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LUXURY SKIPPERED EXCURSIONS | LAKE WINDERMERE

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We can tailor our cruises to suit your requirements and prices below offer a guide to what is possible. We have also included some example  itineraries for your consideration.

Prices shown are for up to 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children. 

In all cases please contact us by phone in advance to discuss your booking.

£195 + VAT

Storrs Hall

Afternoon tea cruise.

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Island Tour

£225 + VAT

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£275 + VAT

Guests at Windermere Marina Village can enjoy an extra 10% off your chosen cruise - after any other discounts.

1 HOUR CRUISE

PERFECT FOR A SIGHTSEEING EXCURSION

We'll depart from our moorings at Windermere Marina Village and head South toward Lakeside, or North toward Ambleside. You choose, or we can help you based on what you want to get out of the experience.

Heading North we'll pass the majestic Belle Isle, then Bowness, and head towards White Cross Bay. This is the widest section of the Lake and offers stunning scenery - headlined by the fabulous Langdale Pikes.

Alternatively, heading South we'll take in the eastern shore and pass Ramp Holme and Storrs Hall, and head toward Beech Hill Hotel and Tower Wood before circling back along the western shore where we'll pass Ling Holme. This tends to be a less busy route than heading North and offers some equally stunning scenery.

Conditions permitting we may be able to cruise over to one of the secluded bays so that you and your guests can sit back, and enjoy taking in the beauty of the surroundings. 

We'll provide you with soft drinks and a selection of savoury nibbles. Or you may prefer some more elaborate catering, which we can arrange for you.

ISLAND TOUR CRUISE

APPROX 1.5 HOURS

The ultimate Lake experience. Indulge yourself and your guests in a once in a lifetime Windermere cruise!

A lot of people don't realise that there are many islands on Windermere. Most of these are named ___‘holme’ which is a local dialect word for ‘island’, which has its origins in the ancient Norse language.

Typically we'll start out by cruising from Marina Village across to the western shore and take in the far side of the fabulous Belle Isle and the "Lillies of the Valley". Further north there is Thompson Holme and Haws Holme, all equally majestic in stature. 

Emerging from Belle Isle we'll head further north around Hen Holme, Lady Holme and Rough Holme - one of which has a very interesting and curious heritage which our Skipper will tell you all about! 

We'll then head back towards our starting point via the eastern side of Belle Isle, passing Bowness Bay and Cockshott Point. All the while you just sit back and take in the stunning surroundings, and enjoy the peace and tranquility that this beautiful Lake offers. We'll do our best to tailor the trip to exactly match your requirements so that this is a truly magical experience for you.

Please let us know if you have anything specific that you'd like us to try and arrange for you, and let us know if it's a special occasion such as a proposal, birthday, anniversary, etc.

Also included in this luxury experience are soft drinks and a selection of sweet and savoury snacks and nibbles. 

STORRS HALL AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE

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Catering Options

Enjoy Afternoon Tea at Storrs Hall - served at this iconic Lake District hotel with stunning grounds.

Enjoy delicious catering on board - a selection of savouries and sweet things just for you.

Whether you opt for the snacks or upgraded catering please let us know of any special dietary requirements or allergies. 

We're not licensed to sell or serve you alcohol, but (subject to our prior approval) you're welcome to bring your own.

Always drink responsibly. Please note that at least one member of the party must be over 25.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please arrive 30 minutes before your allocated departure.

Please advise if any member of your group has any requirements for support with access to the boat or if anyone has any relevant medical conditions.

Your safety is paramount. Everyone will be provided with life jackets and we'll run through a safety briefing before we cruise. Please wear (or bring) something warm and please wear sensible shoes because the jetties can be slippy - so no heels I'm afraid!

Give us a call first if you're not sure about anything - we're always happy to help so you can get the most out of your wonderful Lake experience.

Chilling on Windermere

Our day out on a private hire launch.

Windermere Private Circular Cruise with Windermere Lake Cruises

The largest lake in the England, and undoubtably one of the largest attractions to the Lake District, Windermere is known by many for its breathtakingly calm aura and picturesque views. With piers leading onto the lake from multiple locations, including Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside, you can explore every inch of its water. 

Services have been operating on the lake since 1891. Windermere Lake Cruises operate 364 days of the year, offering a range of boating experiences. From a chilled paddle out in a rowing boat, an historic ride on one of their famous steamers, or a hosting a private party on the water, there’s a way to set sail for everyone.

