Things to do in Cumbria
Day Admission
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on todayFrom £11<!-- converted from markdown --> Please note that booking is not essential but if you would like to book your tickets in advance or you have an online gift voucher to redeem, they are available here!<br />With the backdrop of the Skiddaw massif journ..
Hill Tops and Train Tracks - private guided Discovery Walk
<!-- converted from markdown --> Begin your day with a short journey on the famously scenic ‘Settle-Carlisle’ Railway from Garsdale Station along the Mallerstang Valley to reach our starting point at Kirkby Stephen station. <br /><br />From here we f..
Bird of Prey Experience
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on Fri 22nd AugFrom £75<!-- converted from markdown --> An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. <br />After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display on the park your experience will begin. Our falconer will teach you how to recall and hold the birds, starting wit..
Alpaca Walking
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £75<!-- converted from markdown --> Get up close and personal with our Alpacas, for participants aged 16 years and over. <br />Alpacas are friendly and inquisitive animals and just like us they enjoy a bit of fresh air and exercise. Meet our five boys H..
Ultimate Animal Experience
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £75<!-- converted from markdown --> The Ultimate Animal Experience is something that you will never forget! This experience is suitable for adults and children aged 8 years & over and is the perfect way to meet three of your favourite species of ani..
Bushcraft, 2 hour introduction, with Graythwaite Adventure
BushcraftInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFor those seeking a real outdoor experience, join us for an introduction to bushcraft experience in the ancient woodland nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, 5,000 acres of managed woodland, parkland and lake frontage on the shores of Lake Wi..
Archery and Axe Throwing with Graythwaite Adventure
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFor those wanting to improve their aim or perhaps try something new, archery and axe throwing is one of our most popular activities and a lot of fun. Enjoyed as individual activities or bookable together, with the chance to exercise your archery ski..
Clay Pigeon Shooting with Graythwaite Adventure
WildlifeInstant booking!Next on tomorrowOur clay pigeon shooting site is nestled in the heart of Graythwaite Estate, on the shores of Windermere, where we love to welcome first timers and experienced shots alike. We specialise in running relaxed sessions in a fun and informative environme..
4x4 Off-Road Driving, Land Rover Defender with Graythwaite Adventure
TourInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £150Get behind the wheel with this brilliant 4x4 experience with Graythwaite Adventure. With careful planning and consideration for the natural landscape, we’ve designed the Lake District’s only off-road course with BORDA (British Off Road Driving Assoc..
2 day Advanced navigation training - Lake District
Bushcraft<!-- converted from markdown --> For this bespoke advanced course, we head to the Lake District for 2 full days of training which provides much more time to practice the skills in more complex terrain providing the ideal environment to learn from you..
RIB boat tours on Windermere with Graythwaite Adventure
TourInstant booking!Next on tomorrowFrom £140Hop on board our skippered BRIG Navigator RIB for a fun tour on Windermere. With seats for up to 9 passengers, there's plenty of space for you and your family and friends too. From exploring the quiet bays and wildlife spotting, to seeing some of th..
Guided Coast To Coast Walk
<!-- converted from markdown --> Coast to Coast Guided Walking Holiday Join us on our Coast to Coast Guided Walking Holiday and follow in the footsteps of Wainwright. This is a guided holiday with a Mountain Leader The Coast to Coast walk is 192 mile..
Lake District Activity Break
<!-- converted from markdown --> The Lake District is the perfect UK destination for an adventure!<br />With Mountains and Hills to climb, Lakes and Rivers to traverse and even an old mine to explore, there's so many ways to get you and your group ta..
UK Activity Break (Off-Peak)
<!-- converted from markdown --> Either side of our busiest months (April - August), we're delighted to offer our off-peak activity package.<br />Join us in May, September or October for all the same fun and adventure, but with a bit shaved off the ..
Lake District Activity Week
Cycling<!-- converted from markdown --> Use your 12 activity points each spread across your stay, and we'll put together your perfect itinerary.<br />Just meet us in the Keswick area and we'll take it from there! <br /><br />Package includes:<br />12 activi..
Blencathra via Sharp Edge, Guided scramble in the Lake District
<!-- converted from markdown --> A guided ascent of Blencathra via the ridges of Sharp Edge and Halls Fell with a fully qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor. Introducing the movement skills and route choice for scrambling. A perfect way t..
