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Around the Lake Even without leaving dry land there is plenty to do all year round. Take a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, explore the area by bicycle or open-top bus, or visit one of the numerous historic houses or gardens. Viewpoints The short walk to Orrest Head (SD415994) 4 is well worth the uphill effort, for at the top is an outstanding panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains. Other viewpoints can be found at Biskey Howe (SD409969), Post Knott (SD406964), Hammar Bank (SD405991) and Queen Adelaide’s Hill (SD403987). Cockshott Point (SD396964) 5 , a rocky promontory jutting into Windermere, provides magnificent views over the lake. 6 Holehird Gardens (NY410009) This 10-acre hillside garden, managed by the Lakeland Horticultural Society, has been transformed from an abandoned rock garden into a ‘garden for all seasons’, with specimen trees, a walled garden with herbaceous borders, and displays of alpine plants. The national plant collections for astilbe, hydrangea and polystichum ferns are held here. Tel: 015394 46008 www.holehirdgardens.org.uk 7 Blackwell, the Arts & Crafts House (SD401946) Blackwell was built as a holiday home for Sir Edward Holt, a wealthy brewer from Manchester. No expense was spared in creating a finely detailed home that takes its inspiration from nature. The house was completed in 1900 to a design by Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott – one of the foremost architects of the Arts & Crafts movement. Changing exhibitions on contemporary and historic crafts. Tel: 015394 46139 www.blackwell.org.uk On the Lake From the rugged backdrop of mountains to wooded shores and secluded bays, Windermere is surrounded by some breathtaking scenery – best appreciated from the lake itself. 1 Windermere Lake Cruises (SD401968) Cruise in comfort, with sailings all year round between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside or enjoy a special 45-minute island sightseeing cruise. Summer sailings to Brockhole, Wray Castle, Ferry House and Fell Foot Country Park. Evening buffet cruises with traditional live jazz music (summer only). Tel: 015394 43360 www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk 2 Fell Foot (SD382871) A restored Victorian park with lakeshore access to Windermere and children’s playground. Hire a rowing boat and head out on the lake, or enjoy a picnic and a paddle. There is a ferry across to Lakeside and Windermere Lake Cruises stops at Fell Foot during the summer months. Open all year round (tearoom Mar–Oct only). Tel: 015395 31273 www.nationaltrust.org.uk 3 Shepherds Windermere Ltd Hire a self-drive motor boat or electric cabin cruiser and explore Windermere at your leisure. Windermere Marina Village, Bowness Bay, LA23 3JQ Tel: 015394 46004 www.shepherdswindermere.co.uk Windermere Orrest Head Family Activities In and around Windermere and Bowness, there is a huge choice of activities for the whole family to enjoy. 8 Lakes Aquarium (SD378873) This freshwater aquarium is home to more than just fish. You can see otters, British sharks and diving ducks and interact with hippos and crocodiles in the virtual dive bell. Easily accessible from the Windermere Lake Cruises jetty at Lakeside. Tel: 015395 30153 www.lakesaquarium.co.uk 9 Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway (SD378875) Take a nostalgic steam-powered trip along a scenic section of railway from Haverthwaite to Lakeside. Trains can be boarded at Lakeside (in conjunction with Windermere Lake Cruises) or Haverthwaite (with car parking, restaurant and woodland picnic area). Special event weekends. Tel: 015395 31594 www.lakesiderailway.co.uk Look out for special combined tickets which include travel by steamer (or launch) to Lakeside, entry to the Lakes Aquarium and a ride on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. 10 World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (SD403971) Bringing all 23 of Beatrix Potter tales to life, complete with sights, sounds and smells! Discover Peter Rabbit in Mr McGregor’s garden, visit Mrs Tiggy-winkle in her kitchen and explore the woodland glade with Jemima Puddleduck. The Miss Potter Room uses film, displays and virtual technology to explore the author’s life. Tel: 015394 88444 www.hop-skip-jump.com World of Beatrix Potter Attraction By Bus Services run frequently between Windermere and Bowness. Other bus services connect with Brockhole Visitor Centre, Coniston, Hawkshead and the Langdales. Service 599 runs frequently between Bowness Pier (Windermere) and Grasmere (via Windermere rail station and Ambleside). Seasonal Sunday service. Service 555 between Kendal and Keswick (via Windermere. Ambleside and Grasmere) runs at regular intervals every day. Service 505 – daily service to Hawkshead and Coniston. Service 516 – daily