Ullswater Steamers

Cumbria Tourism Sustainable Tourism Award Winner Ullswater ‘Steamers’ have been sailing on England’s most beautiful lake since 1859. Renamed the ‘Dark Lake’ in Arthurian legend, and inspiration for famous artists and writers such as William Wordsworth, Ullswater still holds many a secret and today is home to a rich biodoversity of species including Englands last remaining wild Red Deer Herd in England that dates back to William the Conqueror. It is unique in the Lake District, having been created by three separate glaciers; its distinct reaches and dog-legs wind a serpentine course through the surrounding landscape, with Helvellyn at 3,117ft (950m) crowning the head of the lake. The ‘Steamers’ create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the Lake District.

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Information on Ullswater Steamers , The Pier House , Glenridding

Opening Times:	All year, times vary. Please refer to our website for timetable information.
Admission:	From Adult £5.90, Child £2.95. Please refer to our fare selections on our website.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome (All ages welcome, children under 5 free)
Dog Friendly:	Dogs Permitted
Location:	Pooley Bridge Pier/CA10 2NN: Leave the M6 at Junction 40, follow the A66 until you reach the roundabout, take the second exit onto the A592, it is then just 5 minutes to Pooley Bridge Pier. Glenridding Pier/CA11 0US: From South Lakes, travel over the scenic Kirkstone Pass for 20 minutes from A591 Windermere. Before you reach Glenridding Village, Ullswater 'Steamers' is signposted on the right. Only 8 miles from Ambleside and 12 miles from Bowness/Windermere.
Facilities:	Disabled Access check online, Free parking and drop for coaches, Light refreshments and Licensed Bars available in both Pier Houses pier houses and on board, Parking, Shop, Toilet facilities are located in Pier Houses and on all vessels. Gift Vouchers & Special Events tickets for sale at Pier House & on line.Free commentary download on the web or via QR Code scanning on your smart phones at both Pier Houses. Complimentary Lake Guide for passengers. Bike Racks at both Pier Houses

Events & Special Offers

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Book Online and SAVE 5% (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Save 5% on our 'Round the Lake Pass' when bought online.

One Happy Family! (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Purchase a full fare round the lake ticket and receive a 50% off voucher for our sister attraction, the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. There is an extra bonus with this ticket, concession for 4 adults 1 travels half price on this ticket. Two great value days out!

Pay Once - Sail All Day (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

With our Round the Lake Pass from just £6.60!

Electric Bike Cruise Explorers Lowther (Tour 1) (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 03 Apr 2013 – Sun 16 Jun 2013

An exciting way to tour some of Lakeland's most picturesque places! Cruise to Howtown to start the electric bike tour which focuses on the daffodils of Ullswater.

3rd April
16th June

£45.00 per person - price includes; guide, electric bike hire, cruise, light lunch at the Queen’s Head, Tirril, tour of Lowther Castle & Gardens.

Minimum age 14 years.

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Electric Bike Cruise Explorers Dacre (Tour 2) (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 05 May 2013 – Fri 26 Jul 2013

An exciting way to tour some of Lakeland's most picturesque places!
Cruise to Howtown to start the electric bike tour which is a fantastic way to view the area’s flora and fauna.

5th May
26th July

£40.00 per person - includes; guide, electric bike hire, cruise, light lunch at the Horse & Farrier.

Minimum age for this tour is 14 years.

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Ahoy there Pirates! (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 06 Jun 2013 – Fri 23 Aug 2013

Join the Scurvy Dogs on-board our very own Jolly Roger. Load the cannons and prepare to battle it out with the pirates in a fun two hour adventure.

6th June
23rd August

£12.00 per pirate - includes; return voyage voucher for adults, chocolate treasure for children and on-board activities.

Fancy dress is encouraged.

Children under three are free.

