Lake District Sports - Lake District Sailing

From Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons to Donald Campbell’s attempts on the world water speed record, Coniston Water and the other lakes have always held a special attraction for anyone seeking boating adventures. With no tides or currents and plenty of wind, the Lake District offers all sorts of sailing, always surrounded by the most picturesque landscape. Tuition from RYA instructors on Ullswater or Windermere will equip you to handle fast two-person dinghies, nimble single-handers or traditional keelboats for families.

Or try out a luxury evening cruise, dropping anchor in a secluded bay for a five course meal. For experienced seafarers, the historic harbour at Whitehaven – once a bigger port than Liverpool - provides excellent tidal access and a wonderful base from which to explore the north western British Isles.

Gybing in perfect coditions

Operators

Country Adventures, Derwent Water Marina, Escape Adventures, Lanehead Outdoor Centre, Low Wood Water Sports & Activity Centre, OB Sailing, Outrun Sailing, Pleasure in Leisure, River Deep Mountain High, Water Park, Windermere Lake Cruises, Windermere Outdoor Adventure