uk

Lakes Leisure Windermere is the perfect place to discover the Lake District on the lake itself. We're open seasonally from April - September!

Windermere Aquatic Complex, Glebe Road, Bowness-in-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HE, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 07407 422 798, Email, www.electric-mountain.co.uk

The Lake District's only electric bike specialists. We offer a comprehensive package of electric bike hire, guided rides, guided tours, bike sales and service.

Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW, (6 miles, 10kms), Tel: 015394 41366, Email, www.conistonboatingcentre.co.uk

There's something for everyone at Coniston Boating Centre, both on and off the water…

Ghyll Head, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LN, (7 miles, 12kms), Tel: 015394 43751, Email, www.oneeducation-outdoors.co.uk

Experience a wide range of activities and adventurous experiences from taster sessions and day courses to week long multi-activity residentials. Our team offer a warm and welcoming approach to ensure you are fully supported.

OB Sailing at Maiden Marine, Ferry Road, Ferry Nab, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JH, (3 miles, 5kms), Tel: 015395 52338, Email, www.obsailing.co.uk

Bare-boat charter and training yachts operated from superb jetties with a full yacht chandlery, boat brokerage and repair facility. Corporate events and team building.

Windermere, Cumbria, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 0845 094 9413, Email, www.lakes4ladies.com

Lakes4Ladies offers tailor made girls' breaks. Outdoor adventures, walking holidays, spa weekends, sophisticated hen parties, cultural trips and much more.

The Boathouse, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0QF, (5 miles, 9kms), Tel: 015394 36541, Email, www.hawksheadtrout.com

Esthwaite Water is the largest stocked lake in the North West of England, offering renowned top of the water action in true loch style, set amidst breathtaking scenery. Tuition available. Tackle shop onsite.

Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LJ, (2 miles, 4kms), Tel: 01539 447186, Email, www.treetoptrek.co.uk

35 exciting treetop challenges designed to enable you to swing, climb, balance and fly your way through the ancient woodland canopy whilst discovering views previously reserved for the squirrels and bats!

Cumbria, (4 miles, 6kms)

Picturesque Grasmere, home to William Wordsworth and famed for its annual sports, is the northernmost village in the southern Lake District.

Cumbria, (4 miles, 7kms)

The pretty, narrow cobbled streets, squares, courtyards and whitewashed cottages of Hawkshead make for an idyllic Lakeland setting.

Cumbria, (5 miles, 8kms)

Situated on the shores of lake Windermere, the bustling town of Bowness offers a great variety of visitor attractions, accommodation and shops.

Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0QQ, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 01539 822222

Cumbria, (0.1 miles, 0.2kms)

At the heart of the central and south lakes visitor experience, Ambleside bristles with activity and is an ideal base for exploring the county.

Cumbria, LA21 8EH, (6 miles, 10kms)

Coniston village is located adjacent to Coniston water and underneath the majestic Coniston Fells of which Coniston Old Man is the most famous.

Tarn Hows Main Car Park, Nr Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8, (6 miles, 10kms), Email, www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Tarn Hows is a stunning local beauty spot, artificially made in the 19th Century by joining 3 tarns together. In 1929 it was bought by Beatrix Potter who sold it to the National Trust. There is a 1.5 mile, level footpath around the tarn

Cycle Route: Tarn Hows Circuit, Near Consiton