Cumbria and the Lake District are England's adventure heartland — fell hiking, white-water rafting, canoeing and paddleboarding among the country's highest peaks and largest lakes. Trek the high fells with a mountain guide, raft and canoe the rivers, paddleboard across Windermere, Coniston and Derwentwater, and add ghyll scrambling or climbing to the mix. Whether you want a gentle family day on the water or a serious multi-day mountain trip, North West England's national park is hard to beat.
While personal preference plays a role, there are general recommendations based on the type of paddleboarding you’re doing
Guided paddleboard tour along the length of Windermere from Bowness to Ambleside with stunning mountain backdrops throughout.
From £ 35
Discover the peacefulness of paddleboarding on Derwent Water in Keswick. Tailored sessions from £55, suitable for ages 6+, ensuring a memorable lakeside adventure.
From £ 65
Experience paddleboarding in the Lake District! Suitable for ages 13+, £42pp, 3-hour sessions in Coniston. Fun, safe, and scenic with expert instructors. Book now!
From £ 46
Guided paddleboarding tour on Coniston Water in the Lake District. 3-hour beginner-friendly session with equipment included. From £52pp.
From £ 52
Enjoy a full day of outdoor adventure in Ullswater from £95pp, combining rock climbing, paddling and a bushcraft-style lunch stop.
From £ 95
Glide across lakes and waterways from £50pp with guided stand up paddleboarding sessions suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers.
From £ 50
Take on a full day of adventure in Coniston from £95pp, featuring rock scrambling, quarry challenges, mine tunnels and a 165ft abseil.
From £ 95
Take on a full day of outdoor adventure in Keswick from £95pp, combining rock climbing, a major abseil and paddling or ghyll scrambling.
From £ 95
Create lasting family memories with a tailored outdoor adventure day in the Lake District or Yorkshire Dales. Choose from a range of activities from £185 for a family of 4 and from £35per extra person
From £ 185
Train as a SUP inland open water leader with experts in Cumbria.
From £ 200
£299 Lake District weekend adventure: 3 days of abseiling, wild swimming, canoeing, paddleboarding, gorge walking, and exploring iconic locations.
From £ 240
Enjoy a 3-hour private paddleboarding session in the stunning Lake District for £250 for a group of 4. Suitable for ages 10 and up.
From £ 250
Learn your white water SUP skills with expert leaders in Cumbria.
From £ 220
Learn safe Stand Up Paddleboarding in Cumbria lakes, develop rescue skills, paddling techniques, and confidence for sheltered water trips. £210.
From £ 210
Take your SUP Inland Open Water Leader Award with expert leaders in Cumbria.
From £ 270
Quality gear rental in excellent location Free overnight parking available for students with campers Public toilet and shower facilities available
From £ 25
Increase your paddle boarding on an awesome Tour of the Islands of Walney!
From £ 70