One of their more unique offerings is their ‘Private Circular Cruise’ which encompasses a private trip out on one of their traditional launches. Four in total, the launches speak for themselves. Grand with historical heritage, the traditional launches are not only wonderful to look at, the smooth design rides the water seamlessly. One of the launches, ‘Queen of the lake’, even travelled down to London to take part in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant.

With exclusive access to the boat for you and your group, enjoy the launch to yourself with just your dedicated skipper to accompany you. As you sail around the lake, the most scenic route takes you up to Ambleside Pier and circles back down around to Bowness, showcasing the most beautiful parts of the surrounding areas.

If requested, your skipper will educate you on the history behind the boats, stunning location and surrounding activities. And if you have a specific route in mind, this can be tailored exactly to your group with the option of ‘any pier’ pick up and drop off, fitting for when you want to explore every inch of the Lake District.

So, whether you want to sit back and soak up the views, or listen to their knowledgeable commentary, it is an ideal way to cruise the water. The Private Circular Cruise is a brilliant time out on the water, with the only people you want to share it with. Able to take up to 30 people, make the occasion exactly what you want it to be. Bring your friends, family and simply enjoy the breathtaking tranquility of Windermere Lake.

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Private Sports Boat Cruises on Lake Windermere

Discover the beauty of Lake Windermere and it’s surrounding scenery in a trip created just for you

Whether it’s a romantic cruise for 2 to escape the crowds, or a trip with friends and family to reconnect and enjoy a relaxing and exciting tour of the lake, you will leave with feel-good memories and maybe some “Insta” worthy photos!

Embark on a memory filled journey with your very own Captain. You will discover the beauty of the lake and surrounding scenery in a trip created just for you, exploring the parts of the lake that you may not usually see. With unique photo opportunities and the thrill of being on your own private boat with a knowledgeable and experienced Captain.

We can accommodate up to 6 people including children over 10 years old. You are welcome to bring drinks and a picnic, we have an ice bucket to keep your favourite tipple chilled.

Leave the stress behind

The perfect way to add a little something special to your visit to The Lake District

Private Boat Hire Windermere

Private Boat Hire and Boat Charter in the Lake District

In need of a unique and memorable day out with your family and/or friends? How about relaxing and taking in the stunning views of the Lake District , cruising around Lake Windermere aboard your own private luxury boat with a skipper? You can do this with us at Wake Nation in our Malibu Wakesetter, the boat can hold up to 6 persons and it is truly an unmissable experience whilst you’re in the Lake District.

Charter your own private boat at Wake Nation from £120/hour, accompanied by one of our highly experienced and friendly skippers, and have the amazing experience of cruising around in your own boat in the Lake District for a few hours. This experience is perfect for anything from a romantic anniversary to a big family day out; being able to go at your own speed can make chartering your own boat a thrilling day out with your family or friends, or it can be a lovely and calm cruise around Lake Windermere while sipping on champagne and watching the sunset with the love of your life. YOU choose, it's your private boat!

Our skippers aim to give you the best experience possible, if there’s anything you would like to do throughout your boat charter, just ask! If you fancy a swim, your private professional skipper can anchor you in a cove where you can hop off the boat and take a dip in the lovely Lake Windermere.

There is no better way to experience what it’s like to live the lake life, and if you’re going to live that life, do it in style with us at Wake Nation. Hire by hour and give yourself an experience of a lifetime!

Drive your own boat!

If you want to drive your own boat, you can do this at Wake Nation by renting our gorgeous boat, that is very easily operated. This experience gives you the opportunity to have full hands on the wheel. Take yourself and your friends out for a trip around the stunning waters of Lake Windermere while taking in the beauty of the Lake District. Private boat hire can be the most amazing day out for you and your family, a romantic date night or any other special occasion.

There's no better place in the Lake District than Lake Windermere to experience the freedom of driving a boat, and there’s no better company than Wake Nation to create this experience with. We also offer Wakeboarding and Wakesurfing in the Lake District.

Wake Nation Beech Hill Hotel, Newby Bridge Road, Windermere, Cumbria. LA23 3LR

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LUXURY BOAT TRIPS ON LAKE WINDERMERE

THE PERFECT WAY TO ENJOY THE LAKE!

Your own private, skippered cruise aboard a classic 1972 Italian gentleman’s launch boat … a simply unmissable experience whilst you’re staying in the Lake District – or to celebrate something special!

