Explore Windermere
Choose your boat:
Choose your boat:
Make the most of the Easter break with family‑friendly events, scenic lake cruises, and local attractions across Windermere and the wider Lake District. Our cruises offer the flexibility to hop off and explore as you go, creating a cost‑effective way to experience the best of the region.
Below, you’ll find details of each attraction, how far they are from our piers, and the most convenient cruise routes to reach them.
28th March - 12th April | 10am–3:30pm
Head to Wray for fun this Easter.
Easter Egg Hunt
⛴️ Get there by taking the Green cruise.
28th March - 11th April | 10am–3:30pm
Enjoy a range of hands‑on activities at the museum throughout the Easter holidays.
Egg Painting (Free drop‑in)
Decorate your own Windermere‑inspired egg in the Learning Centre.
Interactive STEM Lab (Free drop‑in)
Take part in engaging STEAM challenges inspired by boats, engineering and life on Windermere.
⛴️ Get there by taking the Islands Cruise from our Bowness Pier
Make a day of your visit by heading to Waterhead for a lakeside picnic, or continue on foot to Borrans Park.
Alternatively, take a 15‑minute walk into Ambleside to reach Rothay park, which features a children’s adventure playground and open green spaces.
⛴️ The Red Cruise direct boats to Ambleside throughout the day
Experience Windermere at your own pace by hiring a self-drive boat. Take in the panoramic lake views and enjoy complete freedom on the water.
Early risers can make use of our special Early Bird offer for a quieter and more peaceful morning adventure.
📍 Bowness beach, Bowness dock, Waterhead and Lakeside
At the Lakes Aquarium,
delve into the fascinating world of aquatic creatures from around the
globe. From local freshwater species to tropical marine life, it’s a
great place to spark curiosity in children.
📍 At our Lakeside pier
This Easter, why not step back in time with a ride on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam train? Travel through the stunning Leven Valley in 1950s carriages and connect to our yellow cruise at Lakeside.
📍 At our Lakeside pier
With so many Easter events, family activities and scenic attractions around Windermere, this is the perfect time to explore the Lake District by boat, on foot or by steam railway. Whether you’re visiting for a day trip or planning a full Easter holiday, our cruises connect you effortlessly to the region’s best things to do. Start planning your adventure and enjoy a memorable Easter in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK.
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