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Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK
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Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK

By Lake District White Water Rafting
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Lake District White Water Rafting is a fantastic Adventure Day Out with your family and friends. We run on various rivers in, and around, The Lake District – to give you a brilliant time, whatever the weather! Whether you’re here for the day, or on holiday, we are open all year round, and are the perfect addition to your Lake District Trip! The only people to offer White Water Rafting in The Lake District - We chase the water, so locations are sometimes switched to make sure you get the best experience.
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Ages 8-100, max of 14 per group
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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  • We provide wetsuits, dry jackets, Buoyancy Aids, Helmets, Paddles, Raft and Guide
What's not included
  • We don't include shoes with laces and tread, swimwear (to go under your wetsuit) or a towel.


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  • National Trust - Fell Foot, Newby Bridge, Ulverston LA12 8NN, UK
    If water is better in the North we move the meeting point to Penrith for a longer trip, so allow a large time buffer on the day. All information is confirmed via email after booking online, and the final location will be confirmed 24 hours before meeting.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 280232P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travellers

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 280232P1

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    • Lake District White Water Rafting
      351
      United Kingdom
      Joined in August 2020
    • neurosurgeon69
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Brain surgeons always wear a helmet
      First time WWR for the family. Two adults and 3 teenage boys. The guides keep the safety briefing light but still get all the information across. James was our raft guide - be prepared for some classic 'dad jokes'! Plenty of time on the river and the rapids were great fun. Good changing facilities and hot showers at the end. Highly recommended!
      Written 23 August 2024
    • Navigator20279443588
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyable and safe.
      Enjoyed our trip. Well organised. Felt confident in our instructor in terms of safety especially with a young child in our group. Exciting finish to the trip! Only slight downside was the wetsuits were well worn.
      Written 22 August 2024
    • Spidyr123
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great experience...
      Great day out with experienced staff. Involved team work and highly recommend it. Nephews and niece loved it. Would do it again.
      Written 1 August 2024
    • PaulaJ87
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommended
      Can highly recommend this activity on the River Eden, I actually live in Lazonby and thought it would be nice to get out on the water. The 3 guides James, Dave and Ritch were very friendly and made everyone feel at ease. Once kitted up there is a short walk to the river followed by a safety briefing, once on the river you have a quick practice of the things covered on the safety briefing. On the whole the trip is very chilled and easy going, fantastic scenery too. The rapids are fantastic and if you follow your guides instructions you are totally safe. Be prepared for some stories and jokes along the way, which I think make the experience as much fun as the rafting. We had a few opportunities to swim in the river but there is no pressure to do this it's totally optional. If you get the chance give this a go, great for groups, families and solos. Thanks guys I had a super morning.
      Written 29 July 2024
    • F9250EWedwardb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Family Experience
      Fantastic few hours spent on the River Eden on Sunday afternoon. Very enjoyable and fun family time and will be back to do the trip in the South Lakes. James, our raft guide was great. A very funny fella with so many stories to tell.
      Written 22 July 2024
    • JamesGraham101
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great day out!
      Excellent trip, James (great name) our guide was really experienced and enthusiastic. The valley is amazing and it was great to experience Grade 4 rapids. Would definitely recommend this to others.
      Written 10 June 2024
    • J3898IRmartinab
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun!
      We booked white water rafting as one our activities for our half term holiday in the Lakes and I can honestly say it was ace! I was a little apprehensive but guides Chris & Dave made it both fun and safe from start to finish. We had to change our booking last minute (twice) and the response from Rosie was super quick and accommodating. Thanks for a fantastic experience!!
      Written 1 June 2024
    • michaelgS874MJ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great trip
      Brilliant trip down the river. The scenery is spectacular and the rafting is great fun. James is an excellent and highly professional coxswain. He is a great raconteur and enthused all of us on the raft.
      Written 10 May 2024
    • Snoozle
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun would recommend