service to Great Langdale (April to October). Service 517 – seasonal service to Glenridding (via Troutbeck and the Kirkstone Pass). Check timetable for dates and times. Service 618 – daily service between Ambleside and Barrow-in-Furness (via Brockhole, Windermere, Bowness, Newby Bridge and Ulverston), with connecting services for Windermere Lake Cruises at Waterhead (Ambleside) and Bowness. A hail-and-ride road train provides a circular service between Braithwaite Fold car park and Bowness Information Centre every day from Easter to the end of October. Explorer tickets allow travel on all Stagecoach buses in Cumbria and Lancashire. Tickets can be purchased on any Stagecoach service. Bowness Bay Tourist Information Centre offers 4-day Explorer and 7-Day Gold Rider tickets (passport photo required). By Train The railway station at Windermere has trains departing every hour or so to Oxenholme – The Lake District, on the main intercity route between Scotland and the South of England. For more information on all bus, rail and ferry timetables and fares, contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or www.traveline.org.uk By Cycle Bicycles can be taken on the Windermere steamers and most launches. For more information on cycling in Cumbria generally go to www.cyclingcumbria.co.uk Cross Lakes Experience Explore without the car - a combination of lake cruiser, minibus and coach can deliver you to the door. Service operates between Windermere, Bowness, Hawkshead, Grizedale and Coniston. Pick up a leaflet from a Tourist Information Centre, Windermere Lake Cruises or Mountain Goat and plan your adventure! Tel: 015394 45161 Mountain Goat Victoria Street, Windermere LA13 1AD Full and half day themed Lake District tours by minibus. Sit back and enjoy spectacular, panoramic views. Tel: 015394 45161 www.mountain-goat.com For advice on local events, where to eat, where to stay and what to do in Windermere and Bowness, please call or visit: Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, Windermere, LA23 1AD Tel: 015394 46499 Email: [email protected] Tourist Information Centre, Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3HJ, Tel: 015394 42895 Email: [email protected] www.lake-district.gov.uk Other sources of information can be found at www.windermereonline.co.uk Alternatively you can check availability or book accommodation on www.golakes.co.uk The towns of Windermere and Bowness at the heart of the Lake District have been a magnet for visitors since Victorian times. With easy access to the lake shore of Windermere and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding fells, the area remains just as popular today. Windermere, England’s longest lake, is a narrow finger of water some 17 km (10.5 miles) long, stretching from Ambleside in the north to Newby Bridge in the south. There are 14 islands in the lake, the largest of which is Belle Isle (formerly known as Longholme) with its unusual circular house. A ferry service has operated across the narrowest point of the lake (Bowness to Ferry House on the western shore) since the 15th century. Originally a small hamlet called Birthwaite, the town of Windermere rose to prominence with the completion of the railway link from Kendal in 1847. The railway came and so did the visitors – some 120,000 in its first year, mainly from the industrial towns of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Horse-drawn carriages were laid on to ferry passengers from the station to the lakeside, whilst charabancs took hotel guests on sightseeing excursions around the area. Until the 19th century, Bowness-on-Windermere was a fishing village. But once the railway came to Windermere, hotels, villas and boarding houses rapidly sprang up to accommodate the influx of visitors. Today, it is a bustling tourist destination offering a cosmopolitan mix of shops, restaurants and accommodation. For wealthy Victorian businessmen from the urban areas, the Lakes was a haven of scenic tranquillity, and many of them acquired grand country retreats on Windermere, such as Storrs Hall (now a hotel) and Brockhole (now the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre). Today, the area is a focus for pleasure cruises and a variety of watersports, such as sailing, kayaking and windsurfing. Away from the lake shore you’ll find a variety of heritage sites, historic houses, gardens and other visitor attractions. Published by South Lakes Tourism Action Group and Cumbria Tourism Designed by Sedley Place Printed by Shanleys, Levens Whilst every effort was made to ensure that the information was correct at the time of going to press, Cumbria Tourism can accept no responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions, nor for any inconvenience arising therefrom. a sense of place Cover image: Windermere and the Langdale Pikes windermere & bowness www.golakes.co.uk

