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Cruise + Group visit to Brockhole, Group travel on Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Cruise + 2 attractions

  • 4-5 hours
  • 20-50 passengers
  • Main season only (Easter - end of October)

Standard Ticket Prices

Adult £22.00
Child £14.00

Prices are return fares

Valid from: Saturday 28th March 2026

Valid until: Sunday 1st November 2026

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, Cruise & a visit to the Lake District Visitors Centre at Brockhole


This package includes:

  • A single journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway
  • A single half-lake cruise on Windermere - Yellow Cruise (Bowness to Lakeside or Lakeside to Bowness) 40 minutes in duration. Return journeys or full lake cruises are also available
  • Connecting boat from Bowness to Brockhole (Vice versa) - Red Cruise, 20 minutes in duration

Your ticket includes

Brockhole

A trip to Brockhole

  • Ideal for school and group visits, offering a variety of outdoor educational trails and tutored sessions for all ages and interests
  • Scenic lakeside location on the shores of Windermere, perfect for enjoying nature, picnics, and outdoor learning in a safe and inspiring setting
  • Outdoor-focused experiences that help groups connect with the Lake District landscape through hands-on and nature-based activities
  • Accessible facilities, including group toilets, clear signage, and dedicated staff to ensure a smooth, well-organised visit
  • Free coach parking for pre-booked groups, with easy access for large parties and on-site support to help coordinate arrivals

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

A trip on Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway

  • Steam locomotives pull traditional 1950’s carriages through stunning Lakeland scenery
  • All groups are allocated reserved seats on the train
  • 20 minute single train journey (Lakeside to Haverthwaite or Haverthwaite to Lakeside)
  • Cafe and toilets at Haverthwaite Station
  • Explore the engine sheds and woodland trail at Haverthwaite Station
  • Children's play area
  • Lakeside Station is a 1 minute walk from Lakeside pier
  • Trains wait for connecting boats and boats wait for connecting trains
  • Free coach parking at Haverthwaite 

Cruise Map

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Departure Points

Start this cruise from any of these locations

Fascinating attractions your group will love

Stunning scenery and insights into the heritage of the area.

Suggested Itinerary

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

  1. Coach drop-off at Haverthwaite, where there is free parking
  2. Take the train from Haverthwaite to Lakeside
  3. Get on the vessel at Lakeside to Bowness
  4. Get on the vessel from Bowness to Ambleside
  5. Explore Brockhole
  6. Coach pick-up from Brockhole

Click for a detailed itinerary for Journeys of Adventure.

How to book

Call centre person

One call books it all!

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

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