Explore Windermere
Choose your boat:
Choose your boat:
Cruise durations vary depending on the route you choose. Most cruises last between 45 minutes and 2½ hours, with options to hop on and off at different piers. Full details for each cruise can be found on the individual cruise pages.
Small snacks and non‑alcoholic drinks are welcome on board. However, large picnics and alcohol are not permitted.
Yes, our cruises are family‑friendly and suitable for all ages. Prams can be brought on board where space allows, though we may ask that they be folded during busy sailings.
We operate throughout the year, although sailings and self‑drive availability may vary by season. Timetables are reduced during the winter months.
Our cruises run in most weather conditions, including rain. Our boats have indoor seating areas, so you can still enjoy the experience comfortably. In severe weather, sailings may be delayed or cancelled for safety reasons.
Many of our vessels are wheelchair accessible, but access may depend on the boat, pier, and water levels on the day. We recommend contacting us in advance so we can advise on the most suitable sailings.
Yes, we are dog friendly and welcome well‑behaved dogs on board our cruises. You can find full details on our dog‑friendly attraction policy before you visit.
If you’re planning to drive, you can view a full list of nearby car parks by downloading our parking information.
Please use the following postcodes to help plan your journey:
Our cheapest family tickets are the Blue Cruise and the Green Cruise, both priced at £40 for a family of up to five people.
You can find more information about the Blue Cruise or read about the Green Cruise.
Yes, we offer a 20% discount for groups of 20 or more. Group bookings must be made in advance, as the discount cannot be applied on the day.
Please get in touch with our team to arrange a group booking.
Our full list of ticket prices is available on our full price list page.
Carers travel free of charge when accompanying a disabled adult. Full details can be found in our accessibility and carer policy.
Pre‑booking is not required for our cruises — you’re welcome to arrive and purchase tickets at the ticket office on the day.
However, we strongly recommend pre‑booking self‑drive boats, as they are extremely popular and often sell out.
You can check real‑time conditions using our live webcams.
For a detailed forecast, please visit the Met Office weather forecast.
All tickets are non‑refundable and non‑transferable and are valid only for the date, time, and service stated at purchase. Full details are available in our terms and conditions.
Up‑to‑date sailing times are available on our timetables page.
We do not currently offer additional discounts such as Blue Light, student, or veterans’ discounts.
Self‑drive boat hire is available during the summer season from the following locations:
