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From historic ports echoing tales of transatlantic trade to serene estuaries where rivers meet the sea, Cumbria's harbours and marinas offer a captivating blend of heritage and natural beauty. Discover hidden gems along the coast, where vibrant foodie scenes and rich historical narratives await, or find peaceful moorings nestled amidst the stunning scenery of the Lake District fells. And don’t worry - there’s no shortage of places to dock your own boat in the Lake District, Cumbria, whether on a lake or a port along the sea.
A free Exhibition at the first floor of Windermere Library which tells the heritage of pioneering…
Maryport's extensive harbour and Promenade are a pleasure to stroll around.
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with…
Hire a rowing or motor boat and explore Derwentwater and its islands under your own steam. No…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally…
Located on the peaceful River Leven, The Swan Hotel & Spa is the closest mooring available to the…
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our…
There's something for everyone at Coniston Boating Centre, both on and off the water. You can hire…
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic…
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats,…
Join us at Windermere Hire Boats and create unforgettable memories on England’s most beautiful lake…
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells,…
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding…
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of…
Experience a truly indulgent getaway at Windermere Marina Village, where our luxury holiday…
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the…
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from…


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

Number of results: 19
Windermere
Escape the crowds and explore Lake Windermere at your own pace! Choose your adventure with Windermere Lake Cruises self-drive boat hire. Whether you crave the quiet charm of a classic rowboat or the effortless glide of an electric motorboat, we've…
Keswick
Hire a rowing or motor boat and explore Derwentwater and its islands under your own steam. No boating experience is necessary as we provide full safety instruction and life jackets for everyone on board. Keswick Launch also offers 50-minute cruises…
Keswick
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also available to hire.
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. A unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Newby Bridge
Located on the peaceful River Leven, The Swan Hotel & Spa is the closest mooring available to the A590 and M6, with these links being closer than Windermere Marina. It’s the perfect location for those who love to travel by water! We have excellent…
Coniston
Enjoy cruising aboard our launches around beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by our crew complements your experience of this wonderful area.
Windermere
Charter a skippered yacht for a two hour sailing experience for up to four people.
Whitehaven
Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic tropical island's rainforest in the Caribbean, that is just the start of your great adventure in The Rum Story.
Windermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
With beautiful, dramatic scenery that lends itself to days spent hiking amongst the Lakeland fells, exploring the quaint villages, or simply relaxing on the water, hop aboard a Ullswater ‘Steamer’ to experience this little slice of Lake District…
Graythwaite
There’s something quite special about being on England’s largest lake, and to see the surrounding landscape from the water provides a different perspective.
Windermere
Low Wood Watersports and Activity Centre, with it's large lake frontage and extensive range of equipment, is a great location for waterskiing, wakeboarding, sailing, kayaking/canoeing and boat hire.
Bowness-on-Windermere
Experience a truly indulgent getaway at Windermere Marina Village, where our luxury holiday apartments are nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Lake District. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Windermere while staying in our thoughtfully…
Barrow-in-Furness
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. The museum is a great day out for all with a popular playground, attractive Channelside walks, cafe…
Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere
For a special Lake District experience, enjoy a trip on a fully restored wooden heritage boat from the Windermere Jetty Museum collection. Hop aboard our 30 minute cruise to experience the peaceful calm of the lake.
Windermere
A free Exhibition at the first floor of Windermere Library which tells the heritage of pioneering aviation at Windermere from 1911 up to the present, including features for involvement by children. Disabled access.
Maryport
Maryport's extensive harbour and Promenade are a pleasure to stroll around.
Coniston
There's something for everyone at Coniston Boating Centre, both on and off the water. You can hire motor boats, rowing boats, sailing dinghies, canoes and paddleboards to explore the lake in a style that suits you. We have a wheelchair-accessible…
Windermere
Join us at Windermere Hire Boats and create unforgettable memories on England’s most beautiful lake. Whether you're a local resident or a visiting tourist, we are excited to welcome you aboard for a fantastic boating experience.
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