Rookin House

Outdoor activities

Whether you’re a novice or more experienced in outdoor adventure there are a range of outdoor activities to get involved in. From sailing and canoeing on the lake, taking a pony ride across the fells, rock climbing, or abseiling down a cliff there is no time to get bored!

Ullswater boasts some of the most beautiful walks around the Lake District, with many Wainright fells to conquer; including England’s highest peak Scafell Pike. Take in the breathtaking scenery, rugged, rural landscape and cascading waterfalls en route.

Ullswater is the hidden gem, off the beaten track and you’ll find some of the most exhilarating and thrilling outdoor activities in the Lake District to get involved in. There really is something for everyone from families who love to explore, to thrill seeking daredevils!

Rookin House
Rookin House Farm, Troutbeck, Ullswater,
Penrith,
Cumbria,
Lake District
CA11 0SS
017684 83561
Equestrian and Activity Centre in Cumbria - The Lake District
eBikes on Askham Fell, part of Lowther Estate
Lowther Castle
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 2HH
07525243159
Arragons Cycle Hire - Premium Cycle Hire from the beautiful surroundings of Lowther Castle Estate Trails. We also have collection available from Penrith & offer a delivery service direct to your accommodation.
Water sport hire on Ullswater
Lake Access Point
Park Foot Holiday Park
Pooley Bridge
Cumbria
CA10 2NA
07944015288
At Alfresco Adventures we offer canoe, stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and kayak hire on Ullswater from the Park Foot Holiday Park, Pooley Bridge between April and October.

You don’t need to be a guest at Park Foot Holiday Park to hire the equipment or join one of our instructor led experiences. You can just book via our website, come down and get involved in the fun!

We also offer a plethora of instructor led experiences across the Lake District National, such as ghyll scrambling. We also offer one hour archery experience twice per week onsite at the Park Foot Holiday Park.
Ullswater Steamers
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CA11 0PA https://what3words.com/major.astounded.request
07919 892139
eBike hire in the beautiful Ullswater valley.
Sheepdog Demonstrations
WHERE TO FIND US
SMITHY GARTH, PENRUDDOCK / PENRITH, CA11 0RD
Farm Tours ( CA11 0RA ) - What3Words - cyber.founding.slyly
Farm Shop ( CA11 0RD ) - What3Words : blown.alive.quiet
Sheep Dog Demo ( CA11 0LT ) - What3Words : daisy.vitals.blacken
CA11 0RD
07900 467 075
Ullswater Yacht Club
Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith
CA10 2NA
01768 807450
A family-friendly sailing club on beautiful Ullswater with something for everyone. Learn to sail at our Ullswater Sailing School
Friends of the Ullswater Way
01931 712 174
The Friends of the Ullswater Way are a local group whose aim is to celebrate all that makes the Ullswater Valley special
Ullswater Sailing School
Ullswater Yacht Club, Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith
CA10 2NA
01768 807450
An RYA Training Centre run by Ullswater Yacht Club offering learn-to-sail courses and taster sessions for all.