You’ll travel aboard the stunning aboard the stylish Colombo Super Indios 18 (17.52 ft), perfectly suited to the calm and tranquillity of Lake Windermere.

Relax and absorb the true beauty of this magnificent lake and its surroundings.

Cruise packages can be crafted to suit most occasions and budgets, and you can tailor the experiences to exactly match your requirements and make this a truly magical experience.

If you have a specific itinerary in mind and/ or if it’s a special occasion just give us a call to discuss your requirements.

SAMPLE CRUISE PACKAGE 1

North or South Lake Tour for up to 6 passengers – £450 (2.5 hrs)

The boat will depart from its moorings at Windermere Marina Village and head South toward Lakeside, or North toward Ambleside. You choose, or we can help you based on what you want to get out of the experience.

Conditions permitting we may be able to cruise over to one of the secluded bays so that you and your guests can sit back and enjoy the stunning surroundings.

SAMPLE CRUISE PACKAGE 2

North or South Lake Tour for up to 6 passengers – £600 (4  hrs)

The boat will depart from its moorings at Windermere Marina Village and head South toward Lakeside, then North toward Ambleside so you get the Full Lake experience.

Please let us know if you have anything specific that you’d like us to try and arrange for you, and let us know if it’s a special birthday, proposal or anniversary etc.

WEDDING PICTURES CRUISE

Varied locations – £225 (1hr)

Maybe you have just got married and need an hour on your own with your new spouse, bring a bottle of champagne and your photographer. We can either depart from Windermere Marina Village, or may be able to arrange to meet you at another jetty on the lake for a photo shoot – please contact us to discuss.

Just call our very own Captain Darren now to check availability on  015394 68178  or  07909 774768 .

Book your wedding for just £2,999!

Give us a call on 015394 45566 or…  

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Private Boat Charter In Windermere

Private Boat Charter Windermere

The best place to take in the beauty of the Lake District is on the gorgeous waters of Windermere and they best way to do it is on one of our private boat charters.

Take the opportunity to get away from the crowds and privately charter one of our luxury top of the range Nautique boats, that comes complete with a friendly and knowledgeable skipper. Experience owning a boat in the Lake District without the hassle. You can charter our private boats by the hour and create your own unique experience for your family or friends.

Private Boat Cruise Windermere

Just imagine cruising around Lake Windermere at your own pace, aboard your own private luxury sports boat while enjoying the scenery and views that can only be experienced from the water. You enjoy the scenery while our friendly skipper steers the boat.

If you want to totally relax on your visit to Lake Windermere and experience true lake life our luxury boats are at your disposal. Perfect for a family day out, honeymoons, romantic anniversaries or other special occasions.

Our boats all have built in drinks chillers so you can even bring a bottle of bubbly to celebrate whilst we take care of the driving.

Luxury Boat Charter Windermere

Our qualified and experienced team can get you anchored in a quiet cove, where you can take a dip from the built-in swim platform or even have a wakesurfing lesson if that takes your fancy.

Our knowledgeable skippers can give you a tour of the shoreline to see a unique and exclusive view of some of the very special properties dotted around the lake, or maybe a take a trip in style to a local lakeside hotel for afternoon tea. The choice is yours.

A skippered boat is likely to be the most memorable day you will ever take on the Lake. Invite your friends and family, all our boats can easily accommodate groups of 10 + so there’s plenty of room for everyone.

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Yachting experiences for all tastes

We offer luxurious yacht sailing experiences for up to 8 passengers.

A yacht skipper and host are included for all bookings to ensure safety and quality.

We tailor the event to suit your preferences, so whether its sails up or sails down, you can get involved or just sit back and enjoy the spectacular views.

We can cater for:

• Family Fun Days
• Birthday Treats
• Hen/Stag Celebrations
• Wedding Support
• Corporate Events
• Anniversaries
• Romantic Evening Sail
• Team Building
• Skippered Yacht Charter
• Sailing Experiences
• and so much more…

Experience Sailing or Sit Back and Relax

Our yachts are ideally suited for sailing on Windermere, and at 34ft long and 12ft wide we can accommodate up to 8 guests, all ages welcome.

You will find our yachts benefit from luxuries such as a fridge, shower, WC and central heating. On the exterior you will find teak decking, bathing platform (with hot and cold shower), boarding ladder, Bluetooth speaker, ample seating and great deck space.

