About this experience
Explore Windermere, England's largest natural lake, on the Red Cruise. Enjoy a scenic half-lake journey connecting Bowness, Ambleside, and Brockhole. Relax on a circular cruise, or hop off to explore each stop.
Highlights
- Enjoy the northern half of Lake Windermere on this scenic cruise
- Sit in all weather, either indoors or outdoors
- Hop off to explore each stop and catch a later boat back
- Every vessel has heated, inner cabins, outer viewing decks, toilets and cafe
- Cruise includes a fascinating commentary on the sights you'll see from onboard
What's included
- Return cruise ticket
- On-board commentary
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Step aboard and enjoy a cruise on England’s largest natural lake, Windermere.
Relax and enjoy the stunning Windermere scenery from on board the red cruise and find out more about the beautiful landscape, the lake’s fascinating history and its nature and wildlife.
Combine a cruise on traditional steamer ships and modern launches with walks, visitor attractions and picturesque Lakeland villages between Ambleside and Bowness.
All boats are well-equipped for any weather with heated inner cabins, outdoor seating on a viewing deck, toilets and bar/café serving hot and cold drinks and refreshments.
This popular all-year round cruise (sailing 364 days) connects Bowness, Brockhole, Lake District Visitor Centre and Ambleside. This cruise is often considered the most scenic and offers stunning views across the Lakeland fells. This ticket allows you to break up the journey and disembark at each stop, explore the local area and then return on a later sailing.
Cruises depart frequently from Bowness, Brockhole or Ambleside.
Operating hours
09:30-17:30
Terms & conditions
The red cruise can be taken from Bowness Pier or Ambleside Pier (Waterhead). Both steamers and launches operate this service, please check our timetable for details. Launch services only will call in at Brockhole.
Looking for our timetable? Please visit wlc.co.uk/timetables