Fells and flow
September 2026
A one-day festival of movement, nature and wellbeing on the shores of Ullswater, in partnership with the Lake District Foundation.
As we plan our next festival, here's what happened on 13 September 2025...
Wild swims, lakeside yoga, guided walks and inspiring talks, activities designed to connect you to the landscape. There’s plenty for families too, with hands-on adventures inspired by nature and exploration, all brought to a close with a festival barbecue. The majority of proceeds will support incredible projects across the Lake District.
Wild Active
At The Lakeshore and The Nest
From wild swims and paddleboarding to yoga and sauna sessions, join outdoor experiences led by local experts—all supporting water quality projects through the Lake District Foundation. Some sessions are free, others need booking. Move your body, protect the lakes.
Talks and workshops
At Wild Base
Drop into free talks from adventurers, environmental experts and local voices—sharing stories, ideas and action for protecting the places we love. Drop in on the day.
Family
Wild Discovery, in partnership with Land Rover Discovery
In partnership with Land Rover Discovery, the Wild Discovery programme is packed with hands-on activities - from bushcraft and balance challenges to nature art and eco-engineering. All free, all drop-in, just bring your sense of adventure.
Food and drink
Wood-fired pizzas and festival barbecue
Authentic pizzas from the Victorian Glasshouse will be served 11am-4pm, as well as hot and cold drinks and pastries from 9am - grab a table or find your favourite lakeshore spot overlooking the fells.
Our long-table festival barbecue will bring Fells and Flow to a close from 6-8pm, with homemade oven-baked focaccia and dips, barbecued meat and vegetarian skewers, a variety salad sides and Italian desserts. £40pp. Booking essential - with a percentage of proceeds supporting the Lake District Foundation's 'Fork out for the Fells' initiative.
In partnership with the Lake District Foundation
The majority of proceeds from Fells & Flow support the Lake District Foundation’s work across Cumbria—from water quality and biodiversity to heritage and farming. Entry is free, and most activities are ticketed, with trusted local partners and ambassadors generously donating profits to protect the places we love. Donate here.