Outdoor activities in the Lake District

Discover open-water swimming at England's most impressive lake - Windermere stands as the country's largest and second deepest body of freshwater. First-timers should review our wild swimming guidelines before taking the plunge.

VIP Lake Tours offers various vessels, excursion types, and scheduling options. Visit their site to explore all possibilities and select your ideal lake experience.

Get involved with classic sailing techniques through Sailing Windermere. Alternatively, simply relax and admire the scenery. Ian provides two-hour expeditions accommodating groups of up to four.

Graythwaite Adventure delivers eco-friendly off-road driving experiences on their 4x4 course, plus archery, bushcraft, and numerous other outdoor pursuits. Explore their complete offering online.

Wakesurfing has gained tremendous popularity on Windermere. The lake's 10mph speed restriction creates perfect conditions, as specially designed boats generate substantial wave formations. This activity beautifully blends elements of water skiing and surfing.

Whether ascending or descending via abseil - known as either Canyoning or Ghyll scrambling - waterfall adventures provide ideal all-weather entertainment. Browse available services on our provider list.

Play a round at Windermere Golf Club with special rates for Lindeth Fell guests. Located just five minutes away, it offers some of Britain's most stunning course views. Contact our reception to arrange your tee time.

Experience traditional country activities at Michael Coates, including clay pigeon shooting, archery, and axe throwing. They also accommodate corporate functions and private celebrations.

Channel your inner Countryfile star by riding magnificent heavy horses along Silecroft's shoreline with Cumbrian Heavy Horses. Low tide reveals expansive hard-packed sand for an exhilarating equestrian adventure.

Across the water near Hawkeshead lies Grizedale Forest, featuring extensive purpose-built mountain biking trails suitable for all skill levels and confidence ranges. The area also houses a Go Ape center and forest sculpture trail.

The Lake District is the birthplace of mountaineering, offering approachable terrain for beginners. Always engage qualified, insured professional guides who know established, approved routes rather than attempting solo climbs.

Elevate your winter adventure with LDNPA Fell Top Assessors near Kirkstone Pass. Equipment rental is available as you master ice-axe techniques along the spectacular Striding Edge.

The Via Ferrata Xtreme at Honister traverses the steep faces of Fleetwith Pike, hundreds of meters above Honister Pass. This combination of historic miners' paths, cliff-mounted ladders, and wire walkways demands physical capability and unwavering courage.