Whether you want to lend a hand with the sailing or let us do all the work is up to you! You can spend the whole time sailing or drop the anchor in one of the many relaxing bays while you picnic or enjoy a relaxing drink.

Customer Testimonials

We booked this for a birthday treat! There were 4 of us in total and we booked an afternoon tea onboard. Such an amazing experience!!! I can’t recommend enough! Our skipper and host were so nice and made our trip really enjoyable, the food was spot on and the views were to die for. We are already looking to book out next visit with you guys!

Unreal experience on the lake, came with a small group of friends and Les and Julie offered a great experience and hosted us exceptionally well. Will definitely come back and have already recommended to others we know!

Les and Julie were fantastic hosts. They decorated the yacht for my wife’s birthday. We all had a go at being captain. Really enjoyed the whole experience. Les was very knowledgeable about the surrounding area.

Celebrated my dad’s 88th birthday with a 2 hour session, what a fantastic experience for the whole family. From start to finish Les & Julie looked after us all, they were so friendly and easy going and we could participate as much or as little as we liked, even my mum and dad took part in steering the boat. We ordered the sandwiches and sweet treat box which was delicious and tea and coffee were offered throughout the trip (other drinks were offered too). I would highly recommend this activity because it’s brilliant. The surprise at the end was a lovely thought and we’ll always have special memories of this occasion. Even the rain didn’t spoil our day! Thank you Les & Julie.

Les and Julie couldn’t have been more welcoming. We cruised down to the south of the lake and back up again, where the sails were finally unfurled. Our hosts were very knowledgeable and pointed out landmarks and points of interest. We had a lovely lunch with Prosecco on board and were very sorry when it all came to an end. What a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.

4 of us had a “delayed” 50th birthday celebration on the most beautiful boat with the simply wonderful Les & Julie. They were knowledgeable, likeable, considerate and welcoming – absolutely perfect hosts, really fantastic. Cannot recommend this experience enough – the weather wasn’t the best for us but it didn’t really impact on what was a fabulous day. Thank you so much Les & Julie.

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SAILING ON WINDERMERE IN THE BEAUTIFUL LAKE DISTRICT

A unique opportunity to experience the beauty of the English Lake District, sailing on Windermere combined with fine wines and first class food.

All from the comfort and luxury of a top of the range sailing yacht.

Sail ‘n’ Dine……..a perfect combination 

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Windermere Lake Guide

Our Windermere lake guide shows you where to park, where to catch ferries and hire boats, footpaths and cycle routes to explore and lake shore towns with facilities like toilets and cafes.

Windermere Lake Cruises

Take to the water to truly experience Windermere. There are different  routes and tickets so you can  hop off, walk back or just sit back and relax, and watch the mountains, woodlands and islands unfold before you.

See routes, timetables and book tickets at Windermere Lake Cruises .

Hire a boat on Windermere

Motor boat hire on windermere.

• Brockhole - book a motor boat online for upto 5 people, 1 and 2 hour hires available.
• Windmere Lake Cruises at Bowness and Ambleside, 1 and 2 hour hires available.
• Bowness Bay Marina - motor boats for upto 8 people
• Low Wood Bay - motor boats for upto 6 people, just south of Ambleside
• Windermere Aquatic -range of motor boats for upto 10 people, in Bowness

Rowing boat hire on Windermere

• Fell foot with Stoked Watersports - at the southern end of the lake
• Brockhole - between Ambleside and Bowness
• Windermere Lake Cruises - on the lakeshore at Bowness

Canoeing, Kayaking and Paddleboarding

• Brockhole canoe, kayak and paddleboard hire
• Windermere Canoe and Kayak on Ferry Nab Road, Bowness
• Paddling on Lake Windermere leaflet (PDF) by Adventure Capital. Includes map and suggested routes.
• Low Wood Bay - just south of Ambleside
• Fell Foot with Stoked Watersports - at the Southern end of the lake

Sailing dingies and yachts

• Skippered yacht sailing experience with Sailing Windermere
• Dinghy sailing classes and dingy hire at Low Wood Watersports
• Sailing courses and dingy hire at Better Leisure
• Skippered yacht sailing and tution with Ark Sailing
• Yacht charter, skippered sailing and tution with OB Sailing
• Sailing courses a Royal Windermere Yacht Club
• Sailing courses with South Windermere Sailing Club

A car ferry links Ferry Nab on the eastern shore of Windermere with Ferry House, Far Sawrey on the west. For details see Travel around Windermere .