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Page 1: windermere & bowness · Windermere Orrest Head windermere & bowness Family Activities In and around Windermere and Bowness, there is a huge choice of activities for the whole family

By BusServices run frequently between Windermere and Bowness. Other bus services connect with Brockhole Visitor Centre, Coniston, Hawkshead and the Langdales.

Service 599 runs frequently between Bowness Pier (Windermere) and Grasmere (via Windermere rail station and Ambleside). Seasonal Sunday service.Service 555 between Kendal and Keswick (via Windermere. Ambleside and Grasmere) runs at regular intervals every day.Service 505 – daily service to Hawkshead and Coniston.Service 516 – daily service to Great Langdale (April to October).Service 517 – seasonal service to Glenridding (via Troutbeck and the Kirkstone Pass). Check timetable for dates and times.Service 618 – daily service between Ambleside and Barrow-in-Furness (via Brockhole, Windermere, Bowness, Newby Bridge and Ulverston), with connecting services for Windermere Lake Cruises at Waterhead (Ambleside) and Bowness.

A hail-and-ride road train provides a circular service between Braithwaite Fold car park and Bowness Information Centre every day from Easter to the end of October.

Explorer tickets allow travel on all Stagecoach buses in Cumbria and Lancashire. Tickets can be purchased on any Stagecoach service. Bowness Bay Tourist Information Centre offers 4-day Explorer and 7-Day Gold Rider tickets (passport photo required).

By TrainThe railway station at Windermere has trains departing every hour or so to Oxenholme – The Lake District, on the main intercity route between Scotland and the South of England.

For more information on all bus, rail and ferry timetables and fares, contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or www.traveline.org.uk

By CycleBicycles can be taken on the Windermere steamers and most launches.For more information on cycling in Cumbria generally go towww.cyclingcumbria.co.uk

Cross Lakes Experience Explore without the car - a combination of lake cruiser, minibus and coach can deliver you to the door. Service operates between Windermere, Bowness, Hawkshead, Grizedale and Coniston. Pick up a leaflet from a Tourist Information Centre, Windermere Lake Cruises or Mountain Goat and plan your adventure! Tel: 015394 45161

Mountain GoatVictoria Street, Windermere LA13 1AD Full and half day themed Lake District tours by minibus. Sit back and enjoy spectacular, panoramic views. Tel: 015394 45161 www.mountain-goat.com

For advice on local events, where to eat, where to stay and what to do in Windermere and Bowness, please call or visit:

Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, Windermere, LA23 1AD Tel: 015394 46499 Email: [email protected]

Tourist Information Centre, Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere,LA23 3HJ, Tel: 015394 42895 Email: [email protected]

Other sources of information can be found at www.windermereonline.co.uk

Alternatively you can check availability or book accommodation onwww.golakes.co.uk

The towns of Windermere and Bowness at the heart of the Lake District have been a magnet for visitors since Victorian times. With easy access to the lake shore of Windermere and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding fells, the area remains just as popular today.

Windermere, England’s longest lake, is a narrow finger of water some 17 km (10.5 miles) long, stretching from Ambleside in the north to Newby Bridge in the south. There are 14 islands in the lake, the largest of which is Belle Isle (formerly known as Longholme) with its unusual circular house. A ferry service has operated across the narrowest point of the lake (Bowness to Ferry House on the western shore) since the 15th century.

