Yellow Cruise & Lakes Aquarium

Bowness to Lakeside, with a visit to the Lakeside Aquarium.

Temporary closure

We’re following governmental advice and doing our bit to stop the spread of Coronavirus.
Sorry, but this ticket is currently not available.
Keep an eye on social media and our service status page for up-to-date information.

Start at Bowness and travel the 40 minutes journey to Lakeside Pier, then spend some time exploring Lakes Aquarium (2 minutes walk from our pier). When you're done, simply board a later boat back to Bowness.

Alternatively, start your day at Lakeside, visit the Lakes Aquarium then take the boat to Bowness. Get off the boat to explore Bowness before getting a later boat back to Lakeside.

This combined ticket includes a return fare on the Yellow Cruise & entrance to Lakes Aquarium.

Standard Ticket Prices (valid from Friday 1st November 2019 until Friday 3rd April 2020)

Prices below are return fares

Adults	Children	Families
£17.45	£10.95	£52.00

Additional Information

The Lakes Aquarium is a 2 minute walk from Lakeside Pier.
The Lakes Aquarium charges entry for 3 and 4 year olds.
Yellow cruise does not operate Monday to Friday in January, only weekends.

Lakes Aquarium
Fish, otters, monkeys, frogs, lizards, snakes, tortoises, ducks and much more can be found at the Lakes Aquarium.

Additional Information

PDF Timetable Service Status Route Map Access & Facilities

PDF Timetable

Winter 2019 Full Timetable/Information (1 Nov 2019 - 3 April 2020))

File Size: 7.089 MB

Handy 1 Page Winter Timetable (1 November 2019 - 3 April 2020))

File Size: 4.072 MB

Lake Spotter's Guide - information on the main things to look out for around the lake

File Size: 862.86 kB

Summer 2020 Full Timetable/Information (4 April 2020 - 1 November 2020)

File Size: 3.111 MB

Handy 1 Page Summer Timetable (4 April 2020 - 1 November 2020)

File Size: 435.823 kB

Service Status

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Sorry, all our services are temporarily closed

The Board of Windermere Lake Cruises had previously taken the decision to suspend all cruises from end of business on Sunday 22nd March.

However in light of the government decision on March 20th , we have taken the decision to suspend all cruises and self-drive boat hire immediately until further notice.

The whole team at Windermere Lake Cruises continue to monitor the situation closely and further updates will be published on this website when necessary.

Already booked?

We will be contacting all of our pre-booked customers later today to arrange refunds on your tickets.

Route Map

Load Map

Access & Facilities

Disabled Access

Wheelchair users are strongly advised to call us to confirm which vessel is operating on which service as not all of our vessels are suitable for wheelchair users, particularly in poor weather conditions. On board toilet facilities on all vessels can only be reached by means of the stairs, however there are adapted toilets at Lakeside, Bowness and Ambleside Piers.

Our most wheelchair-friendly vessels are ‘steamers’ (marked in black on the timetable) that can be accessed by a ramp from the pier to the main cabin which is under cover and is on the same level. Our other vessels have limited access for wheelchairs but sometimes can be accommodated on board. Please call us to discuss your access requirements.

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’. Where tickets are issued solely on behalf of, or combined with other attractions or operators, Windermere Lake Cruises Limited is acting as agent for the relevant attraction/operator in all cases.

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.

Upgrade This Cruise

Did you know that you can make more of your cruise by upgrading it? Why not combine your cruise with a local attraction, or enjoy a full day on Windermere with the Freedom of the Lake.

Freedom Of The Lake & Lakes Aquarium

Our best value cruise ticket is valid on all scheduled sailings (includes blue, red, yellow and green cruises) for a period of 24 hours. Includes entrance to the spectacular Lakes Aquarium at Lakeside.

Upgrade