Activities at Aira Force and Ullswater

Spring at Aira Force

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.

Visiting Aira Force: What you need to know

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

Winter at Aira Force

Whilst the days are getting shorter and the air a little cooler, there is still so much to discover at Aira Force this winter. Here’s our top 4 things to do at Aira Force.

Aira Force and Gowbarrow trail

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)

Summer of outdoor sport at Aira Force

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.

Aira Force Hayeswater Gill trail

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)

Dog walking at Aira Force

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.

Aira Force Glenamara Park trail

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)

Aira Force Glencoyne Farm trail

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)