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Lake District Activities

www.millyardstudios.co.uk
A working space for artists, Exhibitions and open days, Specialist courses and workshops. A fantastic studio in the cultural village of Staveley nr. Windermere hosted by David Penn and Pam Williamson.

www.zestuk.co.uk
Zest UK is Lancashire’s only activity and social club for people of all ages.

www.nationaltrust.co.uk/fellfootpark
Fell Foot Park the National Trust Gardens in Newby Bridge are a great place to picnic sail and have fun with the kids.

www.stridingedge.co.uk
Striding Edge is a great band that harness the spirit of Cumbria. Available to play at any venue.
Striding Edge create vital, uplifting dance music and song rooted in Lakeland tradition. They've spent eleven years on the road, continuously playing concerts and ceilidhs all around England, with occasional forays abroad. Through hard work and personal recommendation by their clients, they have evolved into one of the most popular English roots-ceilidh bands from the North West.

www.lake-district-peninsulas.co.uk/attractions
For more information on the Ancient market town of Ulverston which is the birth place of Stan Laurel and also home of the World renowned Welfare State Arts Company now under the title of Lanternhouse Arts.

www.booths.co.uk
Booths Supermarkets in Windermere and Ulveston are open until 8pm Mon-Sat and 4pm on Sun. They stock a wide variety of groceries and specialise in local and organic produce.

www.lakesaquarium.co.uk
Explore the Lakes of the world and discover some incredible creatures – from otters in Asia, piranhas in the Americas and cheeky marmosets in the Rainforest. Not forgetting all your favourite creatures that live a bit closer to home, including diving ducks in the spectacular underwater tunnel, as well as seahorses and rays at the seashore. Remember to pay a visit to the world’s first Virtual Dive Bell. Experience an amazing interactive adventure and come face to face with awesome virtual creatures including a terrifying shark, changing hippo and fierce crocodile – without getting wet! .

www.cumbria-calling.co.uk
This site covers all you need to know about the Lake District and Cumbria and has an up-to-date list of all attractions and events in the area, weather and the history of the Lake District.

www.goape.co.uk
Go Ape - high wire forest adventure, best tourism experience 2005. In the heart of the Lake Districts Grizedale Forest.

www.cumbria.gov.uk
Recycle waste such as paper, bottles and cans (sites in Windermere, Backbarrow and Ulverston, see this site for details).

www.keswickmuseum.co.uk
Early stone axes and many other archaeological finds can be seen along with artworks from the local area at.

www.lakedistrictllamas.co.uk
Why not have a truly unique experience and go llama trekking? Lake District Llama Trekking offers llama treks and picnics in different locations in the area

www.nationaltrust.com
Explore Lakeland towns and villages and discover the history of the area at its castles and historical houses many of which are owned by the National Trust.

www.wilfs-cafe.co.uk
Visit Wilf’s Café in Staveley nr. Kendal for locally sourced vegetarian food and areal hip place to hangout. You can enjoy free guided walks on Fridays and Sundays in the summer months.

www.cartmelstickytoffeepudding.co.uk
The Lake District is the home of the World famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding once tasted never forgotten mmmmm…

www.masonsarmsstrawberrybank.co.uk
Local Damson Gin and Ale can be sampled along with expertly prepared gourmet food at the picturesque Mason’s Arms at Strawberry Bank just over the hill from the Fell Foot Woods.

www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk
Low Sizergh Barn has won many awards for its organic local produce and its working organic dairy farm. Why not visit its newly refurbished café (refurbished by local bespoke furniture designer John Purcell www.outofthewoods.co.uk) where you can view the organic dairy herd being milked.

www.olivefashionwear.co.uk
Olive women’s wear shop is a must for all women and girls visiting Ulverston. They sell the most unusual and wacky fashions, shoes, accessories and jewellery.

www.taffythomas.co.uk
Taffy Thomas is one of the countries most celebrated story tellers. From his home in Grasmere village where he has a storytelling garden he travels the world regaling stories old and new to spellbound audiences. info@taffythomas.co.uk.

www.surf-the-turf.co.uk
The UK's coolest and fastest growing sport of mountainboarding hits the South Lakes at Surf the Turf, The South Lakes Mountainboarding Centre!

www.thelakedistrictwalker.co.uk
The Lake District Walker, our company is based in Cockermouth, near Keswick, in the North western Lake District, Cumbria. The Lake District Walker offers affordable, fun days out for everyone with at least one walk a day every day of the year.
Well-Being & Enviroment

www.permaculture.co.uk
Tipi Living a simple living book by Patrick Whitefield for sale along with other subject info, magazines and books all on the subject of sustainable eco-living.

