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The connecting bus from Ash Landing to Hill Top, Far Sawrey and Hawkshead will not be running in 2026.
The connecting bus from Ash Landing to Hill Top, Far Sawrey and Hawkshead will not be running in 2026.
Bowness to Ash Landing by boat (every day)
The regular shuttle from Bowness Pier 3 whisks you to Ash Landing and your awaiting 525 bus. Enjoy stunning views of woodlands, historic buildings an islands along the way.
The journey takes approximately 20 minutes.
Onward travel via Mountain Goat 525 bus (every day except most Fridays)
The Mountain Goat 525 bus conveniently picks you up from Ash Landing Car Park - 100 metres walk from our pier. From there, the bus takes you on route to Hawkshead. This service provides easy access to Hill Top, Far Sawrey and Hawkshead.
You can get off at any stop and return on a later bus/boat back to Bowness later in the day.
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Claife Courtyard and cafe are 10 minute's walk from our Ash Landing jetty
The house and gardens around Hill Top
Claife Viewing Station on the hillside
Ash Landing pier
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