      We had a great time, the staff were really friendly and good fun. It was fairly tame for White Water Rafting standards but we all had a great time. The only downside was having to put on damp wetsuits when it was cold outside anyway. If you have your own I'd take it.
      Written 22 April 2024
    • Shazza70251
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      60th birthday
      This was a presant for my husbands 60th and i was very apprehensive about doing it with him, but OMG it was amazing, james was our raft guide and he made us both feel very at ease and even helped with the action camera when we reached the highest rapids, my husband dave hasnt stopped talking about it, we will definitely be booking again , thank you james for making this special even your jokes kept us going lol 😆
      Written 9 November 2023
    • 228juliant
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Must Experience
      Wow another great trip with Lakes Rafting, fun all the way. We never felt unsafe and were taken care of by team. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for soemthing fun to do in the Lake District.
      Written 7 November 2023
    • Michaela P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic!!!!
      Amazing experience, felt safe throughout. Special thanks to dave and James, made us feel comfortable from the start and kept us laughing throughout even when we felt terrified! Thanks for an amazing experience!
      Written 5 October 2023
    • tommypX181KK
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      It’s a must
      This was an unbelievable experience. James and his team were amazing, they were very sensitive to the reason for us doing it and they made sure we had a fabulous time. We laughed the whole time and can’t wait to do it again. Ps if you are scared of water this is the perfect one to do as it’s nice and gentle but still exhilarating
      Written 10 September 2023
    • Linda R
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun!
      A group of 16 of us went rafting with this company on the 6th May 2023. Was a fab experience & a great laugh. The guide in our raft Darren was great, clear instructions & made it fun but safe. Would definitely recommend this company & experience.
      Written 12 May 2023
    • HarrietI350
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic rafting trip
      Fantastic rafting trip! We went for a hen do and had the best time. Beautiful scenery, lots of laughs and a great combination of calm, scenic stretches and splashy rapids. Top banter from our guide James
      Written 7 May 2023
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    ZWato
    Cheshire, UK9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    This as voted for by a 14&16 year old [ and Mum&Dad!) was our most favourite activity that we have done as a family.
    From the moment we met James, Chris&Dave we knew we were in for a fab day and they didn’t disappoint.
    The Lake District is struggling hugely with the aftermath of Covid, Brexit and a dry summer but James esp made it a day we will never forget.
    We had approx 4 hours rafting on the beautiful Eden River, as the water levels were low we had time for a few swims, biscuit break and time to take in the most beautiful scenery, wildlife and historic views.
    James was a genius in engaging with us and the other people on our raft.
    We had the best day making memories that will last a lifetime.
    We had vouchers bought for us as a present and had no trouble in booking, the lady who booked us in was also super friendly and helpful and We had regular updates and reminders by text and emails.
    If you are looking for anything to do in the Lake District, make this your 1st choice, we have been visiting the Lakes for over 20+ Years and this activity has by far been our favourite and we will definitely be booking to do it again.
    Written 5 September 2022
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    Leecey
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2022 • Family
    The only way to see the real Lake District is by undertaking a white water experience, the views are exceptional, its a joy to see such unspoilt beauty. Me, my husband and two boys had such an excellent time, we worked hard as a team paddling, swam in the open water and throughly enjoyed the rapid thrills aboard the raft.
    A huge thanks to James and Dave for our experience, we felt in safe professional hands the whole time.
    Written 3 September 2022
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    Matt Y
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Family
    James and his team of guides immediately put us at ease with their relaxed, approachable and fun attitude to rafting! The safety briefing was clear, thorough and covered all aspects of what we needed to know. Dave, in his kayak was on hand throughout the route to support us should we need it - creating extra peace of mind! We were in awe at the skills of the rafters as they directed us and navigated the water. It was such good fun and a fantastic experience! We hired 2 rafts for friends and family to celebrate a 50th birthday - can definitely recommend - Rosie was very helpful and knowledgeable as we organised the surprise present. Would love to do it all again!
    Written 8 April 2024
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    19CJH86
    Lancashire, UK4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023
    My two grandsons and I (they’re 16 and 14, and I’m 70) had a brilliant morning white water rafting. The team were excellent. We had a full safety briefing and were fully kitted out with all the gear. The changing and showering facilities are great.

