4/5 - Good
Lake cruise from Bowness is good value.






Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lake cruise from Bowness is good value.
We bought a 24 hour "Freedom of the lakes" ticket and managed to get four different boat cruises in during our 24 hours!
We took the 24 hour Lake ticket and managed to get four different cruises across the lake in in the time allowed!
Windermere Lake is always an attraction, bringing with it a lot of people. So it gets very busy.... Finding a parking space in the town can be difficult, so maybe find one a little away from the centre and walk in to the hurly-burly
Great boat trip and easy walk along the west side of the lake.
If you opt for boat trips ,make sure you take cash with you if you want to buy onboard. £2.50 for hot chocolate as example.

Bring your childhood dreams to life at the complex devoted to the children’s books and other works at this local wonderland.

Traverse the largest lake in England and relish the relaxed atmosphere at this base equipped with rental equipment and activities for the family.

Enjoy a round of golf in Crook at Windermere Golf Club. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.

Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories during your trip to Windermere. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.