Full Day on the Fells Llama Trekking Adventure
Tour<!-- converted from markdown --> Our award winning Social Enterprise, Alpacaly Ever After, has launched our most exciting adventure yet! Available for the very first time in the UK or Europe, our Full Day on the Fells Llama trekking Adventure is goin..
Helvellyn via Striding Edge, guided scramble in the Lake District
<!-- converted from markdown --> A guided ascent of Helvellyn via the ridges of Striding and Swirral Edge with a fully qualified Mountaineering and Climbing Instructor. Introducing the movement skills and route choice for scrambling. A perfect way to..
Cruise on the Lake District's Most Beautiful Lake
TourFrom £12<!-- converted from markdown --> Join us on board one of our heritage vessels and enjoy a calming cruise along Ullswater, the most beautiful lake in the Lake District. Ullswater 'Steamers' have been sailing on Ullswater for over 160 years, giving pas..
The Spice Trail
Tour<!-- converted from markdown --> A guided tour of some of the finest culinary highlights in the region, guaranteed to tantalise taste buds. Visit Grasmere Gingerbread for a taste of the secret recipe containing spices originally brought into the Lake..
Quaker Tapestry Museum
CraftsInstant booking!Next on todayFrom £5350 years of social history and Quaker stories are brought to life in more than 40 vibrant embroidered panels all housed within this architecturally stunning and original Georgian Meeting House.<br />Our unique and fascinating museum takes you on a ..
Hike The Fantastic Four Peaks of Cumbria
<!-- converted from markdown --> Troops this is the Robust event that allows you to take in the best that Lakeland has to offer you. Have you ever been asked if you've conquered Sharp Edge, Swirral Edge, Striding Edge and Jack’s Rake? Well it's time ..
Lake District Wild Camp and Navigation Training Weekend
Camp<!-- converted from markdown --> Learn navigation and wild camping skills on a two day hiking adventure in the spectacular Langdale Valley. We will meet on the Saturday morning in Langdale, from where we will head on to the hills for a weekend of nav..
Lake District Skyline 2 day mini-trek
<!-- converted from markdown --> This great two day mini-trek was inspired by one of the days from Wainwright’s Whitsuntide Walk. Day 1 leads us from the lakeside of Keswick’s Derwent Water and via a high traverse of Catbells, Maiden Moor and Dale He..
The Dirty Dozen - 12 Lake District Mountains!
<!-- converted from markdown --> Join us on a big day out! A full circuit of the Coniston skyline, taking in 12 mountain summits, 9 of which are Wainwrights, including Coniston Old Man, Swirl How and Wetherlam. ItineraryWe will meet in Coniston vill..
Rock Climbing and Abseiling Activity
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> Rock Climbing is a dynamic and growing sport that appeals to people from all walks of life. Finding a safe avenue to discover and experience the sport for the first time can be tricky. We aim to facilitate this by cho..
Ghyll Scrambling
<!-- converted from markdown --> Ghyll Scrambling never disappoints! This activity is a top seller and involves descending an amazing mountain stream with plenty of jumping, sliding, and diving into beautiful emerald-colored plunge pools. The highlig..
Canoe Camping Expeditions
Camp<!-- converted from markdown --> Love canoeing and being in the great outdoors? Then why not combine both activities on one of our canoe and camping expeditions with Keswick Adventures?<br />Canoeing is one of the most popular adventure pursuits in t..
Canyoning Extreme
<!-- converted from markdown --> This extreme popular Lake District activity is ghyll scrambling but taken to the next level – partnered with abseiling! All under the safe guidance of your experienced instructors – adding to an amazing day out in Kes..
Raft Building
Canoeing<!-- converted from markdown --> Design and build your own raft using the equipment provided, before setting sail on the lake to test it out. It’s not as easy as it looks! Why not challenge each other to a raft race? No cheating mind!ItineraryMeeting..
Lakes Family Groups Climbing day!
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> Tailored to your group. Activities can be joined to make a fun day for the family e,g, scrambling and navigation or climbing and abseiling. Or you may want to share the experience of a classic climb or learn and devel..
Navigation and Guided Walks
<!-- converted from markdown --> Your session will be tailor-made depending on your level enabling you to develop the skills to navigate confidently in a mountain environment. Or if you simply want to have the assurance of an excellent guide on a day..
Lake District Scrambling
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> Spend the day on Lake District ridges including spectacular and classic outings and lesser-known gems. Atmospheric ghyll scrambles which give a wonderful experience of special beauty and intrigue. <br />Tailored to ab..