    We loved the trip down the river, starting with a tranquil paddle down the narrowing and beautiful end of L1ke Windermere, then building up through a series of ever more exciting rapids. We got wet, of course! Our guide, Chris, handled the boat and his instructions to us expertly, kept us all safe, and made us laugh a lot.

    This was great fun in a fabulous environment. We absolutely loved it!
    Written 8 April 2023
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    Thank you for joining us, and for taking the time to submit a review, we are delighted that you all had a great time and loved having you with us! Lake District White Water Rafting
    Written 2 May 2023
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    Rachel L
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023
    We thoroughly recommend Lake District white water rafting. Chris, Chris and James are very knowledgeable and put you at ease straight away. Our sons aged 16 and 24 went on the South Lakes trip. They thoroughly enjoyed the experience which was made particularly enjoyable by the positivity and fun the team brought to the experience.
    We hope to return with the boys to try another experience soon and get in the boat too next time. Although if you are just a spectator there are spots along the river for coffee where you can watch them come by.
    Excellent day out for all!
    Written 10 April 2023
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    Thank you for taking the time to submit a review, we are delighted that your sons had a great time! We look forward to seeing you all again soon :-) Lake District White Water Rafting
    Written 2 May 2023
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    nickyrainbow69
    Northampton, UK9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Friends
    It was so much fun, was a little worried to start but Dave & James were very thorough with safety guidelines without making it boring. We had Dave in our raft & he really knew his stuff, made sure we got the most from our experience and wasn't phased by a group of screaming women. Would definitely do again couldn't believe how warm the water was. Thanks lads for the great experience.
    Written 6 August 2023
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    Getaway54005443442
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    Lake District White Water Rafting (Lazonby to Armathwaite)

    Back story: Yesterday we asked ChatGPT "10 Exciting things to do Cumbria" - this one choice was picked by my daughter (11). The two of us went, not knowing what to expect, a flurry of tractors and Kendal calling traffic made us 30 minutes late! The crew were beyond welcoming despite our failure to plan better. They made light hearted jokes about it that made us feel a lot more relaxed despite the extra efforts they had to put in to catch us up before the outing.

    James, our steering and safety mascot regaled us with many an amusing dad joke and some genuinely interesting stories. He made sure the whole boat load of us had our turn introducing ourselves to the group as the journey went n, and although the white waters were a little tamer than expected, we both thoroughly enjoyed it!

    Currently tending to our aching arms, and expecting more aches tomorrow, but well worth it for such a warm welcome, great company and change of pace :)

    Genuinely surprised more people don't choose to do this, I can't believe I've lived here my entire life and only just tried this kind of thing for the first time today, will defo be spending more time in our rivers from now on!
    Written 1 August 2024
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    ninap
    Welwyn Garden City, UK1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2022
    Would definately recommend Lake District White Water Rafting.
    Everything combined makes this a great experience, wrafting, river, scenery, games, banter, lets not forget the tea and biscuits, but most of all the guides.
    Thanks James and Kris.
    Written 30 June 2022
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    Effie D
    Manchester, UK12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    We had an amazing time with Lake District White Water Rafting. As a family of five (ranging in age from 11 to 51), none of us had ever rafted before, but James and his team took proper care of us. To begin with, James guided us through all the basics - from where to get changed to how to manage the various paddling strategies - and we soon set off down the River Leven. There was lots of camaraderie and competition between the rafts, not to mention many questionable jokes courtesy of James (which helped us all us chuckle and, therefore, relax) as we began to paddle. It wasn't long before we were being told to "Get down!" as we zoomed over the first of the rapids. The entire journey contained numerous rapids, varying from smaller ones which allowed us to acclimatise to the waters, to large ones which really got the adrenaline flowing! All in all, an excellent family experience, which we're looking forward to trying again in the future.
    Written 6 August 2023
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    Chloe M
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2023 • Couples
    So pleased we booked this trip as we have been wanting to do white water rafting for years. You couldn’t fault the safety measures in place, James on the raft was funny and obviously loves what he does and Dave on the safety boat was also great. The views you see on route are anazing and the rapids were great. We were really lucky to have had perfect conditions for the rapids but would have enjoyed it regardless! 10/10 would recommend if you are visiting the Lake District.
    Written 29 September 2023
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