Adventure

Teenagers can be a challenge to entertain at the best of times as any parent will tell you. When you hit the road for a well-earned holiday, it’s important to have a game plan that takes them away from playing on their phones all day and ensures they have at least a little bit of fun.

Going for a walk as a family is a wonderful way to spend quality time together. You can take in the incredible scenery of the Lake District, breath some fresh, mountain air into your lungs and enjoy a real sense of adventure & discovery, together - and what’s more its completely free!

The Lake District is an amazing place to visit and there are hundreds of attractions for all the family. Whether you love hiking in the hills or love a relaxing boat ride on one of the many lakes, it can be a challenge to fit everything in on your first visit.

Not content to sit back, relax and soak up the views? Does a gentle stroll along a peaceful footpath not quite cut it? If you’re looking for a holiday packed with heart-thumping adventures, thrills, excitement and brand new experiences then if you’ve come to the Lakes you’ve come to the right place! We’ve put together some of our favourite Lake District Adventures to ensure your holiday is fun, action-packed and most importantly – unforgettable.

If you’re planning on a family visit to the Lake District this February half term then you might be wondering how you’re going to keep everyone entertained come rain or shine. Luckily there’s plenty on offer in and around the Lake District to ensure that a half term break in the Lakes will create wonderful family memories to treasure forever.

The best summer adventures are found in the Lake District, here you can enjoy long summer days filled with as much adventure as you can handle. Stunning lakes, commanding fells and a relaxed environment combine for a perfect summer holiday spot. Kayaking is a popular activity in the Lake District and in Coniston in particular. Coniston Water is a stunning stretch of water where you can launch your own kayak or hire boats and instruction if you are new to this fun way to explore the water.

There’s no doubt that the Lake District has some of the most amazing scenery and fantastic walks on the planet. If you’re booking a stay in one of our holiday cottages, you’ll certainly want to experience all that the region has to offer. Areas that are highly popular with walkers and local tourists are the bluebell woods. These are brilliant places to visit, especially during the spring, when the hills and meadows are filled with wonderfully coloured bluebells.

Anyone who has visited the Lake District and loves their walking will have heard of Alfred Wainwright. His books are still the definitive guides for hiking in the fells and you’ll often see trekkers walking along carrying one of his tomes.

Looking for ways to keep your little people entertained in the Lake District National Park this half term? Wanting to make the most of your hard-earned family holiday to the Lakes? We’ve put together some of our favourite family days out, things to see and places to go to help you and your family have the best possible half term ever!

There is no doubt that the Lake District is one of the most amazing places to visit if you like walking. The great news is it’s the perfect hiking location even during the winter. There are plenty of spectacular views and the odd welcoming hostelry where you can warm yourself in front of the fire.