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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.
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes.…
We offer a range of private group experiences throughout the Lake District National Park, including…
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are…
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars,…
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. It is known as the cradle of…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…
The Swallows and Amazons app is your guide to the places that inspired the legendary book series…
Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die…
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake…
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging…
Sublime Symmetry is an exhibition featuring 60 pots, tiles and vases from the De Morgan Collection,…
Talkin Tarn is a great destination for the whole family. Come and find out why Talkin Tarn really…
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track…
A fantastic, adventurous canyoning experience. Slides, jumps and scrambling in the water - this one…
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various…
A family-friendly club with clubhouse and changing facilities on the lakeside, offering sailing on…
We are an established family business that specialises in canyoning and ghyll scrambling. We also…
Fancy feeling the freedom of abseiling down a cliff or off a railway viaduct? If you enjoy high…
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding…
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of…
Beatrix Potter's iconic house, full of her personal possessions, with traditional cottage garden.…
Mountain adventures are our speciality. Family Adventure days, Guided Walking, Navigation…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Windermere
Specialist bike hire for everyone from 3 great locations around Lake Windermere. Electric bikes. Mountain bikes. Kid's bikes. Kid's seats and trailers. We have planned routes for you available as maps and downloads.
Lake District
Explore the wonderful high fells of the English Lake District. You will be guided by an expert mountain leader and supported to develop confidence and skills to enjoy more challenging and exposed walks.
We offer a range of private group experiences throughout the Lake District National Park, including ghyll scrambling, canyoning, canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing and more. We also provide outdoor team building experiences, so get in touch today…
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46 reviewsBassenthwaite
Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys Hugo, Hector, Herbie, Dougal and…
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…
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Ulverston
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. It is known as the cradle of Quakerism as the movement was founded here almost 400 years ago. Visitors can relax in our cosy cafe or browse for something special in our gift shop.…
Saddle Skedaddle is the world’s leading independent cycling holiday specialist, with over 200 cycling holidays across the globe (including right here in the Lake District too!)
Bridge Ln, Penrith
Eden Arts is an artist-led organisation based in Eden in Cumbria. Eden Arts hosts a range of gigs, exhibitions and activities at their base in The Old Fire Station in Penrith.
Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from the Windermere Jetty Museum collection. Hop aboard our 30 minute cruise to experience the peaceful calm of the lake.
The Swallows and Amazons app is your guide to the places that inspired the legendary book series written by Arthur Ransome. Navigate to the places that inspired the fictional locations, receive notifications about upcoming events, listen to extracts…
Newby 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 reviewsHawkshead, Lake Windermere
Nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake frontage, is our magical bushcraft base where we love to welcome those seeking a real outdoor experience. Our bushcraft experiences are relaxed, fun and…
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330 reviewsKendal
Lakeland Arts' much-loved art collection includes paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture ranging from the 1700's to the present. In our refreshed collection galleries discover the stories of our extraordinary collection pieces and the people…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Sublime Symmetry is an exhibition featuring 60 pots, tiles and vases from the De Morgan Collection, including examples of De Morgan's Middle Eastern-inspired designs and glistening lustreware.
Brampton
Talkin Tarn is a great destination for the whole family. Come and find out why Talkin Tarn really does have something for everyone. Explore ancient woodlands, easy footpaths, glacial tarns. Enjoy tearoom treats, stunning views, family adventures.…
Barrow-in-Furness
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track wildlife across the reserve using different equipment and techniques, with the help of our expert guides.
Coniston
A fantastic, adventurous canyoning experience. Slides, jumps and scrambling in the water - this one has it all for an adrenaline based 2-3 hours! You must be confident and comfortable in water and being submerged in it. Suitable for adults and…
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1053 reviewsKendal
Enjoy an unforgettable experience with our gentle-natured, inquisitive alpacas, we offer various types of alpaca experiences for people of all ages and abilities.
Howtown, Penrith
A family-friendly club with clubhouse and changing facilities on the lakeside, offering sailing on beautiful Ullswater from March until November with something for everyone, young and old, novices or experienced sailors.
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