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Buffet Cruise

Live music with a freshly prepared buffet

Enjoy a freshly prepared buffet, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique viewing point for some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery.

  • Our resident band 'Trickle Charge' will be playing a selection of Latin rhythms, mainstream jazz and tasteful pop as you cruise the entire length of Windermere.
  • This popular two and a half hour cruise includes a quality two-course cold buffet, a fully licensed bar (includes draught ale and lager) and a dance floor later in the cruise.
  • This elegant cruise is a great way to spend a summer evening and are always extremely popular - make sure you book your place early to secure your place.

When we sail

  • Saturdays - from 1 June to 24 August 2019, departs 7pm from Bowness Pier 1
  • Wednesdays - from 3 July to 28 August 2019, departs 7pm from Bowness Pier 1


Buffet Cruise animation showing cruises and food

Sample of buffet served (may be subject to change at caterers discretion)

  • Roast Cumbrian ham, Cheese and onion flan, Marinated chicken fillet, Spanish rice salad, Summer leaves, Spiced potato salad, Tossed summer salad, Tomato pasta salad, Cherry tomatoes, Beetroot salad, Classic coleslaw, Country bread basket, Mayonnaise and dressings
  • Chocolate fudge cake with cream, Lattice apple pie with cream
  • Tea and coffee
  • Special dietary requirements can be catered for - simply call us when making your booking.

Preview of the food available and a couple on board

Ticket prices

Tickets must be booked in advance and can be bought online (enter date below) or by calling 015394 43360. All prices include the full lake cruise, live band, 2-course buffet and tea & coffee.

  • Adults £32.95
  • Child (aged 5-15) £20
  • Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) £90

Steamer MV Swan or Teal on the Summer Evening Buffet Cruise

Pricing information

  • There is a discount of £2 per person for groups of 12 adults or more and the organiser can sail completely free of charge (call us to make a group booking).
  • You are advised to book these cruises early as they tend to get booked up quite quickly.
  • Local Resident Card holders (LA or CA postcodes) can get 20% discount up until Wednesday 17 July inclusive - please call to book your tickets.
  • Please note only one special offer listed above can be used within a booking (i.e 20% local discount OR Group discount).
  • Please ring us on 015394 43360 to reserve your place or book online by selecting a cruise date below in the 'Book your cruise' section below.

Photos of the bar and dancefloor on the Summer Evening Buffet Cruise on Lake Windermere

Standard Ticket Prices (valid from Saturday 6th April 2019 until Thursday 31st October 2019)

  • Prices below are return fares
  • Book a ticket in advance by selecting a date in the 'Book Your Cruise' box below.
  • Tickets for today must be purchased at one of our booking offices
Adults Children Families
£32.95£20.00£90.00

Additional Information

  • The cruise returns to Bowness Pier at 9:30pm
  • Well-behaved dogs are allowed on board but please be aware that the journey lasts 2½ hours and there are no toilet facilities for dogs.
  • Bar on board is cash only, sorry no debit or credit card facilities.
A summer evening cruise on England's finest lake

A summer evening cruise on England's finest lake

A relaxed atmosphere, great music and delicious food can be enjoyed alongside stunning views on this cruise.

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  • Save online by booking in advance.
  • Child prices are valid for children aged 5 - 15 years. Children under 5 travel free.
  • Family tickets are valid for 2 adults and 3 children.

Timetable

Sails Saturday nights 1 June - 24 August 2019 and Wednesday nights 3 July - 28 August 2019

We're sorry, this cruise isn't sailing today. Please contact the booking office for more information.

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Summer 2019 Full Timetable/Information (6 April - 31 October)

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All our services are operating as normal today

Download our winter timetable for departure times and to plan your day.

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Traffic disruption in the local area (Sat 18 / Sun 19 May)

If you're trying to drive to our piers this weekend, please note the following disruptions:

Saturday 18 May - Sunday 19 May

Sunday 19 May only - Windermere Marathon

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Access & Facilities

Disabled Access

This cruise is operated by one of our ‘steamers’ and offers wheelchair access. The boats can be accessed by a ramp from the pier to the main cabin which is under cover and is on the same level. Unfortunately the toilets are down a number of steps but we do have toilets on Bowness Pier. If you have any specific access requirements or questions, then please call us to discuss.

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.