Windermere has arctic charr, brown trout, pike, perch, roach and eels, salmon and sea trout. You will need a rod licence to fish in any freshwater in the Lake District .

Staying safe on the water

Before heading out onto the water, take a look at our short water safety videos and guides .

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Boat launching and storage

Ferry Nab is the main public launching area with a public car park, toilet and shower facilities, public jetties, sailing dinghy storage and tender storage. It's the only public slipway available for power boats and large boats.

Small motor boats (five horsepower or less) may launch from Waterhead. Sailing dinghies, canoes and rowing boats may be launched from several areas on National Trust land, Rayrigg Meadow and Beech Hill.

There are several private and commercial launching points, predominately on the eastern shore. These include sailing and power boat clubs, caravan parks, commercial jetties and marinas and several outdoor pursuit and activity centres.

Pop in to Bowness Bay Information Centre for help and advice

We can help you with booking tickets and attractions, ideas for walks places to visit, and we've got a range of guidbooks, maps and gifts. See us on the south side of Bowness Bay, home to  Bowness Information Centre .

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Special D-Day 80th anniversary tribute on Windermere's historic boat

Cumbria have commemorated the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, with a special tribute on board one of Windermere’s historic cruise vessels.

This tribute took place on Wednesday, June 5, a day before the day before the anniversary of D-Day.

It began at 8am in the morning, featuring a lone piper playing on the deck of Windermere Lake Cruises’ historic boat, MV Teal.

This poignant performance was in honour of Bill Millin, the brave piper who famously played tunes on Sword Beach on D-Day in 1944, boosting the morale of the Allied troops.

The bagpipe tribute is part of a series of 10 performances, organised by Cumbria Freemasons with the Royal Pageant Master of Buckingham Palace, part of a schedule that started 80 days ahead of D-Day's anniversary.

Bill Bewley, chairman of Winander Leisure, and head of Cumbria Freemasons, was full of praise for this unusual commemoration.

Mr Bewley said: "This was a very special, poignant event and a very important one too.

"D-Day was a defining moment in our history and its only right we commemorate it and remember all those who took part.

"Windermere Lake Cruises has been honoured to be involved."

Richard Cowie, a member of Cumbria Freemasons, performed the touching song 'Highland Laddie' and will complete his performances on Thursday, June 6, D-Day.

Mr Millin boldly contravened the British military’s prohibition on pipers at the front and in his Cameron tartan kilt walked along Sword Beach.

German soldiers later admitted they were reluctant to target him.

The final bagpipe tribute will take place on June 6 at 8am at Kendal Rugby Club.

Later that day, an event will also take place at the club at 5.30pm, celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

The event will feature a commemorative parade, military vehicles, the Burneside Brass band, and a period singer, with all proceeds going to Armed Forces charities.

Yellow Cruise

A stunning cruise along the southern half of lake windermere.

Bowness ↔ Lakeside | See route map below

🕘 90 minutes return / 40 minutes one way

• Enjoy a beautiful round trip from Bowness. Stay on board for a 90-minute return cruise or get off at Lakeside and catch a later boat back.
• Alternatively start at Lakeside Pier, get off at Bowness and return on a later boat.
• Each cruise includes a fascinating commentary on the history, attractions and points of interest surrounding Windermere.

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The scenic cruise connects Lakeside Pier (the southernmost tip of Lake Windermere) with the bustling town of Bowness-on-Windermere half way up the lake. From the boat, you can see Lake District fells, historic houses and beautiful ancient woodlands.

Get off the boat at Lakeside for connections to the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway , woodland walks and Lakes Aquarium .

Combined tickets are available.

Get off the boat at Bowness and you're right in the heart of this bustling Lakeland village, complete with many shops, cafes, bars and hotels.

Standard Ticket Prices (valid from Saturday 23rd March 2024 until Sunday 3rd November 2024)

• Prices below are return fares
• Book your tickets by selecting a date in the 'Book Your Cruise' box below.

Additional Information

• The Yellow Cruise does not operate Monday-Friday between 10 -31 January.
• 🎫 Buy tickets online or at pier ticket offices on the day
• ➡ Single fares can be purchased from our ticket offices
• 📆 Plan your day around this cruise - see a sample Itinerary
• 🐕 Well-behaved dogs travel free

🚲 Bikes are welcome on our 'steamer' services

'Steamer' Teal operates on the yellow cruise

Our yellow cruise has fantastic views of wooded shorelines, historical houses, gardens and more.

