Autumn Walker's Ticket

Enjoy a beautiful circular autumn walk of Windermere

Autumn Walker's Ticket has now ended for 2018.

Springtime Walker's Ticket returns in February 2019 . The information below is for reference only.

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map of the circular walk ariund Windermere that is included on a springtime walkers ticket

Leave the car behind and enjoy a beautiful autumnal walk around Windermere. The autumn walker's ticket combines 2 boat cruises with a stunning 4 mile walk along the quiet western shore and is a great day out for the whole family. Get treated to breath-taking views of the lake and enjoy the seasonal delights of the snowdrops and daffodils before returning to your starting position with the help of the Windermere Car Ferry.

Please allow over 4 hours to enjoy this day out and bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear.

Timetable for the day

Join the boat at Ambleside at 10:45am (or start at Bowness at 10am or Brockhole at 10:20am). This ticket is valid for either pier departure.
Sail across to Wray Castle
Start your gentle 4 mile walk to Ferry House along the scenic lake-shore forest path
Catch the Windermere Car Ferry to Ferry Nab (Every 20 minutes / 50p per person)
Walk back to Bowness (via Cockshott Point) to catch a regular boat back to your starting position (Bowness to Ambleside departures at 1:45pm, 2:15pm, 2:45pm, 3:10pm & 3:45pm)

Prices

Adult	Child	Family
£10.30	£5.95	£29.10

Sorry, this ticket cannot be bought online, just come to any ticket office on the day to purchase your tickets.
Winderermere Car Ferry will cost 50p per person - this is not included in the autumn walker's ticket. Find out more on their website.
The walks are all clearly signposted, but for more guidance download and print out our walk guide.

Additional Information

Sorry, this ticket cannot be bought online, just come to any ticket office on the day to purchase your tickets.
Winderermere Car Ferry will cost 50p per person - this is not included in the springtime walker's ticket. Find out more on their website.
The walks are all clearly signposted, but for more guidance download and print out our walk guide.

Enjoy an autumnal walk around Windermere

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Handy 1 Page Winter Timetable (30 October 2017 - 23 March 2018)

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Service Status

✔️ Passenger services between Ambleside (Waterhead), Bowness & Lakeside

Red Route (Bowness ↔ Ambleside Waterhead)
Yellow Route (Bowness ↔ Lakeside)
Full Lake Route (Ambleside Waterhead ↔ Bowness ↔ Lakeside)
Yellow Route & Steam Train (Bowness ↔ Lakeside ↔ Haverthwaite)

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✔️ Self-drive boat hire (Socially-distanced, of course)

Boats available to hire for 1 or 2 hours from Bowness Beach or Waterhead (Ambleside) plus Bowness Dock at weekends. Online Booking only

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🎫 Book with confidence - if we cannot open due to COVID-19, you will get a full refund.

🕑 Timetables can be downloaded from our timetable library

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Access and Facilities

Disabled Access

Wheelchair users are strongly advised to call us to confirm which vessel is operating on which service as not all of our vessels are suitable for wheelchair users, particularly in poor weather conditions. On board toilet facilities on all vessels can only be reached by means of the stairs, however there are adapted toilets at Lakeside, Bowness and Ambleside Piers.

Our most wheelchair-friendly vessels are ‘steamers’ (marked in black on the timetable) that can be accessed by a ramp from the pier to the main cabin which is under cover and is on the same level. Our other vessels have limited access for wheelchairs but sometimes can be accommodated on board. Please call us to discuss your access requirements.

Concessions for Disabled Customers

If a disabled adult in your group needs a carer, then the carer travels free. For more information about this scheme and to see all the terms and conditions, please read our company policy for disabled passengers.

On-Board Facilities

Toilets are available on all our ‘steamers’ and launches (check for disabled access) but not our traditional launches. Many of our vessels have licensed bars and/or tea bars. So whilst enjoying the marvellous panoramic views, why not treat yourself to a tipple of your choice.

Conditions of Carriage

Our services are provided in accordance with our Conditions of Carriage which can be found on our homepage under ‘About Us’.

No Smoking Policy

For the safety and comfort of all passengers and crew, Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd operates a no smoking policy on-board its vessels, piers and shore premises. This includes electronic cigarettes.

Dogs

All well behaved dogs are welcome on board and travel for free.

Bikes

Bikes are welcome on board our larger vessels if space is available. Each bike will cost £1 per journey pier to pier payable on the day of travel.

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