Originally a small hamlet called Birthwaite, the town of Windermere rose to prominence with the completion of the railway link from Kendal in 1847. The railway came and so did the visitors – some 120,000 in its first year, mainly from the industrial towns of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Horse-drawn carriages were laid on to ferry passengers from the station to the lakeside, whilst charabancs took hotel guests on sightseeing excursions around the area.

Until the 19th century, Bowness-on-Windermere was a fishing village. But once the railway came to Windermere, hotels, villas and boarding houses rapidly sprang up to accommodate the influx of visitors. Today, it is a bustling tourist destination offering a cosmopolitan mix of shops, restaurants and accommodation.

For wealthy Victorian businessmen from the urban areas, the Lakes was a haven of scenic tranquillity, and many of them acquired grand country retreats on Windermere, such as Storrs Hall (now a hotel) and Brockhole (now the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre).

Today, the area is a focus for pleasure cruises and a variety of watersports, such as sailing, kayaking and windsurfing. Away from the lake shore you’ll find a variety of heritage sites, historic houses, gardens and other visitor attractions.

Published by South Lakes Tourism Action Group and Cumbria Tourism

Designed by Sedley Place Printed by Shanleys, Levens

Whilst every effort was made to ensure that the information was correct at the time of going to press, Cumbria Tourism can accept no responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions, nor for any inconvenience arising therefrom.

a sense of place

Around the LakeEven without leaving dry land there is plenty to do all year round. Take a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, explore the area by bicycle or open-top bus, or visit one of the numerous historic houses or gardens.

Viewpoints The short walk to Orrest Head (SD415994) 4 is well worth the uphill effort, for at the top is an outstanding panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains. Other viewpoints can be found at Biskey Howe (SD409969), Post Knott (SD406964), Hammar Bank (SD405991) and Queen Adelaide’s Hill (SD403987). Cockshott Point (SD396964) 5 , a rocky promontory jutting into Windermere, provides magnificent views over the lake.

6 Holehird Gardens (NY410009)This 10-acre hillside garden, managed by the Lakeland Horticultural Society, has been transformed from an abandoned rock garden into a ‘garden for all seasons’, with specimen trees, a walled garden with herbaceous borders, and displays of alpine plants. The national plant collections for astilbe, hydrangea and polystichum ferns are held here. Tel: 015394 46008 www.holehirdgardens.org.uk

7 Blackwell, the Arts & Crafts House (SD401946)Blackwell was built as a holiday home for Sir Edward Holt, a wealthy brewer from Manchester. No expense was spared in creating a finely detailed home that takes its inspiration from nature. The house was completed in 1900 to a design by Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott – one of the foremost architects of the Arts & Crafts movement. Changing exhibitions on contemporary and historic crafts. Tel: 015394 46139 www.blackwell.org.uk

Cover image: Windermere and the Langdale Pikes

On the LakeFrom the rugged backdrop of mountains to wooded shores and secluded bays, Windermere is surrounded by some breathtaking scenery – best appreciated from the lake itself.

1 Windermere Lake Cruises (SD401968)Cruise in comfort, with sailings all year round between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside or enjoy a special 45-minute island sightseeing cruise. Summer sailings to Brockhole, Wray Castle, Ferry House and Fell Foot Country Park. Evening buffet cruises with traditional live jazz music (summer only).Tel: 015394 43360 www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk

2 Fell Foot (SD382871)A restored Victorian park with lakeshore access to Windermere and children’s playground. Hire a rowing boat and head out on the lake, or enjoy a picnic and a paddle. There is a ferry across to Lakeside and Windermere Lake Cruises stops at Fell Foot during the summer months.Open all year round (tearoom Mar–Oct only).Tel: 015395 31273 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

3 Shepherds Windermere LtdHire a self-drive motor boat or electric cabin cruiser and explore Windermere at your leisure.Windermere Marina Village, Bowness Bay, LA23 3JQTel: 015394 46004 www.shepherdswindermere.co.uk

Windermere Orrest Head

windermere& bowness

www.golakes.co.uk

Family ActivitiesIn and around Windermere and Bowness, there is a huge choice of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

