Activities

Coffee shop in Wigton serving homemade cakes, breakfast and lunches.
Freshly ground John Watt’s coffee.

Our newly refurbished centre offers a 44-station gym equipped with state-of-the-art Technogym equipment, upgraded changing rooms, and a brand-new studio for our extensive range of fitness classes. We’ve got everything you need to meet your fitness goals.If it’s family adventure you’re after, look no further! Our improved Clip ‘n Climb features a variety of climbing-based activities that deliver healthy, challenging fun. Plus, our brand-new, three-story soft play structure is perfect for kids to climb, slide, and crawl, making it a fantastic place for them to burn off energy or a fun escape when the weather isn’t cooperating.

Newly renovated cafe bar in the centre of Caldbeck

The ideal day out for any adventure fanatic, Go Ape Whinlatter is home to two outstanding experiences. Nestled in the UK’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter is only a half an hour drive from Brayton Park, where you can take on heights of the Tree Top Challenge, explore the various forest paths on foot or all-terrain segways and even visit the centre’s nest cam for footage of rare ospreys (during the right season).

As the number one TripAdvisor activity in the North West, Alpacaly Ever After is the ultimate activity for couples or groups visiting the area. Only a half an hour drive from Brayton Park, this hugely popular activity is ideal for animal lovers. With an army of over 80 alpacas and llamas, they aim to provide you with the most unique experience, showcasing the very best of the peculiar Peruvian animals!

Located on the Maryport marina, only a 20 minute drive from Brayton Park, the Lake District Coast Aquarium is home to a multitude of aquatic creatures – from tropical fish to (what kind?) sharks. Admire the wide range of sea creatures during a day of fish filled fun!

Discover what goes on behind the scenes at one of the world’s eight best distilleries, The Lakes Distillery! During one of their award winning guided tours, you’ll learn how to make whiskey, gin and vodka before taking to shop shelves with backstage access. Experience the heat, smell and buzz of a working distillery, and where better to do it than in one of the most beautiful areas in the world?

A short drive from Brayton Park, you’ll discover the largest indoor go-karting track in North-West England. The perfect place to experience the petrol fuelled thrill of go-kart racing! Based in Maryport, West Coast Karting is less than 20 minutes away from our lodges and offers one of the best go-karting experiences available.

Offering an exceptional variety of thrilling activities, it’s safe to say that Rookin House Activity Centre has a wealth of outdoor industry experience. For the past 20 years, the fully established adventure venue has put a strong focus on providing enjoyable, fun and safe  experiences to customers. Based in Troutbeck, just outside Penrith and approximately a 45 minute drive from Brayton Park, the family operated business is one of the best venues for outdoor activities in the Lake District National Park.