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Windermere & Bowness

Just over a mile from England’s largest lake, Windermere, stands Windermere town. While not on the lake shores itself, it combines with the nearby lakeside town of Bowness-on-Windermere to form one urban area. 

Windermere enjoys easy access to lake Windermere, whether by foot; car; bike; or bus. This stunning lake, surrounded by rolling hills, offers a serene escape for water activities, leisure boat rides, and lakeside strolls.

Windermere’s rich history is reflected in its historic roots and the growth spurred by the Victorian era. The arrival of the town’s train station in 1847 boosted tourism to the area; today, it is popular thanks to its location, and the abundance of places to eat, drink, and visit.

Indulge in the diverse offerings Windermere presents, from enjoying local food and drink in welcoming establishments to discovering local attractions and experiences. There are excellent accommodation options nearby as well, whether you’re looking for a cosy inn or a luxurious spa hotel.

See & Do

  • Visit St Mary’s Church: Here, you’ll find St. Mary's Church, standing proudly since 1848. This architectural gem, adorned with stained glass windows, reflects the town's Victorian legacy.
  • Walk up Orrest Head: this short, popular walk can be enjoyed from the centre of Windermere town. It takes you along a clearly signposted path to the top of Orrest Head Fell, where you’ll find a viewpoint with panoramic views over Windermere and the central fells. It is also one of 50 accessible ‘Miles Without Stiles’ routes as part of an initiative by the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA).
  • Eat & Drink: Windermere is home to a wide variety of great places to eat and drink - from excellent cafes to pubs and restaurants. You can also pick up local produce and cooking equipment, and enjoy some retail therapy.

Nearby Towns

  • Ambleside: Nestled on the northern shores of Lake Windermere, Ambleside is a picturesque town renowned for its charming streets, great walking opportunities, vibrant local shops, and fantastic food and drink.
  • Bowness-on-Windermere: Adjacent to Windermere, Bowness offers a lively atmosphere with lakeside attractions, diverse dining options, and opportunities for boat trips on the lake.
  • Grasmere: Known for its idyllic setting and as the final resting place of poet William Wordsworth, Grasmere invites visitors to explore its literary and natural wonders.

Surrounding Areas

  • Orrest Head: Hike to the summit of Orrest Head for breathtaking vistas of the Lake District, a vantage point that inspired Alfred Wainwright.
  • Troutbeck: Immerse yourself in the charm of Troutbeck, a quintessential Lakeland village with ancient stone buildings and scenic walking routes.

Getting Here

  • By car: Windermere is located along the A591, which runs through the central lakes from Kendal to Keswick and provides easy access by car to this Lakeland town.
  • By bus: Several buses serve the town of Windermere, including the Stagecoach 555, 505, 599, 755, and 6 bus services.
  • By train: Windermere Train Station is centrally located, and is served by Northern Rail services from Manchester; connections are also available from locations across the country via Oxenholme The Lake District train station

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ST MARTIN'S CHURCH

Built in 1483, this is one of the earliest surviving churches in Cumbria. Its spacious interior with hand-painted biblical texts on the walls and roof beams immediately captures attention. The magnificent east window contains remnants of stained glass from Cartmel Priory (brought here after the Dissolution of the Monasteries) and is believed to be among the oldest surviving traces of stained glass in Britain.

HILL TOP

Step into the world of Beatrix Potter in this 17th century farmhouse, which provided the inspiration for 13 of her books including The Tale of Tom Kitten and The Tale of Jemima Puddleduck. It remains much the same as when she lived here, with many of her paintings, furniture and china on view.

ORREST HEAD

The short walk to Orrest Head is well worth the uphill effort, for at the top is an outstanding panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains. There are a number of ways of getting to the top all passing through Elleray Woods, noted for its varied bird and insect life (booklet available from the Tourist Information Centre in Windermere).

BROCKHOLE

The gardens at Brockhole, stretching down to the shores of Windermere, were laid out by Thomas Mawson, the internationally acclaimed landscape gardener from Windermere. A wide variety of interesting trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants can be seen against the dramatic backdrop of the lake.

THE DALES WAY

 An attractive walk that starts at Ilkley in West Yorkshire and finishes in Bowness-on-Windermere following ancient trackways and riverside paths and passing through many interesting villages on its 80 mile (129 km) route and taking in the best of the natural enviroment along the way.

HOLEHIRD GARDENS

This 17-acre hillside garden, managed by the Lakeland Horticultural Society since 1971, has been transformed from an abandoned rock garden into a ‘garden for all seasons', with specimen trees, a walled garden with herbaceous borders and displays of alpine plants.

WRAY CASTLE

An imposing mock Gothic castle built by James Dawson in the 1840s. Beatrix Potter stayed here in 1882 while on holiday with her parents.

WILLIAM WORDSWORTH

William Wordsworth came here in 1779. His adolescent experience of the natural world had a lasting effect, and was recalled in his poetry of later years.

BEATRIX POTTER

Beatrix Potter’s traditional Lakeland farm at Hill Top was a special place for Beatrix, and was the inspiration for the setting in many of her books.