www.fairylandtrust.org
The Fairies Party Calendar, keep in touch with Fairyland activities. The Fairyland Trust aims to engage children, families and others in conservation, by appreciating the magic of nature. It uses myths, legends, folklore and magical traditions to introduce ecology and natural history. It works to encourage the exploration and discovery of wildlife and natural places and things through enjoyment and by stimulating the imagination. Because of this, it does not use images of fairies, elves or other 'magical things' - only nature itself.

www.greenhandbook.co.uk
A directory of alternative & complementary therapists, counselling, organic food, vegetarian cafés, health products, eco-products, martial arts, meditation, personal growth, sustainable crafts, green businesses.

www.medicine-garden.com
The Medicine Garden, medical herbalist in Ulverston combines herbal consultation with nutritional advice and shows you how to put together foods with herbs which make… “food your medicine and medicine your food” (Hippocrates).

www.lowimpactliving.co.uk
Low-Impact Living Initiative (LILI) is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to help people reduce their impact on the environment, improve their quality of life, gain new skills, live in a healthier and more satisfying way, have fun, and save money.

www.lauraclareyoga.co.uk
Laura Clare Yoga teaching yoga across Cumbria. Laura teaches Yoga to groups, classes for schools and individuals. Laura runs Therapeutic Yoga sessions and host a variety of Yoga workshops.
Web Network

www.wolfglentipis.co.uk
Wolf Glen Tipis make the best handcrafted Sioux Indian Tipis. Wolf Glen Tipis are lovingly made by hand in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Traditional Sioux designs combine with outstanding craftsmanship and quality materials to create a unique, versatile shelter that is both beautiful and practical.

www.middlewood.org.uk
Middle Wood Trust is a charity set up to provide education in sustainable methods of wildlife conservation, food production, forestry, energy production, building methods and harmonious living

www.lake-district-yurts.co.uk
Full Circle - Lake District Yurts are a Yurt Hotel Company located in the beautiful grounds of Rydal Hall right in the heart of the Cumbria. The Yurt comes complete with wood burning heater, beds, oven, stove, lighting and much more. You are guarenteed to have a wonderful experience of living at nature's door and of a very different Holiday in the Lake District!

www.magicbeans-design.co.uk
Magic Beans are a design company based in Cumbria. We specialize in developing small business with our affordable design services. Magic Beans are a perfect choice when considering; Web Design, Printing Services, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Corporate ID, Photography, Illustration and much more - Call Magic Beans The Creative Design Studio, and let us help you to design your future. Tel: +44 (0) 1228 532422.

www.adrenalincomp.no
Adrenalin Compagniet are an events management team based in Norway who realize the production of small and large scale events. Adrenalin host a multitude of products from deep sea diving to abseiling and adventure tours.

www.bristolbayadventures.com
A true Alaskan wilderness experience in the comfort of a Bristol Bay fishing lodge. Whether you fish or hunt we provide you with a variety of opportunities and campsites on the fabled Nushagak River.

www.casanova-menswear.co.uk
Casanova Menswear, a mens clothing store in Carlisle stocking the highest quality in mens clothing. Casanova stock Suits, Shirts & Ties, Casual Wear, Jeans, Trousers, Evening Wear, Belts & Shoes. Here at Casanova we offer a very friendly service and are more than happy to help you find that outfit your looking for. Look no further for clothing in Cumbria, come and see us at Casanova Menswear.

www.theplacetopotter.com
The Place To Potter ceramic cafe and gift shop. Located in the Scottish Borders in the town of Peebles they offer the evermore popular, walk in pottery cafe, where you can sit, relax and be creative.

www.nomadiccamping.co.uk
The uk’s no 1 alternative camping directory.

www.holidaypad.net
Holiday Pad is a treasure trove of exciting and unusual travel ideas compiled by people
who love to go on holiday, for people who love to go on holiday. Cited by The Guardian
as being one of their top ten favourite travel blogs http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2007/jul/23/topten.blogs.

www.rent-an-aquarium.com
Rent An Aquarium hire luxurious show aquariums at affordable prices with Fantastic Fish from the highest quality breeders and carefully selected suppliers.

www.myweddingmagazine.co.uk/wedding-favour.html
Wedding Favour Click now to view our selection of Wedding Favours, including our bespoke Wedding Magazines.

www.lougirlingphotography.com
Many thanks to Lou for some of the fantastic photos on our website.
Tel. 077001030854
Email: lougirling@hotmail.com