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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
Whether you’re a complete beginner, indoor climber, or competent trad climber, we can tailor the…
More Than Mountains was set up over twelve years ago to share our passion for exploring the hills…
To be able to walk the track taken by the miners of old, to explore the hidden gems beneath our…
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…
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across…
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick's largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK's longest…
This is closely related to Gorge scrambling only this time we are heading downsteam. More jumping…
Anyone Can is an inclusive adventure company. We welcome those with additional needs and those…
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale…
If you are looking to take your hill and mountain walking to the next level, this could be just…
Treetop Lake District is home to award-winning high ropes adventures, Treetop Trek and Treetop Nets…
Adventure in the High trees! Treetop Nets offers an amazing new way to play high up in the tree…
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District.…
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the…
Green Man Survival provides survival and bushcraft training and experiences in the Lake District…
There is gorge scrambling, there is canyoning, then there is The Esk Gorge. A mega place with…
For a fun and accessible adrenaline hit, stepping out over a 150ft drop is hard to beat! We offer…
Have you ever walked on thin air? Get your heart racing while experiencing breathtaking scenery…
Graythwaite Adventure are privileged to be able to offer this expedition training course for anyone…
A spectacular gyrocopter trial flight and unique flying lesson. You have the thrill of taking…
The perfect way to keep the kids (and adults) entertained all day whilst on a Lakeland…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
The Lake District is England’s Adventure playground
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Langdale
Stickle Ghyll is a fantastic ascent of a gorge in the Langdale valley. The location is stunning and parking is plentiful. If you are in the National Trust the parking is free, otherwise expect to pay. There are toilet blocks in the car park and two…
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1053 reviewsHawkshead
Nestled between Windermere and Coniston, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hub in Grizedale Forest packs a punch with both action and adventure. Explore the forest on two wheels with our all-terrain Segways or test your nerve amongst the trees…
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869 reviewsAccessible Canoeing in the Lake District - Open to everyone - A Full Day with lunch.
Tranquilly paddle along a beautiful, tree-lined river with the steam train passing on the shoreline and the current tugging gently from below towards the sea…
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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1053 reviewsWindermere
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 reviewsWhicham, 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.
This is the ideal activity for groups of 8 or more who want to challenge both their mind and body. Our raft building, bushcraft, and hill walking sessions help you develop outdoor skills and cooperation.
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46 reviewsWindermere or Kirkby Lonsdale
Come and try clay pigeon shooting at either our site near Windermere or Kirkby Lonsdale. Our recommended age is from 12 upwards. With no experience required and a guarantee that we will get you hitting clays. All sessions are run by our instructors…
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1104 reviewsGraythwaite
We may be biased but genuinely believe we run watersports from one of the best locations in the Lake District; Grubbins Point on Windermere. From this sheltered bay on the southwest shore, we offer both instructed lessons and canoe hire. Journeying…
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332 reviewsVarious Locations in the Lakes
Activities in Lakeland take the hassle out of arranging activities and events in the Lake District. With 20 years' experience of organising activity packages, breaks and events exclusively around the Lake District, we have the local knowledge to…
We offer a range of private group experiences near Ambleside, 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…
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46 reviewsGet your hands and feet on the rock and climb your way to the top of a rock climbing route in the beautiful Lake District. Our expert, professional instructors will kit you out with all the safety kit that you need and will coach and support you as…
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1043 reviewsNewby Bridge
Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south while everyone gets the hang of handling their boats in the sheltered water. When we are ready we turn round and explore the wider Lake Winderemere as…
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…
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
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