THE CRIER OF CLAIFE

In earlier times it was the custom to call for a rowing boat when one was required. One stormy night, a call was answered by a ferryman who rowed across the lake to Bowness only to return in a state of shock. The next morning he developed a rapid fever and died. Thereafter, on stormy nights whenever there were strange calls for a boat from Ferry Nab, no-one would dare go. Eventually a priest exorcised the Crier of Claife to a quarry on Claife Heights, but occasionally the ghostly calls for a boat can still be heard.

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    Design, build and decorate a colourful home for the precious insects in your garden.

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    0344 8799144

    enquiries@macdonald-hotels.co.uk

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    Take in the stunning views from our lakeside Restaurant whilst dining from our seasonal menu, we serve only the finest British cuisine in our restaurant.

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    The Fizzy Tarté

    Address

    The Fizzy Tarté, Ash Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EB

    Telephone

    015394 43773

    enquiries@thefizzytarte.com

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    The Fizzy Tarté serves a luxurious range of Champagne, Afternoon Teas & Cocktails in the Heart of Bowness on Windermere, in the Lake District.

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    Hill of Oaks - Holiday Homes for Sale

    Address

    Hill of Oaks Caravan & Lodge Park, A592, Lake Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA12 8NR

    Telephone

    015395 31578

    enquiries@hillofoaks.co.uk

    Lake Road, Windermere

    Hill of Oaks occupies a prime position on the shores of Windermere, making it extremely popular with people looking for lakeside holiday homes. The park is nestled in an ancient woodland of mature oak trees, offering over a mile of private…

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    Lake District Sheep Dog Trials

    Address

    Hill Farm, Ings, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9QQ

    Telephone

    +447769871819

    jad_yoadpot@hotmail.com

    Staveley

    Sheep Dog Trials running all day along with an open dog show, hound trail races, craft stalls, bar and food.

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    Free Easter Fun at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam, Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Join us in the Learning Centre this Easter Holidays for free, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity through play.

    Egg Painting

    Drop into the Learning Centre to decorate your own egg, inspired by the colours and wildlife…

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    E-Bike Safaris - Electric Bike Hire & Tours

    Address

    Cumbria

    Telephone

    07930 869351

    info@ebikesafaris.com

    Whether you would like to rent an Electric Bike or join a Bike Tour or Holiday, we organise everything and provide self-guided tours with tailored routes to suite you.

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    Sailing Windermere

    Address

    Holly Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2AF

    Telephone

    07928373326

    info@sailingwindermere.co.uk

    Windermere

    Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.

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    Spa Party Nights – Swifty Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel

    Address

    The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Guess who's back… and feeling 22? ✨

    Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — and this time we're entering our spa era.

    Join us on 26th June, 6–9pm for our Swifty Spa-rty — an evening dedicated to Taylor Swift's biggest hits and iconic eras, all set in…

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    Winster Valley

    Address

    Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Kendal

    The Lyth and Winster valleys form a landscape of unspoilt pastoral delights - damson trees clustered in small orchards close to white-washed farmhouses, broadleaved woodlands brimming with bluebells and peaceful green undulating pastures.

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    Live Music at The Swan - Tom Woods

    Address

    Conferences, Weddings & Events at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    We're looking forward to welcoming Tom Woods to The Swan on the 26th June for an evening of live music.

    Enjoy the longer evenings with Tom's soulful sounds, an acoustic singer and guitarist known for his lively classics.

    Join us for a night to…

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    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa

    Address

    The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    reception@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    The River Room Brasserie restaurant at The Swan Hotel offers a sophisticated dining experience for those looking for something truly special. With its 3-course menu, crafted by the hotel’s talented head chef, each dish is a work of art, made with…

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    Visitors look over a lake on a tour from Mountain Goat Tours in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Ten Lakes Spectacular with Mountain Goat Tours

    Address

    Windermere Tourist Information Centre, Victoria St, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AD

    Telephone

    015394 45161

    tours@mountain-goat.com

    Windermere

    Sit back, relax, and get ready to be amazed as you journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District, where you'll see the beauty of ten stunning lakes—including the iconic Windermere, the tranquil Brotherswater, the majestic…

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    Bushcraft Brunch - An introduction to Wilderness Cooking with Green Man Survival

    Address

    Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NP

    Telephone

    07946841772

    contact@greenmansurvival.co.uk

    Newby Bridge

    Join us at our secluded woodland camp on the shores of Windermere for a bushcraft brunch to die for, this is thriving not just surviving!

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    Cross Lake Shuttle - Windermere Lake Cruises and Mountain Goat
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    Cross Lake Shuttle - Windermere Lake Cruises

    Address

    The Promenade, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HQ

    Telephone

    015394 43360

    mail@windermere-lakecruises.co.uk

    Windermere

    A combined boat and bus ticket for travel between Bowness and Hawkshead/surrounding villages.

    The Cross Lakes Experience operates daily throughout the summer, from Saturday 24th May 2025 until Sunday 28th September 2025. This service connects…

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    The Victoria Wood Theatre

    Address

    The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Telephone

    01539440872

    tickets@victoriawoodtheatre.com

    Bowness on Windermere

    Set in the heart of the Lake District, this intimate theatre shares a building in Bowness with the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. The Theatre produces a lively programme of professional drama, music, folk, comedy, lectures and film.

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