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A great value family day out
This great-value combined ticket includes our Yellow Cruise on Lake Windermere, a journey on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway, and entry to the Lakeland Motor Museum. It’s a full day of heritage, scenery and hands-on discovery at the southern end of the lake.
Your cruise travels between Bowness and Lakeside Pier, offering beautiful views of the surrounding fells, ancient woodlands and grand houses along the way. With informative onboard commentary, it’s a peaceful and picturesque way to experience the Lake District from the water.
From Lakeside Pier, it’s just a short walk to the platform where you’ll board a lovingly restored steam train. The railway winds through the tranquil Leven Valley to Haverthwaite Station, where you’ll find a visitor centre, woodland trail, playground, café and gift shop. Dogs are welcome on the train and travel free of charge.
Your ticket also includes entry to the Lakeland Motor Museum, home to more than 30,000 exhibits including vintage cars, motorcycles, bicycles and the iconic Campbell Bluebird collection. With riverside views, a family-friendly café and fascinating displays, it’s a brilliant stop for all ages.
Please note: The Lakeland Motor Museum is 2 miles from Lakeside Pier, and we do not recommend walking there due to the lack of pavements and fast-moving traffic. That’s why your museum entry remains valid for up to five days after your cruise, giving you the flexibility to visit another day by car or other means.
*You can start from Haverthwaite Station - just book an e-ticket from Lakeside and show at the station. You'll just need to scan at Lakeside before crossing over to the awaiting boat. Please arrive early at Haverthwaite to ensure enough time for car parking.
The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway offers a relaxed and scenic way to explore a quieter corner of the Lake District. Steam locomotives pull 1950s style carriages along a short heritage line through the peaceful Leven Valley, arriving at Lakeside Station, just a 2 minute stroll from our Lakeside Pier, where you can step straight onto a Windermere Lake Cruise.
It’s an easy and enjoyable day out for all ages, with the option to combine two classic Lake District experiences in one trip.
Planning your visit:
Children under 3 travel for free.
Dogs are welcome at the station and can ride the train for free.
Only a 2 minute walk from our Lakeside Pier, ideal to combine with a lake cruise!
Find out more:
For train times and more information, visit the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway website.
Enhance your Windermere cruise experience with a visit to the fascinating Lakeland Motor Museum, home to over 30,000 exhibits, including classic cars, motorcycles, scooters, bicycles and an impressive array of motoring memorabilia.
Planning your visit:
Please note: The Lakeland Motor Museum is 2 miles away from the pier at Lakeside. Walking is not advised due to the busy road. This ticket allows the customer to enjoy a cruise on the lake, then visit the Motor Museum separately. The Motor Museum entrance is valid for up to 5 days after purchase.
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Stunning Lakeland views form inner and outer decks
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Booked the yellow cruise ( lakeside to Bowness return and access to the motor museum). An absolute bargain at £ 22. Motor museum is brilliant, cruise was fantastic ( picked a lovely day) . Unfortunately I managed to drop my wallet on the boat and only realised hours later. Called to see if I’d lost on the boat, they had it in ticket office, completely intact, decent honest people offering a brilliant day out at a fantastic price. ~ Stirlingtec. TripAdvisor.
We went to the museum on a wet day instead going for a walk in the rain. Don't let that be the only reason you go. The quality of the exhibits and the condition they are kept in is quite outstanding. We chatted to the Curator when we left and we could see by his passion for the place why it is so good. People have said that they spent a couple of hours looking round, we had hour, a break for coffee, another two hours and break for lunch followed by another hour in the Campbell exhibition. We'll be going back to soak up more nostalgia and history next time we are in the area. Can't recommend this place enough. ~ Chris.P. Google Reviews.
Great motor museum with a nice collection of cars, bikes and memorabilia from over the years. We got our tickets included with the Windermere lake cruise and steam train. ~ Nick. Google Reviews.
What a lovely museum. Lots of beautiful cars and bikes. We booked the museum along with a Windermere Lake cruise and we we got to the museum close to closing time. The ladies in the museum were so friendly and helpful and didn't rush us. Would definitely recommend. ~ Lisa. Google Review.
Booked the yellow cruise ( lakeside to Bowness return and access to the motor museum). An absolute bargain at £ 22. Motor museum is brilliant, cruise was fantastic ( picked a lovely day) . Unfortunately I managed to drop my wallet on the boat and only realised hours later. Called to see if I’d lost on the boat, they had it in ticket office, completely intact, decent honest people offering a brilliant day out at a fantastic price. ~ Stirlingtec. TripAdvisor.
We went to the museum on a wet day instead going for a walk in the rain. Don't let that be the only reason you go. The quality of the exhibits and the condition they are kept in is quite outstanding. We chatted to the Curator when we left and we could see by his passion for the place why it is so good. People have said that they spent a couple of hours looking round, we had hour, a break for coffee, another two hours and break for lunch followed by another hour in the Campbell exhibition. We'll be going back to soak up more nostalgia and history next time we are in the area. Can't recommend this place enough. ~ Chris.P. Google Reviews.
Great motor museum with a nice collection of cars, bikes and memorabilia from over the years. We got our tickets included with the Windermere lake cruise and steam train. ~ Nick. Google Reviews.
What a lovely museum. Lots of beautiful cars and bikes. We booked the museum along with a Windermere Lake cruise and we we got to the museum close to closing time. The ladies in the museum were so friendly and helpful and didn't rush us. Would definitely recommend. ~ Lisa. Google Review.
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.
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Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
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Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
9 January 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
16 January 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
23 January 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
30 January 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
6 February 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
13 February 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
20 February 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
27 February 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
6 March 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
13 March 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
20 March 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
27 March 2026
Local people enjoying their retirement in The Lake District can get some amazing discounts at Windermere Lake Cruises and other local attractions.
Make the most of your time on Windermere by upgrading your cruise. Combine your trip with a visit to a local attraction, or enjoy unlimited travel all day with Freedom of the Lake.