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Select a date to view prices and sailing times.

• Child prices are valid for children aged 5-15 years. Children under 5 travel free.
• Family tickets are valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children.

This ticket can be used to start from either Bowness or Lakeside and is valid on all scheduled yellow cruise departure times and is not time specific.

Times normally operated by our 'steamers' Swan, Teal or Tern, may sometimes be substituted for a smaller vessel for operational reasons. Prices and timetable information are subject to change without notice.

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🕑: We are now running to our peak season timetable.

Access and Facilities

♿ disabled access.

Three different types of vessels operate on this route with varying accessibility.

• ♿ MV Swift - (marked with a green wheelchair icon on our timetables): our most accessible vessel - step-free access from pier to indoor/outdoor seating & accessible toilet
• ♿ 'Steamers' MV Swan/Teal - (marked with black wheelchair icon on our timetables) - step-free access from pier to indoor/outdoor seating. Toilets down steep steps.
• ❌ 'Steamer' Tern & modern launches like Miss Cumbria/Miss Lakeland - are not recommended for customers with limited mobility

Please visit our Accessibility section for more information.

Wheelchair users are strongly advised to call us to confirm which vessel is operating on which service, particularly in poor weather conditions. As on rare occasions, the vessels operating each route can change.

🧑‍🦽 Carer goes free policy

If a disabled adult in your group needs a carer, then the carer travels free. For more information about this scheme and to see all the terms and conditions, please read our company policy for disabled passengers .

☕ On-Board Facilities

• MV Swift - ☕ 🍺 🍷🥪Full bar with hot/cold drinks, draught beer/lager & sandwiches/snacks | 🚾Toilets including accessible toilet | 💺Indoor & outdoor seats
• 'Steamers' Swan/Teal/Tern - ☕ 🍺 🍷🥪 Full bar with hot/cold drinks, draught beer/lager & sandwiches/snacks | 🚾 Multiple toilets | 💺 Indoor & outdoor seats

🎫 Conditions of Carriage

Our services are provided in accordance with our Conditions of Carriage.

🚭 No Smoking Policy

For the safety and comfort of all passengers and crew, Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd operates a no smoking policy on-board its vessels, piers and shore premises. This includes electronic cigarettes.

🐶 Dogs

All well behaved dogs are welcome on board and travel for free.

🚲 Bikes

Bikes are welcome on board our larger vessels if space is available. Each bike will cost £2 per journey pier to pier payable on the day of travel.

Upgrade this cruise

Did you know that you can make more of your cruise by upgrading it? Why not combine your cruise with a local attraction, or enjoy a full day on Windermere with a Freedom of the Lake ticket, allowing you unlimited travel for 24 hours.

Freedom Of The Lake ®

Unlimited boat travel for 24 hours on all routes | ⚓ See the full lake on this ticket: Lakeside ↔ Bowness ↔ Ambleside in 🕘 over 3 hours

Yellow Cruise & Motor Museum

Combine a scenic half-lake cruise with a trip to the fascinating Lakeland Motor Museum (within 5 days) | ⚓ Bowness ↔ Lakeside + 🚗 Museum 🕑 4 hours +

Annual Pass

Unlimited cruising for a whole year. | ⚓ Valid on any daytime cruise every day except Christmas Day 📆 364 days

76-year-old man drowns in Lake Lanier, officials say

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A 76-year-old man from Gainesville drowned in Lake Lanier on Wednesday, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

Georgia game wardens, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and the Forsyth Fire Department were called to the lake near Keith Bridge Park at around 9:30 p.m. Jim Hansard’s body was found in 13 feet of water using boat-mounted sonar, the department said.

Hansard hadn’t been seen since lunchtime when he was at his dock, the department said. A friend noticed Hansard’s golf cart at the dock and spotted a water shoe floating nearby.

Forsyth County divers were able to recover Hansard’s body.

PREVIOUS COVERAGE: 73-year-old man dies on Lake Lanier after boat seat comes loose, officials say

The incident marks the second death at Lake Lanier this year. On May 29, a 73-year-old man was fishing on the lake with his wife when his boat seat came loose, causing him to fall into the water.

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