Keswick Extreme

The adventure park sits on the edge of Keswick, a proper adrenaline shot for families who've got restless teenagers or just fancy doing something daft themselves. Think high ropes courses, zip lines, and climbing walls - the sort of thing that makes you question your life choices halfway through but grin about it afterwards.

It's genuinely good for getting kids off screens for a few hours, though parents with very young children might find themselves watching more than participating. The courses vary in difficulty, so there's usually something that won't send you into a full panic. Allow three to four hours if you're doing multiple activities - it's not a five-minute job.

What makes it work well for a Lake District break is that it's close enough to town for supplies and proper food, yet far enough out that you feel like you've actually done something. The nearby campsites - Kestrel Lodge and Ewe Love Camping Pods are both top-rated - make this a brilliant stop if you're basing yourself in the area. Morning sessions tend to be quieter than afternoons, worth knowing if you want to avoid queues.

Price-wise and exact opening hours aren't straightforward to pin down online, so ring ahead before you head over. Weather matters here too - they'll shut down in high winds, which is sensible rather than annoying. It's not for everyone - some people find it overpriced for what amounts to a couple of hours' activity - but if your crew enjoys physical challenges, it's well worth the detour from the main tourist trails.