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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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    Exterior and Entrance to Gilpin Spice in Windermere, Lake District
    Scallop in a Shell Dish at Gilpin Spice in Windermere, Lake District
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    Fried Chicken Dish at Gilpin Spice in Windermere, Lake District
    Kufti Lolly at Gilpin Spice in Windermere, Lake District
    Gilpin Spice

    Address

    Gilpin Hotel, Crook Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3NE

    Telephone

    015394 88818

    hotel@thegilpin.co.uk

    Windermere

    Our relaxed 2 AA Rosette restaurant, Gilpin Spice has an open kitchen serving a pan-Asian menu inspired by countries along the spice trail and guided by fantastic Cumbrian and British ingredients. Dishes are fun and flavourful with a story behind…

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  9. A dish at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    A dish at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    A dish at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
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    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
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    A dish at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    A dish at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    Wine at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House © Andre Ainsworth
    Chefs at SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
    SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel

    Address

    Gilpin Hotel, Crook Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3NE

    Telephone

    015394 88818

    hotel@thegilpin.co.uk

    Windermere

    In the Michelin starred main restaurant, SOURCE, head chef Ollie Bridgwater (formerly of Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck) brings innovative skills, techniques and creativity to the table, for a fun, vibrant, fine dining experience!

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  10. Exterior and Signage at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Exterior and Signage at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Double Bedroom at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Lounge at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Beatrix Potter Themed Decor at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Decor at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Exterior and Signage at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Double Bedroom at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Superking Bedroom at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Lounge at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Lounge at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Bedroom Suite at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Seating with a View in a Bedroom at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Dressing Table and Window Seat in a Bedroom at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Beatrix Potter Themed Decor at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Decor at Lindeth Howe in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Lindeth Howe

    Address

    Lindeth Howe, Longtail Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JF

    Telephone

    015394 45759

    hotel@lindeth-howe.co.uk

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    A warm welcome awaits you at Lindeth Howe, a property once owned by Beatrix Potter. Set in 6 acres of beautiful grounds, with stunning views over lake Windermere and to the fells beyond. The hotel boasts beautiful bedrooms, cosy lounges, a well…

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  11. Afternoon Tea at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Cocktails at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Food at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Views from The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Afternoon Tea at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Delicious Food at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Delicious Food at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Beetroot Starter at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
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    Lake Views from The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Views from The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Scones at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Delicious Food at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Delicious Food at The Lake Edge Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District
    Lake Edge Restaurant at Storrs Hall Hotel

    Address

    Storrs Park, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3LG

    Telephone

    015394 47111

    reception@storrshall.com

    Windermere

    The Lake Edge Restaurant at Storrs Hall offers a seasonal fixed price menu, as a distinctly different choice to The Bistro. There is a choice of dishes for each course of this 3 course dinner menu.

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  12. Multiple Yoga mats
    Multiple Yoga mats
    Good Mood Yoga Club Bruch

    Address

    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Hosted by Laura, of the Good Mood Club, we welcome you to start your weekend the right way with a calming 90-minute gentle yoga flow and breathwork session, designed for all levels – whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned yogi…

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  13. Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cycling in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Winster and Crosthwaite

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01539 822222

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Staveley, Kendal

    Lake District food growers and farmers are passionate about their products, from damsons to rare breed beef and pork, saltmarsh lamb and seafood from the sands of Morecambe Bay. Lakeland eateries are proud to present local food and this route takes…

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  14. Dried Wreath on a white door
    Dried Wreath on a white door
    Luxury Everlasting Dried Wreath Workshop

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Treat yourself or someone special to a mindful, hands-on experience crafting a luxurious wreath using sustainably grown and dried British foliage and festive florals. Guided by Ashley from The Floralistas, you'll create a wild and whimsical design…

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  15. A still from the play Clementine featuring Clementine fanning herself with a backdrop of clouds
    A still from the play Clementine featuring Clementine fanning herself with a backdrop of clouds
    Clementine

    Address

    Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Telephone

    015394 40872

    boxoffice@worldofbeatrixpotter.com

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    In this hysterical, deranged and irreverent Austen parody that meditates on girlhood, romance and everything in between, Lady Clementine has until her 27th birthday to find The One.

    When her latest beau goes missing, she embarks on a hilariously…

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    Winter Craft Fair poster
    Winter Craft Fair at Blackwell

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT

    Telephone

    01539 637940

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Celebrate craftsmanship, heritage, and festive spirit 14 – 16 November at the Winter Craft Fair at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, one of the finest examples of Arts & Crafts design.

    Over three days, this beautiful historic house will be…

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  17. Photo of Rosamund Pike in the poster for Inter Alia
    Photo of Rosamund Pike in the poster for Inter Alia
    National Theatre Live - Inter Alia

    Address

    Lake Road, Bowness, Cumbria, LA23 3BJ

    Telephone

    07821 888969

    royaltytechnicalbowness@gmail.com

    Bowness

    "The best of British theatre on a cinema screen near you"

    Showtimes
    Sunday 5 October 2025
    19:30
    Thursday 9 October 2025
    19:30

    Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind…

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  18. Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors Canoeing with Anyone Can in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Canoe on Windermere - England's Longest with Anyone Can (Accessible Canoeing)

    Address

    Active Base (first available left), Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NN

    Telephone

    01539 31 00 41

    info@anyonecan.uk

    Newby Bridge

    Glide silently along the river and past the steam trains at the speed of paddle as we head south while everyone gets the hang of handling their boats in the sheltered water. When we are ready we turn round and explore the wider Lake Windermere as…

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  19. Bar and Seating at The Flying Pig Pub in Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District
    Bar and Seating at The Flying Pig Pub in Bowness-On-Windermere, Lake District
    The Flying Pig Pub

    Address

    The Flying Pig Pub, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BZ

    Telephone

    015394 43332

    info@theflyingpigbowness.co.uk

    Bowness-On-Windermere

    Brand new Free house British pub, serving home made classic British pub food, real fires, real ale and dog friendly.

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  20. Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
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    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea and Desserts at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
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    Lounge area at Broadoaks Country House in Troutbeck, Lake District
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    Afternoon Tea at Broadoaks Country House

    Address

    Broadoaks Country House, Bridge Ln, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LA

    Telephone

    015394 45566

    enquiries@broadoakscountryhouse.co.uk

    Troutbeck, Windermere

    At Broadoaks, afternoon tea is served in the traditional manner on a three-tiered plate, featuring a selection of handmade cakes and sandwiches, meticulously prepared by our accomplished team of chefs. Each bite is a testament to our commitment to…

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