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!
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
We are a family run farming business which is home to 6000 free range hens, 420 lambing sheep plus lambs, a few cows, pigs, horses, 15 bee hives and our 9 working dogs.
Lowther Castle
Penrith
Cumbria
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.
Rookin House Farm, Troutbeck, Ullswater,
Penrith,
Cumbria,
Lake District
Equestrian and Activity Centre in Cumbria - The Lake District
Lake Access Point
Park Foot Holiday Park
Pooley Bridge
Cumbria
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.
Explore breathtaking views of Ullswater at your own pace with the hire of one of our self drive motor boats, rowing boats or canoes. Whether you're seeking adventure or a piece of tranquility, we have options for all!
The Friends of the Ullswater Way are a local group whose aim is to celebrate all that makes the Ullswater Valley special
Bell Cottage, Glenridding, Penrith CA11 0QR
Hiking Highs offers private walk guiding for the fells and mountains throughout the Lake District, alongside guided walking holidays and navigation tuition. Based in the heart of the Ullswater Valley.
Ullswater Yacht Club, Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith
An RYA Training Centre run by Ullswater Yacht Club offering learn-to-sail courses and taster sessions for all.
Howtown Road, Pooley Bridge, Penrith
A family-friendly sailing club on beautiful Ullswater with something for everyone. Learn to sail at our Ullswater Sailing School
Glenridding Tourist Information Centre
Glenridding
Penrith
eBike hire in the beautiful Ullswater valley.
Finkle St, Pooley Bridge, Penrith
Open 7 days a week, carrying over 100 different gins, 70 Cumbrian real ales, a plethora of Cumbrian spirits and liqueurs, and an eclectic mix of food, drink and outdoor clothing, there really is something for everyone.
