Windermere & Ambleside
Windermere and Ambleside - explore and visit
Windermere in the Lake District is England's largest lake at 10.5 miles long, that's just over 18 km. At its deepest point is 219 feet, that's 66.7 m.
Windermere is also the name of a small town, which lies just over a mile from the lake shore. It's separate from the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, which is one of the busiest place along the shoreline and the main jetties for cruise boats.
Ambleside is one of the most popular towns in the Lake District, sitting at the north end of Windermere lake its a great place to start some of the best know fell walks.
Take a boat cruise along part of all of Windermere lake. visit Beatrix Potter's former home Hill Top or explore Brockhole on Windermere visitor centre.
Windermere and Ambleside Attractions and Activities
Windermere Jetty Museum lakelandarts.org.uk/windermere-jetty-museum/
Immerse yourself in an exciting programme of art displays, family-friendly activities, creative workshops, talks and events, and venture out on the lake in one of our beautifully restored heritage boats.
Explore Windermere’s 200-year-old boating history, as we bring to life the lake’s boats, builders, sailors, skills and technology through interactive display, oral histories and a fascinating collection of boats, gadgets and curiosities.
Wordsworth Grasmere www.wordsworth.org.uk
Dove Cottage, Museum, Garden-Orchard, Woodland and Shop
In 1799 William Wordsworth arrived in Grasmere aged 29, largely unknown and writing innovative poetry in a new style. Whilst living at Dove Cottage with his family, Wordsworth wrote many of his greatest poems and his sister Dorothy kept her Grasmere journal. Visit Wordsworth Grasmere and discover the story of this remarkable time in his life.
Lakeland Motor Museum www.lakelandmotormuseum.co.uk
Explore our fascinating collection of over 30,000 exhibits that trace the development of road transport throughout the twentieth century - cycles, motorbikes, motor cars and automobilia.
Housed in a converted mill in the heart of the Lake District, we’re minutes from Lake Windermere.
Grasmere Gingerbread Shop www.grasmeregingerbread.co.uk
VICTORIAN cook Sarah Nelson invented Grasmere Gingerbread in 1854 in the English Lake District village from where it gets its name. A unique, spicy-sweet cross between a biscuit and cake, its reputation quickly spread and it is now enjoyed by food lovers all over the world.
Today, the business is run by third generation owners Joanne and Andrew Hunter and every day visitors to the shop are greeted by the wonderful aroma of freshly baked Grasmere Gingerbread hanging in the air.
The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop also sells its own award-winning rum butter and a variety of ginger-themed foodstuffs including toffee, fudges, chocolates, conserves, Cartmel Village Store Sticky Toffee Sauce, Kendal Mint Cake, conserves, ginger beer, ginger-themed gifts, and much, much more.
Brockhole on Windermere www.brockhole.co.uk
Enjoy a day on the shore of Windermere with outdoor activities, outdoor dining, and boat hire.
Lakes Aquarium www.lakesaquarium.co.uk
Go on a journey of discovery! Set on the lakeshore, this award winning attraction has the UK's largest collection of freshwater fish.
The World Of Beatrix Potter www.hop-skip-jump.com
The World of Beatrix Potter™ is a vibrant family Attraction bringing to life Beatrix Potter’s enchanting stories in a magical recreation of the beautiful Lake District countryside. The exhibition features favourite characters from the famous books, an award-winning outdoor Peter Rabbit Garden, a superb character-themed family-friendly café and world-famous gift shop ensuring all generations of visitors can experience a little bit of Beatrix Potter magic.
Grasmere
Easy-to-drive boats available from Bowness Beach, Bowness Dock & Waterhead
Cruises
Windermere Lake Cruises windermere-lakecruises.co.uk
Explore Windermere, England's largest lake by boat.
Spectacular Lake District views from on board our regular cruises from Ambleside, Brockhole, Bowness & Lakeside.
Historic Railways
Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway lakesiderailway.co.uk,
At Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, travel back in time when you climb aboard our steam train. A distant memory of bygone years for some and a new experience for others, it’s a unique day out for all.
Established in 1973 The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway is a family run business in the heart of the Lake District.
Minibus Tours
Mountain Goat Tours mountain-goat.com
Discover Northern England and beyond with multi award-winning Mountain Goat Tours, celebrating over 50 years of experience. Our small group tours take visitors off the beaten track with knowledgeable and friendly driver-guides.
Ferry Service
Winderemere Ferry https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/parking-streets-and-transport/windermere-ferry
Fares and time table for our ferry across Windermere lake.
We operate a ferry that carries cars, bicycles and foot passengers across Windermere lake from Ferry Nab in Bowness to Far Sawrey.
The journey takes around 10 minutes, one way.