8 Lakes Aquarium (SD378873)This freshwater aquarium is home to more than just fish. You can see otters, British sharks and diving ducks and interact with hippos and crocodiles in the virtual dive bell. Easily accessible from the Windermere Lake Cruises jetty at Lakeside.Tel: 015395 30153 www.lakesaquarium.co.uk

9 Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway (SD378875)Take a nostalgic steam-powered trip along a scenic section of railway from Haverthwaite to Lakeside. Trains can be boarded at Lakeside (in conjunction with Windermere Lake Cruises) or Haverthwaite (with car parking, restaurant and woodland picnic area). Special event weekends.Tel: 015395 31594 www.lakesiderailway.co.uk

Look out for special combined tickets which include travel by steamer (or launch) to Lakeside, entry to the Lakes Aquarium and a ride on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway.

10 World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (SD403971)Bringing all 23 of Beatrix Potter tales to life, complete with sights, sounds and smells! Discover Peter Rabbit in Mr McGregor’s garden, visit Mrs Tiggy-winkle in her kitchen and explore the woodland glade with Jemima Puddleduck. The Miss Potter Room uses film, displays and virtual technology to explore the author’s life.Tel: 015394 88444 www.hop-skip-jump.com

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

By BusServices run frequently between Windermere and Bowness. Other bus services connect with Brockhole Visitor Centre, Coniston, Hawkshead and the Langdales.

Service 599 runs frequently between Bowness Pier (Windermere) and Grasmere (via Windermere rail station and Ambleside). Seasonal Sunday service.Service 555 between Kendal and Keswick (via Windermere. Ambleside and Grasmere) runs at regular intervals every day.Service 505 – daily service to Hawkshead and Coniston.Service 516 – daily service to Great Langdale (April to October).Service 517 – seasonal service to Glenridding (via Troutbeck and the Kirkstone Pass). Check timetable for dates and times.Service 618 – daily service between Ambleside and Barrow-in-Furness (via Brockhole, Windermere, Bowness, Newby Bridge and Ulverston), with connecting services for Windermere Lake Cruises at Waterhead (Ambleside) and Bowness.

A hail-and-ride road train provides a circular service between Braithwaite Fold car park and Bowness Information Centre every day from Easter to the end of October.

Explorer tickets allow travel on all Stagecoach buses in Cumbria and Lancashire. Tickets can be purchased on any Stagecoach service. Bowness Bay Tourist Information Centre offers 4-day Explorer and 7-Day Gold Rider tickets (passport photo required).

By TrainThe railway station at Windermere has trains departing every hour or so to Oxenholme – The Lake District, on the main intercity route between Scotland and the South of England.

For more information on all bus, rail and ferry timetables and fares, contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or www.traveline.org.uk

By CycleBicycles can be taken on the Windermere steamers and most launches.For more information on cycling in Cumbria generally go towww.cyclingcumbria.co.uk

Cross Lakes Experience Explore without the car - a combination of lake cruiser, minibus and coach can deliver you to the door. Service operates between Windermere, Bowness, Hawkshead, Grizedale and Coniston. Pick up a leaflet from a Tourist Information Centre, Windermere Lake Cruises or Mountain Goat and plan your adventure! Tel: 015394 45161

Mountain GoatVictoria Street, Windermere LA13 1AD Full and half day themed Lake District tours by minibus. Sit back and enjoy spectacular, panoramic views. Tel: 015394 45161 www.mountain-goat.com

For advice on local events, where to eat, where to stay and what to do in Windermere and Bowness, please call or visit:

Tourist Information Centre, Victoria Street, Windermere, LA23 1AD Tel: 015394 46499 Email: [email protected]

Tourist Information Centre, Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere,LA23 3HJ, Tel: 015394 42895 Email: [email protected]

Other sources of information can be found at www.windermereonline.co.uk

Alternatively you can check availability or book accommodation onwww.golakes.co.uk

The towns of Windermere and Bowness at the heart of the Lake District have been a magnet for visitors since Victorian times. With easy access to the lake shore of Windermere and panoramic views of the lake and surrounding fells, the area remains just as popular today.