2 Hours Indoor Wall Session
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> We'll spend a couple of hours getting to grips with the walls at either King Kong Keswick wall or Kendal Climbing Centre. This adventure is suitable for all levels and can be tailored to suit you! Whether you're a fir..
Self Rescue and Problem Solving
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> Covering the theory and principles of Self Rescue and practising them in a controlled environment. This is often a confusing and neglected area in the teaching of climbing. This course will demystify self-rescue givin..
Learning/Improving Trad Leading
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> This adventure is perfect for those with previous experience who wants to learn to lead or improve their leading skills. We'll get on the rocks and develop your skills in trad leading!<br />Reviewing basics and assess..
Classic Climbs
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> This adventure is perfect for adventurers with some experience of rock climbing and seconding roped climbs who want to learn more and develop their skills or have specific routes that you would like to climb. Check ou..
Rock Climbing Improvers
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> A great way to improve your base knowledge of climbing. If you know the basics and want to develop your skill set, then this day on the rocks is for you.<br />Many aspects can be covered depending on your interest <br..
Introduction to Rock Climbing
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> This adventure is perfect if you've been on a rock before, but are still a "beginner". Although this is still a great adventure for those who have never even looked at a rock!<br />We'll start from the bottom and buil..
Beginners Taster Session
Climbing<!-- converted from markdown --> This MicroAdventure is perfect for anyone who is new to the fantastic sport of rock climbing. You'll be taken through things like; movement on a rock, basic ropework, seconding climbs, and abseiling.<br />There's no b..
Ghyll Scrambling
<!-- converted from markdown --> This adrenaline fuelled, challenging activity sliding down natural rock chutes into plunge pools and jumps from waterfalls, all add up to a wonderful, exhilarating experience as you drop into the crystal, clear mounta..
One day Family Trek - Pack Pony Style!
Camp<!-- converted from markdown --> From our base at the foot of Windermere, we can take family groups on a one day adventure following an old packhorse route. <br />You'll start the day by meeting the herd of The Hades Hill Fell Ponies and making frien..
Lake District Classic Edges - In A Day!
<!-- converted from markdown --> Take on 4 of the most iconic scrambles in the Lakes Complete Striding Edge, Swirrel Edge Complete Sharps and Halls Fell Ridge An incredible distance 34 Km / 24 miles Over 3000 Meters of altitude gain!!! Totally u..
Scafell Pike Sunset Walk
<!-- converted from markdown --> Watch the Sunset in a truly unique way. Take in the amazing feeling as the sun goes down over the Lake District. This is an amazing way to walk up England highest mountain and even more memorable way to end 1 day and ..
Minimising Impact - Off-Road Bike
Cycling<!-- converted from markdown --> A 2-day course where we will show you how to enjoy your mountain biking in an ethically and environmentally responsible manner. We will show you where you can and can't ride, how to plan a ride using a map and also ho..
Walk The Lakes - 4 day walk!
<!-- converted from markdown --> A 4-day journey across the Lake District taking in the highest mountain in England, Scafell Pike, as well as other luminaries such as Fairfield, Helvellyn, and Blencathra. We will start at Wasdale Head and tackle Scaf..
Haystacks Photography Workshop Walk
<!-- converted from markdown --> This day-long mini-adventure is a real treat for any budding photographer. You'll join seasoned photographer, Nick Landells, on a trek up Haystacks, learning more about landscape photography and snapping one of the La..
Lake District Hiking - 'Heaven & Hell'
<!-- converted from markdown --> A two-day adventure in the Lake District, go from the “Heaven” up above to the “Hell” down below.... Get introduced to the art of Scrambling, on one of Britain's best ridges - Helvellyn. On day two explore the ench..
Robust Lakes - Hike Three of the Highest Peaks
<!-- converted from markdown --> This tough event will take you to new Heights including the highest point in England! At a total of 2859 Metres we will begin by climbing Skiddaw (931m) then it's onto Helvellyn (950m) before finishing on the Highest ..
Tops, Tipis and Tarns. 2 Day Hike & Wild Camp
Camp<!-- converted from markdown --> Join us in one of the most stunning and wild areas of the Lake District for a 2 day adventure away from civilisation. We will take in some of the most beautiful mountains and terrain the lakes has to offer, Crinkle Cr..