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Bangers and Brass (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 08 Jun 2013 – Sat 08 Jun 2013

Join Ullswater 'Steamers' for some old fashioned fun on-board Western Belle. Penrith Town Band will set the scene for this evening’s cruise with a whole host of classic hits to sing and dance along to. The cruise is complete with a Cumberland hot dog.

Ticket Options:
Adult = £16.50
Child (under 13 years) = £13.50

Vegetarian food option is available.

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Cumbrian Fish Supper (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Tue 25 Jun 2013 – Tue 27 Aug 2013

Join us aboard Lady Wakefield for a Fish Supper cruise across England's most beautiful lake. Tuck into a portion of freshly cooked fish and chips whilst listening to some of the best guitar music around from singer/song-writer Pete Lashley.

Two hour cruise every Tuesday from 25th June - 27th August 2013.

Adult = £16.50
Child (Under 13) = £13.50

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Themed Evening Commentary Cruises (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Tue 02 Jul 2013 – Tue 20 Aug 2013

Join us for a Themed Evening Commentary Cruise on selected Tuesdays throughout Summer.

Themes and Dates:
Valley Secrets - 2nd July
Myths & Legends - 23rd July
Wildlife Wonders - 6th August
Mountains High & Valley Low - 20th August

Tickets
Adult = £12.00
Child = £6.00

Price includes complimentary tea/coffee/squash.

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Lord Birkett Regatta (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 06 Jul 2013 – Sat 06 Jul 2013

Watch the famous Birkett Cup from one of our oldest ladies the MY Raven.

You'll be in the thick of the action! Choose to take part in the on-board raffle to win some fantastic prizes and raise monies for the Yacht Association.

Tickets
Adult = £20.00
Child = £10.00

Price includes a complimentary glass of Cava for adults and squash for children.

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RSPB Skylarks (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 14 Jul 2013 – Sun 14 Jul 2013

Join the RSPB team and cruise from Glenridding to Pooley Bridge, then transfer to Roehead by minibus for an RSPB escorted walk onto Askham Fell and Heughscar Hill to listen to the "Sound of Summer".

Adult RSPB Member = £12.00
Child RSPB Member = £6.00
Adult RSPB Non-Member = £14.00
Child RSPB Non-Member = £7.00

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RSPB Red Deer Cruises (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 10 Oct 2013 – Sun 13 Oct 2013

Join us for a short cruise to Howtown followed by an escorted journey with the RSPB into Martindale to witness the spectacle that is the Red Deer Rut. Profits to the RSPB.

Tickets
Adult RSPB Member = £12.00
Child RSPB Member = £6.00
Adult RSPB Non-Member = £14.00
Child RSPB Non-Member = £7.00

10th - 13th October 2013

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Ghostly Galleon (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 31 Oct 2013 – Thu 31 Oct 2013

Join us on our haunted vessel as she returns from the deep for a two hour adventure with her motley crew and magical wizard Stu-Di-Doo. Fun for all the family with magic show and balloon modelling.

£12.00 per person

Fancy dress is encouraged but not essential. Two sailings from Glenridding at 12:30pm or 3:00pm.

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Turkey, Tinsel and retail Therapy (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 12 Dec 2013 – Sat 14 Dec 2013

Join us for a one hour winter cruise across beautiful Ullswater with a scrumptious hot toddy to warm you up before heading off for a two course lunch at the Pooley Bridge Inn.

Tickets
Adult = £25.00
Child = £12.50
Price includes cruise on Ullswater, lunch at the Pooley Bridge Inn, 20% off voucher for the Pooley Bridge TIC.

12th - 14th December 2013

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Santa and his Happy Elves Return (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 15 Dec 2013 – Sun 15 Dec 2013

Join Sammy Squirrel for a special Christmas cruise with Santa and his happy elves. Take part in a musical bell orchestra and be captivated by our magical chocolate tree!

£12.75 per person. Price includes:

• a gift from Santa for all children
• a return journey Gift Voucher for adults

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