Best of Bowness

Bowness Bowness

Cruise + Group visit to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Cruise + 1 Attraction

3-4 hours
20-50 people
All year except January

Standard Ticket Prices

Adult £21.10

Child £10.85

Prices are return fares

Valid from: Saturday 5th April 2025

Valid until: Friday 27th March 2026

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Bowness Bowness

A circular cruise and a visit to the World of Beatrix Potter

This package includes:

A scenic circular cruise from Bowness and back to Bowness - 45 minutes in duration (Islands (Blue) Cruise)
Enjoy panoramic views of the Lakeland fells, wooded islands, and shoreline landmarks as you relax on board.
Commentary is available to help you discover more about the area’s history and wildlife during the trip.
A visit to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

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Standard Ticket Prices

Adult £21.10

Child £10.85

Prices are return fares

Valid from: Saturday 5th April 2025

Valid until: Friday 27th March 2026

Your ticket includes

A trip to The World of Beatrix Potter

Brings to life 23 stories by Beatrix Potter in a detailed recreation of the Lake District countryside
The exhibition includes favourite characters from the classic tales and an award-winning outdoor Peter Rabbit Garden
Features an interactive area and a virtual world for visitors to explore
Children receive a free activity sheet as part of their visit
Group dining options available, including two or three course lunches or afternoon tea, served in a private dining space

Optional extras include:

Meet and greet photo opportunity with Peter Rabbit in costume
Themed talk with an actress portraying Beatrix Potter (subject to availability).
Personalised guided tour of the Peter Rabbit Garden

More information about Beatrix Potter Attraction

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Departure Points

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A wonderful cruise and visit to the inspiring World of Beatrix Potter

Stunning scenery and an inspiring, fun visit to the World of Beatrix Potter

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Stunning scenery and an inspiring, fun visit to the World of Beatrix Potter

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Suggested Itinerary

This package for groups can be done in any order, but for ease, we'd recommend:

This package for groups can be done in any order, but for ease, we'd recommend:

Coach drop-off at Bowness coach park
Get on the vessel from Bowness for the Island (Blue) Cruise
Head up the road to The World of Beatrix Potter (10 mins walk from Bowness Pier)
Coach pick-up from Bowness coach park

Click here fore a detailed itinerary of the Best of Bowness.

How to book

One call books it all!

Book your group of 20 or more at all three attractions by calling us on 015394 43360 or click on live chat below.
No obligation or payment required when booking, simply pay on the day you arrive.

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Current Timetable

Islands (Blue) Cruise Timetable (3 Nov 2025 - 27 March 2026)