Activities at Aira Force and Ullswater

A view from Gowbarrow over Ullswater
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Walking

Visiting Aira Force: What you need to know

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

The Aira Force car parks, woodland walks and tea room are open. Here's everything you need to know before you visit.

A family at Aira Force in Ullswater
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Canoeing and kayaking, Walking

Top things to see and do at Aira Force

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Discover a place full of adventure, and make special memories with the whole family this autumn at Aira Force. From splashing through streams and hiding behind towering trees in the woods to becoming a red squirrel detective, we’ve got the lot.

Paddle boarding on Ullswater
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Canoeing and kayaking

Summer of outdoor sport at Aira Force

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Create unforgettable memories with the whole family this summer with our list of water sports on Ullswater. You can take to the water on your own boat or rent one from hire centres around the lake.

The wild play area at Aira Force in Ullswater
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Walking

Spring at Aira Force

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Aira Force is a natural playground for kids to have endless fun. Discover a place full of adventure, and make special memories with the whole family this spring at Aira Force. From splashing through streams and hiding behind towering trees in the woods to becoming a red squirrel detective, we’ve got the lot.

Aira Force waterfall
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Aira Force and Gowbarrow trail

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Not for the faint-hearted as there are vertical drops and flights of steps involved, but those who do it will be rewarded with the most beautiful scenery.

  • Moderate
  • 1 hour 30 mins
  • 4.5 miles (7.2km)
Hayeswater Gill in Ullswater
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Aira Force Hayeswater Gill trail

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Uphill at the start, but the effort is rewarded again and again on this beautiful circular walk. Lace up those boots and get going.

  • Moderate
  • 2 hours
  • 2.0 miles (3.2km)
The welcome building at Aira Force in Ullswater
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Dog walking, Walking

Dog walking at Aira Force

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

We know that there is no better companion for a walk than your dog and Aira Force is the perfect place to explore, on four legs or two.

Glenamara Park in autumn
Walking trail

Aira Force Glenamara Park trail

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Stretch your legs with this short easy walk through an ancient deer park with magnificent veteran trees and stunning views down Ullswater lake.

  • Easy
  • 1 hour
  • 2.0 miles (3.2km)
The view of Ullswater from Glencoyne
Walking trail

Aira Force Glencoyne Farm trail

Aira Force and Ullswater, Cumbria

Take this circular walk and experience the most stunning scenery as you explore one of our largest hill farms in the Lakes.

  • Moderate
  • 2 hours
  • 3.0 miles (4.8km)