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Lake Cruise Experience

Windermere Lake Cruises

Windermere, North West England — LA12 8AS

450

Max Capacity

FROM

£750

Per Day

4.5

39 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Windermere Lake Cruises operates the largest fleet on England's most famous lake, providing scheduled passenger services and private charter opportunities. The fleet includes traditional steamers and modern vessels accommodating groups from 12 to 450 guests. Located at multiple piers including Lakeside, Bowness, and Ambleside, the service offers stunning Lake District scenery with fully licensed bars, catering facilities, and experienced crew. Popular for corporate events, weddings, and conferences with flexible dining options and AV equipment available on select vessels. The historic MV Tern and MV Swift provide elegant settings for special occasions with panoramic lake views.

Room Capacities

theatre

300

boardroom

classroom

200

u shape

cabaret

180

reception

450

dining

250

banquet

200

Pricing

Day rates from £750

Private charter rates from £500 for smaller vessels. Full day charters from £750-£3500 depending on vessel size and requirements. Catering packages available from £15pp. Corporate rates negotiable for multi-day events.

Features & Amenities

Lake Views

Licensed Bar

Catering Available

AV Equipment

Outdoor Deck

Climate Control

Wheelchair Accessible

Private Charter

Multiple Departure Points

Scenic Routes

AV & Technical

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Background Music System

Ideal For

Corporate EventsWedding ReceptionsPrivate PartiesSightseeing ToursProduct LaunchesTeam Building

Location & Access

Lakeside Pier, Newby Bridge, Windermere LA12 8AS

Lakeside station connected by heritage railway from Haverthwaite (connections to main rail network). Regular bus services to Bowness and Ambleside piers. Manchester Airport 2 hours drive. Private coach parking available.

Free parking at Lakeside pier (200 spaces). Pay and display at Bowness pier. Limited parking at Ambleside pier with nearby public car parks.

Wheelchair accessible