Windermere, England’s longest lake, is a narrow finger of water some 17 km (10.5 miles) long, stretching from Ambleside in the north to Newby Bridge in the south. There are 14 islands in the lake, the largest of which is Belle Isle (formerly known as Longholme) with its unusual circular house. A ferry service has operated across the narrowest point of the lake (Bowness to Ferry House on the western shore) since the 15th century.

Originally a small hamlet called Birthwaite, the town of Windermere rose to prominence with the completion of the railway link from Kendal in 1847. The railway came and so did the visitors – some 120,000 in its first year, mainly from the industrial towns of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Horse-drawn carriages were laid on to ferry passengers from the station to the lakeside, whilst charabancs took hotel guests on sightseeing excursions around the area.

Until the 19th century, Bowness-on-Windermere was a fishing village. But once the railway came to Windermere, hotels, villas and boarding houses rapidly sprang up to accommodate the influx of visitors. Today, it is a bustling tourist destination offering a cosmopolitan mix of shops, restaurants and accommodation.

For wealthy Victorian businessmen from the urban areas, the Lakes was a haven of scenic tranquillity, and many of them acquired grand country retreats on Windermere, such as Storrs Hall (now a hotel) and Brockhole (now the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre).

Today, the area is a focus for pleasure cruises and a variety of watersports, such as sailing, kayaking and windsurfing. Away from the lake shore you’ll find a variety of heritage sites, historic houses, gardens and other visitor attractions.

Published by South Lakes Tourism Action Group and Cumbria Tourism

Designed by Sedley Place Printed by Shanleys, Levens

Whilst every effort was made to ensure that the information was correct at the time of going to press, Cumbria Tourism can accept no responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions, nor for any inconvenience arising therefrom.

a sense of place

Around the LakeEven without leaving dry land there is plenty to do all year round. Take a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, explore the area by bicycle or open-top bus, or visit one of the numerous historic houses or gardens.

Viewpoints The short walk to Orrest Head (SD415994) 4 is well worth the uphill effort, for at the top is an outstanding panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains. Other viewpoints can be found at Biskey Howe (SD409969), Post Knott (SD406964), Hammar Bank (SD405991) and Queen Adelaide’s Hill (SD403987). Cockshott Point (SD396964) 5, a rocky promontory jutting into Windermere, provides magnificent views over the lake.

6 Holehird Gardens (NY410009)This 10-acre hillside garden, managed by the Lakeland Horticultural Society, has been transformed from an abandoned rock garden into a ‘garden for all seasons’, with specimen trees, a walled garden with herbaceous borders, and displays of alpine plants. The national plant collections for astilbe, hydrangea and polystichum ferns are held here. Tel: 015394 46008 www.holehirdgardens.org.uk

7 Blackwell, the Arts & Crafts House (SD401946)Blackwell was built as a holiday home for Sir Edward Holt, a wealthy brewer from Manchester. No expense was spared in creating a finely detailed home that takes its inspiration from nature. The house was completed in 1900 to a design by Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott – one of the foremost architects of the Arts & Crafts movement. Changing exhibitions on contemporary and historic crafts. Tel: 015394 46139 www.blackwell.org.uk

Cover image: Windermere and the Langdale Pikes

On the LakeFrom the rugged backdrop of mountains to wooded shores and secluded bays, Windermere is surrounded by some breathtaking scenery – best appreciated from the lake itself.

