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Bowness ↔ Great North Swim
Prices are return fares
Valid from: Saturday 28th March 2026
Valid until: Sunday 1st November 2026
This special boat service runs on Friday 12 - Sunday 14 June 2026 between Bowness and Brockhole - the start/finish line of The Great North Swim and finish line of Windermere Marathon.
With a direct service between Bowness ↔ Brockhole, swimmers, runners and spectators can enjoy a hassle-free park & ride service between the many car parks around Bowness (PDF Download Map). Beat the crowds and limited parking at Brockhole by using this special boat service.
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Photo Credit: Great North Swim
From a full day of adventure on Windermere to exploring exciting events on and off the water, see how you can make the most of your Lake District adventure.