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The Buffet Cruise returns in June 2026, offering a unique evening on Lake Windermere. Every Saturday night in June, July, and August, step aboard one of our historic steamers, MV Swan or MV Teal, for a relaxed evening of great food, live music, and stunning scenery.
Take in the full length of Windermere on a leisurely 2½-hour cruise, watching the sun dip behind the Lake District fells. With live music setting the perfect mood and a freshly prepared buffet from local favourites Café Ambio, this is an experience to savour.
Each week, Fiona, our resident performer, will provide a selection of well-loved tunes as you unwind on board. A full bar is available throughout the cruise, offering a range of drinks, including pre-ordered wines.
The cruise takes place on MV Swan or MV Teal, both of which have indoor and outdoor seating, including covered areas. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on board, though please note there are no facilities for them.
Every Saturday from 7th June to 30th August 2025
Departs at 7:00 PM from Bowness Pier 1
Returns at 9:30 PM to Bowness Pier
Adults – £49.95
Children (5-15 years) – £29.95
Family (2 adults & up to 3 children) – £142.95
Tickets must be booked in advance, either online or by calling 015394 43360. Booking closes at noon on the day of the cruise.
Tea and coffee are included. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated—just let us know when booking.
For an evening of delicious food, live music, and breathtaking views, join us on the Buffet Cruise this summer.
Buffet Saturday evening cruise was fantastic. Delicious food, amazing music from Fiona Music in the Lakes, friendly helpful staff. Did not want the evening to end. ~ Katie. TripAdvisor.
Last night we did the evening meal cruise it was fantastic the food was amazing and the entertainment was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful and nothing was to much trouble it was great value for the money I would highly recommend it for everyone a great experience . ~ James. TripAdvisor.
We joined an evening buffet cruise as a family and had a fantastic time. Great way to see the lake whilst keeping the daytime free for hiking. Food was lovely and plentiful, good choices in the bar (including low alcohol local beer which was appreciated) and sunset over the lake was beautiful even though the weather wasn't perfect. It was Fiona (Fiona Music in the Lakes) that really elevated the experience for us. She made everyone feel involved by asking their favourite songs and building them into her set - we were all singing along loudly by the end, and she covered a huge range of songs for all ages. We even followed her to the Flying Fleece for the Lionesses Euro Final the following night for another fantastic evening. Thanks!! ~ Emily. Google.
Booked this from seeing the poster at the Windermere pier and it didn't disappoint. We were a small group in our 30's and the other guests were generally a fair bit older. The boat is very spacious, not over booked and everyone gets a seat by the window. The buffet was surprisingly filling and the downstairs bar was well stocked. The staff were all very happy to be there and very professional. There was a brilliant female live singer doing various covers and by the end of the trip, half the boat was dancing around and belting out the tunes. Ended with a real feel good factor. Would make a perfect gift for parents and I do highly recommend this trip. ~ Tom. Google Reviews.
Buffet Saturday evening cruise was fantastic. Delicious food, amazing music from Fiona Music in the Lakes, friendly helpful staff. Did not want the evening to end. ~ Katie. TripAdvisor.
Last night we did the evening meal cruise it was fantastic the food was amazing and the entertainment was great. The staff were very friendly and helpful and nothing was to much trouble it was great value for the money I would highly recommend it for everyone a great experience . ~ James. TripAdvisor.
We joined an evening buffet cruise as a family and had a fantastic time. Great way to see the lake whilst keeping the daytime free for hiking. Food was lovely and plentiful, good choices in the bar (including low alcohol local beer which was appreciated) and sunset over the lake was beautiful even though the weather wasn't perfect. It was Fiona (Fiona Music in the Lakes) that really elevated the experience for us. She made everyone feel involved by asking their favourite songs and building them into her set - we were all singing along loudly by the end, and she covered a huge range of songs for all ages. We even followed her to the Flying Fleece for the Lionesses Euro Final the following night for another fantastic evening. Thanks!! ~ Emily. Google.
Booked this from seeing the poster at the Windermere pier and it didn't disappoint. We were a small group in our 30's and the other guests were generally a fair bit older. The boat is very spacious, not over booked and everyone gets a seat by the window. The buffet was surprisingly filling and the downstairs bar was well stocked. The staff were all very happy to be there and very professional. There was a brilliant female live singer doing various covers and by the end of the trip, half the boat was dancing around and belting out the tunes. Ended with a real feel good factor. Would make a perfect gift for parents and I do highly recommend this trip. ~ Tom. Google Reviews.
