Windermere Lake Cruises

Photo of Windermere Lake Cruises - Windermere, CMA, GB. Our large 'steamers' have fantastic inner and outer viewing decks - perfect for admiring the Lakeland views.

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“ We took the cruise to Ambleside which costs £10 each return and takes around 25-30 minutes each way with the most stunning picturesque views. ” in 4 reviews

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“ Quite romantic too, as we went from Lakeside rather than Windermere, and first thing in the morning, so very few kids about. ” in 5 reviews

Samantha M.

“ Lake Windermere is the biggest lake in the Lakes District and it is quite simply a thing of beauty. ” in 4 reviews

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Bowness-on-Windermere

Windermere LA23 3HQ

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Explore Windermere - England's largest natural lake on board a scenic boat cruise from Bowness Pier. Windermere Lake Cruises operates 364 days a year and has cruises ranging from 45 minutes to over 3 hours in length. Step aboard a traditional wooden launch, modern launch or historic 'steamer' and be treated to stunning views of the Lakeland fells. Many cruises include a commentary and have cafes and bars on board. Our main piers are close to other top attractions and combined cruise and attraction tickets are great for a full day out. …

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What an amazing way to see England's largest lake. Our tour group signed up for a combined excursion which included the train ride from the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway which begins in Haverrthwaite and ends right on the dock in Lakeside on the southern edge of Windermere Lake. Lake Windermere is 10.5 miles long and 200 feet deep in places and there are a few old hotels and mansions on its banks. When we arrived in Lakeside on the railway we boarded the Swan, which is a 147 ft. coal fired iron hulled steamer that was originally launched in 1869. The Swan is a very beautiful and comfortable ship with lots of seating, restaurants and gift shop. I sat up on the top in the bow area so I could take lots of photos. I would highly recommend taking a cruise if you are near the border of England and Scotland.

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We got their 10 mins before the cruise started . Their was no tables left to sit at . We had to sit upstairs on a wooden bench and eat off our knee. This was not what I had in mind. The band was very dated and it would havebeen nice to hear some modern music . We were brought tea / coffee on a tray .... where would you like us to put that ? On the floor? For what we paid it wasn't worth it . Why take bookings if theirs not enough tables? Not what we had in mind !! We didn't even get offered water with our dinner

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This was our first time to Lake Windermere and Bowness, Bowness is where you get the boats from to tour the biggest lake in the UK! There are several boat trips available but liked the look of Windermere Lake Cruises, with there huge boats and by the looks of things the biggest. The boats are huge with loads of indoor seating downstairs with huge windows and a huge upper deck with bench seating, with open windows to look through at the magnificent views, there is also a small section at the front and back which are open with no cover but great for those summery days. We took the cruise to Ambleside which costs £10 each return and takes around 25-30 minutes each way with the most stunning picturesque views. Ambleside is a lovely little village and its around a 1 mile walk from the pier where you dock, but a lovely walk and well worth touring the little village. There are other cruises available but we didn't have that long there so we took the shortest cruise but all the staff are really friendly if you have any questions about what you want to see. We will defiantly be going back to see the rest of this beautiful part of the country!

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A beautiful town with beautiful scenery, amazing stores, and of course, a wonderful boat tour. Myself and a few other people bought tickets for the boat tour so we could observe the natural beauty of lake country. The cruise was very comfortable and has bathrooms and food, and the weather was absolutely perfect. We rode up front so we could see everything, and it was a very relaxing experience after doing so much walking. 90 minutes, so you get your money's worth. Information was clear, but mostly I just enjoyed being out on the water, since I spend so much time on boats back home. The ride is not bumpy and is very smooth, so I doubt motion sickness would be an issue for anyone. The cruise docks near a variety of interesting stores and eateries, so you can grab a snack after if the food downstairs does not catch your fancy. Great tour.

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Fun cruise of Lake Windermere. Beautiful scenery, and a comfortable ride. The weather was lovely, so we rode up front, but if it's cold you can ride inside. There is food and drink for sale. We took the longer ride- believe it was 90 minutes- to Ambleside and back. I could hear the commentary just fine- but mostly was enjoying the day, watching the other boats, imagining having a lake house here... Bring a windbreaker- it is windy on the lake, even if it's sunny on shore. You might also want binoculars- those would be really helpful to pick out details on the shore. Wish I'd had some.

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A lovely boat cruise along Lake Windermere, we went on the Yellow Route and I thought it was a bit pricey for what it is. You can't hear the captain talking as the boat is too loud and the speakers aren't high enough volume, there isn't too much to see down the like, expensive houses and a couple of historic parts but not a lot. It is a lovely little cruise to go on, something you must do when there!

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Lake Windermere is the biggest lake in the Lakes District and it is quite simply a thing of beauty. The Lake Cruises are a great way to hear about the lake and see it from a different view point. There are a number of different routes taking different lengths of time and going to different locations - some stop of at different towns and one just does a circular cruise on the water. It's a wonderful way to take in the scenery. Simply stunning.

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Perfect way to explore the Lakes and take in all the scenery. Quite romantic too, as we went from Lakeside rather than Windermere, and first thing in the morning, so very few kids about. Just blown away by all the beauty around us.

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The perfect way to relax and take in the beautiful views. Get a Freedom of the Lake ticket and you can enjoy as many of the cruises as you like within a 24 hour period. We loved it and will definitely cruise the lake again. You won't be disappointed.

