Talkin Adventures

Talkin Adventures Outdoor Adventure Activities at Talkin Tarn nr Carlisle, Cumbria. Activity packages to suit any group Registered company 10533988

Talkin Adventures is an Adventure Activity Centre at Talkin Tarn Country Park near Carlisle in Cumbria. A wide range of activities are on offer including Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Raft Building, Team Building, Orienteering and Bushcraft. Boat hire is open every weekend and school holiday between Easter and October. You can book a private family or small group session i

n Archery, Kayaking or Stand Up Paddle Boarding at any time of year through our website. For other activities and groups, it is best to email us to arrange a bespoke package. Talkin Adventures work with Schools for Outdoor Learning, Youth Organisations, Charities, Holiday Clubs, Business Team Building and Hen/Stag Parties. Cumbria is a superb place to visit on a holiday and the North Pennines are Cumbria's best kept secret. Between the Lake District National Park and Hadrian's Wall, Talkin Tarn provides a fabulous day out - book some activities, explore the woodland, take a walk around the lake, and have coffee and cake - it's more accessible than the lakes, there's ample parking, public toilets and even changing rooms and showers for water users. Talkin Adventures is a division of Independent Adventure Limited.

Camping in the school field! What a brilliant idea for a mini-residential! With archery, chippy tea and adventures in th...
19/06/2026

Camping in the school field! What a brilliant idea for a mini-residential! With archery, chippy tea and adventures in the local area, we were so pleased to help Haltwhistle Academy and Shaftoe Trust Academy over the past couple of weeks. Hope the teachers have recovered from some late nights? 😂😂

16/06/2026
16/06/2026
Sunday's looking like the best day to get out and about, we'll be open for hire from 11-4 and we've ordered the sunshine...
10/06/2026

Sunday's looking like the best day to get out and about, we'll be open for hire from 11-4 and we've ordered the sunshine!!

(Also open Saturday subject to the wind)

Rowing boats, canoes, kayaks £15 per half hour
SUP including wetsuit £35 per hour
Minigolf £3pp or £12 for a group up to 6

The deal, one boat and family golf ticket £20 all in

Launch your own permit £4.10 all day - just remember to sign in and wear your buoyancy aid (available to hire if you forget)

Age restrictions and terms apply

Ready to share your passion for the outdoors with others? Check out the Paddlesport Instructor Award running here at Tal...
06/06/2026

Ready to share your passion for the outdoors with others? Check out the Paddlesport Instructor Award running here at Talkin Tarn with Border Kayaks.

We are one of the best training venues in the country with easy access, dedicated classroom and changing facilities. Plus all equipment is included in the price if you need it! Oh yeah and treats are provided!!

Become a Paddlesport Instructor with Border Kayaks

We're running a Paddlesport Instructor Course at the stunningTalkin Tarn on 18th & 19th July 2026

If you're looking to start introducing others to kayaking and canoeing, develop your leadership skills, and gain a recognised paddlesport qualification, this course is for you.

✔ Learn from experienced tutors
✔ Build confidence on the water
✔ Gain practical coaching and instructional skills
✔ Enjoy two days at one of Cumbria's most beautiful paddling venues

All equipment and boats are available to borrow for this course

Spaces are limited, book here

https://www.borderkayaks.co.uk/products/british-canoeing-paddlesport-instructor-course

or message us to find out more

If you need the Paddlesport safety and rescue course we have one running 5th July 2026 at Talkin Tarn.

Want to get outside but be sheltered from this weekend's wind and rain?The perfect time to have loads of fun learning ar...
05/06/2026

Want to get outside but be sheltered from this weekend's wind and rain?

The perfect time to have loads of fun learning archery is this Sunday afternoon. We've got places available on an archery session with our instructor from 1-2pm! Great for adults and older kids (age 9+), this is the ideal opportunity to spend time with family and friends. Individual places £30pp.

If you'd prefer a private session at another time, checkout our availability calendar - group sessions for up to 6 participants £120.

https://independentadventure.co.uk/talkin-adventures-cumbria/archery-for-individuals

Address

Talkin Tarn Country Park, Talkin, Brampton
Carlisle
CA81HN

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