1 Windermere Lake Cruises (SD401968)Cruise in comfort, with sailings all year round between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside or enjoy a special 45-minute island sightseeing cruise. Summer sailings to Brockhole, Wray Castle, Ferry House and Fell Foot Country Park. Evening buffet cruises with traditional live jazz music (summer only).Tel: 015394 43360 www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk

2 Fell Foot (SD382871)A restored Victorian park with lakeshore access to Windermere and children’s playground. Hire a rowing boat and head out on the lake, or enjoy a picnic and a paddle. There is a ferry across to Lakeside and Windermere Lake Cruises stops at Fell Foot during the summer months.Open all year round (tearoom Mar–Oct only).Tel: 015395 31273 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

3 Shepherds Windermere LtdHire a self-drive motor boat or electric cabin cruiser and explore Windermere at your leisure.Windermere Marina Village, Bowness Bay, LA23 3JQTel: 015394 46004 www.shepherdswindermere.co.uk

WindermereOrrest Head

windermere& bowness

www.golakes.co.uk

Family ActivitiesIn and around Windermere and Bowness, there is a huge choice of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

8 Lakes Aquarium (SD378873)This freshwater aquarium is home to more than just fish. You can see otters, British sharks and diving ducks and interact with hippos and crocodiles in the virtual dive bell. Easily accessible from the Windermere Lake Cruises jetty at Lakeside.Tel: 015395 30153 www.lakesaquarium.co.uk

9 Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway (SD378875)Take a nostalgic steam-powered trip along a scenic section of railway from Haverthwaite to Lakeside. Trains can be boarded at Lakeside (in conjunction with Windermere Lake Cruises) or Haverthwaite (with car parking, restaurant and woodland picnic area). Special event weekends.Tel: 015395 31594 www.lakesiderailway.co.uk

Look out for special combined tickets which include travel by steamer (or launch) to Lakeside, entry to the Lakes Aquarium and a ride on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway.

10 World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (SD403971)Bringing all 23 of Beatrix Potter tales to life, complete with sights, sounds and smells! Discover Peter Rabbit in Mr McGregor’s garden, visit Mrs Tiggy-winkle in her kitchen and explore the woodland glade with Jemima Puddleduck. The Miss Potter Room uses film, displays and virtual technology to explore the author’s life.Tel: 015394 88444 www.hop-skip-jump.com

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

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Other places to see

11 Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole (NY389010)Tel: 015394 46601 www.lake-district.gov.uk Activities for all the family. There are exhibitions on Lakeland life and landscapes, special events and workshops, and attractive gardens with an adventure playground for children. The café serves home-made food and refreshments. Free admission, but with on-site parking charges. Arrive by bus, boat, bike or on foot and your visit is completely free!

12 St Martin’s Church, Bowness (SD402961)Built in 1483, this is one of the earliest surviving churches in Cumbria. The magnificent east window incorporates the coat of arms of John Washington, an ancestor of the first president of the USA (George Washington). His heraldry of stars and stripes is thought to have inspired the American flag.

13 Hill Top (SD370955)Tel: 015394 36269 www.nationaltrust.org.ukStep into the world of Beatrix Potter in this 17th century farmhouse, which provided the inspiration for 13 of her books including The Tale of Tom Kitten and The Tale of Jemima Puddleduck. Owned by the National Trust, it remains much the same as when she lived here, with many of her paintings, furniture and china on view. Admission charge and timed entry system (to avoid overcrowding). Accessible by ferry and bus from Bowness.

14 Pinfold Gallery (SD404972)Tel: 015394 42929 www.pinfoldgallery.co.ukShowcasing glassware, ceramics and jewellery, mainly from Cumbrian artists. The gallery runs several glassmaking workshops every year. Open Wed–Sat (10.00–5.00); Sun (11.00–4.00). Closed January.

Things to do

15 Budgie BikesTel: 01524 389410 www.budgietransport.co.ukHire point at White Cross Bay, Ambleside Road, Windermere. Meet-and-greet service at Windermere Railway Station. Bikes can be dropped off at most Youth Hostels throughout Cumbria – check website for details.

16 Country Lanes Cycle CentreThe Railway Station, Windermere, LA23 1AHTel: 015394 44544 www.countrylanes.co.ukAlso at Lakeside, Newby Bridge (0845 3700778)

17 Holehird Tarn (NY408008)Stunning estate lake with carp, bream, tench and perch. Fishing permits from Bowness Bay Tourist Information Centre and Windermere Service Station. Contact Windermere and Ambleside District Angling Association www.lakedistrictfishing.net

18 Lakes LeisureLeigh Grove Building, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, LA23 1BPTel: 015394 47183 www.lakesleisure.org.ukA range of water activities for all ages and abilities. Learn how to windsurf, canoe, kayak and sail with fully qualified instructors. Children’s multi-activity courses. Also walking, climbing and family events.