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I absolutley loved doing this day trip. We went from Windermere to Lakeside and back again on a boat. You can get off at Lakeside and visit the aquarium and steam railway and you can combine your boat trip tickets with entry to these attractions to save money. Although it seemed a bit expensive it was definitely worth it to see the stunning scenery around the lake. Fantastic.

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How To Get To Our Piers

🚗 by car.

  • M6 motorway traffic should use junction 36.
  • Follow signs for south Lakes and then brown signs to Windermere Lake Cruises (on the A590 to Lakeside) or (A591 for Bowness and Ambleside).

🅿️ Car Parking

Bowness Pier Postcode: LA23 3HQ

Once you have reached the pier follow signs for car parking. 🗺️ There are 6 council-run car parks within 15 mins walk. SEE MAP (PDF)

Ambleside Pier (Waterhead) Postcode: LA22 0EY View large map

Our customers' car park has 21 spaces and costs £6.00 to park all day. In addition, there are 200 spaces in a public pay and display car park close to the pier.

Lakeside Pier Postcode: LA12 8AS View large map

There are 300 spaces within just a few metres of our pier and offer up to 10 hours parking for just £5.00. Please note that passengers wishing to include steam train from Haverthwaite should note that there are an additional 150 spaces at Haverthwaite station.

🚆 By Train

Travel to Windermere Railway Station via Oxenholme - Lake District (on the main line between London and Glasgow). Bowness Pier is a 25 minute walk away or you can catch a regular bus/taxi service from outside Windermere station.

  • Plan your train journey to Windermere with Northern Rail. (external link)
  • Get directions to Bowness Pier from Windermere Railway Station

🚌 By Bus

Travel by Stagecoach Bus to BOWNESS PIER ( LIVE DEPARTURES ) on the following services:

  • 6 - Barrow - Ulverston - Newby Bridge - Windermere
  • 599 - Grasmere - Ambleside -Windermere - Bowness
  • 755 - Morecambe -Carnforth -Kendal - Bowness
  • Early morning & evening by 555 - Lancaster - Kendal - Windermere

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Travel by Stagecoach Bus to AMBLESIDE PIER (Waterhead) & BROCKHOLE PIER ( LIVE DEPARTURES ) on the following services:

  • 555 - Lancaster - Kendal - Windermere - Ambleside - Keswick

Travel by Stagecoach Bus to LAKESIDE PIER (alight at Swan at Newby Bridge ( LIVE DEPARTURES ) stop & walk the 1 mile ) on the following services:

Park & Sail

Car drivers - save time, money and hassle by using our park and sail option at our ambleside and lakeside piers..

During busy periods, the roads around Windermere can get congested and car parking can be a premium. Why not leave the car behind, save money and reduce your carbon footprint by exploring Windermere by boat? Our Ambleside Pier has a small car park and costs £6.00 all day (other public pay and display car parks are nearby). Our Lakeside car park has 300 spaces and costs £5.00 all day.

Many customers find parking at Lakeside extremely convenient as it is also the home to the Lakes Aquarium and a boarding point for the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway. The Lakeside site is also convenient for the Lakeland Motor Museum and a brief ferry trip to Fell Foot woodland trail, picnic area and adventure playground. This service runs in the summer every half hour from 11am to 5pm.

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    Aug 2020. Book online in advance and wear a mask. All sensibly organised and reasonably priced for a 45 minute round trip on Lake Windermere. Leave enough time to get from the car park they recommend to the pier (10-15 mins depending on group). Enjoy an ice cream for one of the lovely parlours afterwards.

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    Bowness on Windermere is a lovely town with a wide choice of amenities. The people are friendly and helpful. We booked a cruise on the lake and whilst waiting to board we bought some snacks from the cafe on the quayside. The 45 minute trip was an absolute pleasure and the tour guide gave us interesting facts about the islands, lake and buildings.

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    Scenic Cruises. Stunningly scenic trips on Lake Windermere, departing daily from Ambleside, Bowness, Brockhole or Lakeside piers. ️ Flexible day tickets - pick any departure you like on the day ️ Buy online or at the pier ️ Sit where you like on board.

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    Take in the islands of Windermere. 🕘 45 minutes in length / departs every 30 minutes in peak season, fewer in the winter. Join us for a circular cruise from Bowness, with fantastic views of the many islands (holmes), Lakeland mountains, wooded shorelines and bays. Each cruise includes a fascinating commentary on the history, attractions and ...

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    Located at the tranquil southern end of Lake Windermere, Lakeside Pier offers a different pace of exploration in the Lake District. Board a Windermere Lake Cruise's vessel and get treated to the finest views from the water. The iconic Yellow Cruise connects Lakeside Pier with the bustling village of Bowness-on-Windermere.

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    Red Cruise - our most popular cruise connects Ambleside with the bustling village of Bowness, half-way down Lake Windermere. It operates all-year-round and it takes 35 minutes to reach Bowness. As with all our cruises on Windermere, your ticket allows you to hop off, explore and catch a later boat back. Green Cruise - this seasonal service ...

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    Brockhole Pier - December 2023 to March 2024. Brockhole is closed on Mondays/Tuesdays until 31 March. (not including February Half Term - 10-18 Feb). Our boats will not be stopping at Brockhole Pier on these dates. Our smaller boats called modern launches (marked red on the timetable below) stop at Brockhole on the eastern side of the lake on ...

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