This summer, there's something for everyone in the Lake District. Whether you're looking for an active break or a more relaxed getaway, the possibilities are endless. These are just a few of the great activities available...

Minibus tours
Get better acquainted with the beautiful Lakeland scenery, towns and villages, with a guided minibus tour. It's the perfect way to see the Lake District and gather inspiration for independent trips of your own.

Lake District Tours – www.lakedistricttours.co.uk
Lakes Supertours – www.lakes-supertours.com
Mountain Goat – www.mountain-goat.com

Golf courses
Fresh air, gentle exercise and some of the most stunning scenery you could wish for – the Lake District is the perfect setting for a relaxing round of golf. Whatever level you're at, you'll find a course to suit you.

Windermere Golf Club – www.windermeregolfclub.net
Carus Green Golf Club – www.carusgreen.co.uk
Kendal Golf Club – www.kendalgolfclub.co.uk

Hot air ballooning
You don't need a special occasion to book a hot air balloon flight – soaring over the majestic Lakeland scenery is an event in itself! There's nothing to compare with the view you'll get as you drift over Lake Windermere.

High Adventure – www.high-adventure.co.uk
Virgin Balloon Flights – www.virginballoonflights.co.uk

Sailing courses
Messing about in boats is always great fun. Hire a yacht, canoe or kayak and enjoy a relaxed trip out on Lake Windermere.

O B Sailing – www.obsailing.co.uk
Canoe/Kayak Hire (full or half day hire available) – www.windermerecanoekayak.com

Cinema
Grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the latest blockbusters at one of the local cinemas. You might also find some lesser-known gems being screened, so take a look at what's on and you may be in for a surprise!
Royalty Cinema, Bowness – www.nm-cinemas.co.uk
Zeffirellis, Ambleside – www.zeffirellis.com

Bike hire
Get out and about on two wheels, and discover the Lake District at your own pace. With plenty of great trails to follow, and so much to discover along the way, you can cover a great distance more quickly than you'd think. Bicycles can be taken on the Windermere Steamers and most launches.

Country Lanes in Windermere – www.countrylaneslakedistrict.co.uk
For more information on cycling in Cumbria, visit www.cyclingcumbria.co.uk

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
One of the Lake District's most beloved sites, this wonderful attraction brings Beatrix Potter's world to life. Evocative, charming and informative, it's the perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon, and is sure to captivate kids of all ages.

The World of Beatrix Potter - www.hop-skip-jump.com