19 Maples YachtingMarina Village, Bowness-on-WindermereTel: 07889 773292 www.maplesyachting.co.ukCruises, sailing courses, boat tuition

20 OB SailingFerry Nab, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JHTel: 015395 52338 www.obsailing.co.ukSailing courses with qualified instructors. Yacht hire available.

21 Old Laundry Theatre (SD403971)Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3BXTel: 015394 88444 ext. 223 www.oldlaundrytheatre.comCumbria’s only professional in-the-round theatre, founded in 1992 in conjunction with playwright Alan Ayckbourn and housed in an old Edwardian laundry building.

22 LIFE at Troutbeck: Swimming Pool & GymTel: 015394 43243 www.life-wellbeing.co.uk25m indoor swimming pool and 30 station gym. Day membership passes and swim session prices. Please call in advance to check times.

23 Royalty Cinema (SD405972)Lake Road, Bowness-on-WindermereTel: 015394 43364 www.nm-cinemas.co.ukOffers the latest releases and selected screenings of less mainstream films.

24 Windermere Canoe KayakFerry Nab Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JHTel: 015394 44451 www.windermerecanoekayak.comFull or half-day hire of canoes and kayaks. Other activities arranged from climbing and abseiling to mountain biking and archery. Tuition by fully qualified instructors.

25 Windermere Golf Club (SD419962)Cleabarrow, Windermere, LA23 3NB Tel: 015394 4312318-hole handicap and membership of a club required.

26 Windermere Lake HolidaysFerry Nab, Bowness, LA23 3JH Tel: 015394 43415 www.lakewindermere.netSailing boats for hire.

27 LakelandAlexandra Buildings, Windermere, LA23 1BQTel: 015394 88100 www.lakeland.co.ukThe home of creative kitchenware. Overflowing with innovative ideas to make food preparation, cooking, freezing and preserving so much easier.

Local facilities

Post Offices – Crescent Road, Windermere. St Martin’s Parade, Bowness-on-Windermere

Public Parks – Queens Park, Park Road, Windermere (bowling, tennis, children’s play area, skateboard park). The Glebe Recreation Ground, Bowness-on-Windermere (18-hole mini golf, putting, tennis (Easter–Oct)).

Car Parks – Windermere Railway Station. Broad Street, Windermere. Hammar Bank, Windermere. Rayrigg Meadow, Bowness. Rayrigg Road, Bowness. Quarry Mount, Bowness (short stay). Glebe Road, Bowness. Rectory Road, Bowness (owned by Windermere Lake Cruises). Ferry Nab Road, Bowness. Braithwaite Fold, Bowness.

Petrol Stations – Troutbeck Bridge. Main Road, Windermere. Rayrigg Road, Bowness.

Public Toilets – Broad Street, Windermere. Rayrigg Meadow car park, Bowness. Lake Road, Windermere (also disabled toilet) by the Baddeley clock tower. Quarry Mount car park, Bowness. Glebe Road, Bowness (next to Tourist Information Centre). Braithwaite Fold car park, Bowness. Ferry Nab car park, Bowness. Rayrigg Road car park, Bowness.

Did you know?

In 1895 Windermere became ice-bound for 6 weeks, making it possible to walk from one side of the lake to the other.

Under the chancel at St Martin’s Church is the mass grave of 47 people who drowned in 1635 when their ferry capsized on the way back from a wedding in Hawkshead.

Legend says that whenever misfortune is about to happen in the area, a ghostly white horse walks on the water.

Windermere and Bowness were the second towns in England to have electric street lighting. The power was supplied from a hydro-electric plant at Troutbeck Bridge.

An aircraft factory was once sited at White Cross Bay, near Troutbeck Bridge, operating the Avro Seaplane Pleasure Flight Company.

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