Walking
Whether a stroller or a keen hiker, the Lake District offers a wealth of walks - by the lakeshore, in forests, in the valleys or along the high ridges & fells.

Horse Riding
Available from a variety of locations, the nearest being 4 miles away. We have a list of establishments from which to choose - hourly, half-day or full-day.

Cycling & Mountain Biking
Mountain bikes can be hired here in Ambleside or in Grisedale Forest, where there are many excellent trails.

Water Sports
Dinghy Sailing, Canoeing, Waterskiing and Windsurfing are all available on Lake Windermere. Rowing boats can be hired nearby at Waterhead.

Golf
Windermere is the nearest golf course, at which you need a handicap. Courses are also at Keswick, Kendal and a links course at Ulverston.

Fishing
Nearby Eshthwaite Water has its own trout fishery - rods are provided. For the more serious, Rothay Manor has two free permits for the local Angling Club waters, which has both coarse and game fishing on various rivers, tarns and reservoirs.