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Windermere Jetty Museum

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Type:Museum - Maritime

Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

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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.

This spectacular museum expands out onto the lake and reflects industry and engineering in one of England’s most famously beautiful locations, the Lake District National Park. It is a working destination, committed to conserving, saving, and sharing its internationally important collection and brings Windermere’s 200-year-old famous boating past to life, through fascinating displays of motorboats, steam launches, speed boats and sailing yachts.

Heritage boat trips

For a unique Lake District experience, take a cruise on a fully restored heritage boat from the museum collection. Climb onboard one of the region’s finest historic vessels, lovingly restored to its former glory by our onsite conservation team.

Escape with the gentle sounds and peaceful calm of the lake, see the rugged contours of nearby fells in new ways and embrace the spirit of adventure. Our knowledgeable Skippers will take you back in time with stories of the fascinating collection and the surrounding landscape that inspired the museum.

 

Lakeshore campsites

Extend your adventure by setting up camp in your very own private cove along Windermere’s shoreline. Kids can build a den, learn new skills, and toast marshmallows over a real charcoal campfire whilst the grown-ups relax by the water, underneath repurposed boat sails and on handcrafted seating. Packed lunches are available.


Lakeshore café

Windermere Jetty Museum is a real Lakes experience, whatever the weather and with a lakeshore café it’s the perfect place to enjoy Windermere. With impressive views overlooking the lake and distant fells, there’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating so kids can explore.
Enjoy a delicious light lunch, hearty brunch or a freshly prepared cake or bake after a visit to the museum or a long day on the fells.
Parking for visitors and entry to café is free. Dogs are welcome.

Events

To keep up to date with all our events, join our e-newsletter or visit windermerejetty.org to find out what’s on.

Car parking is free for museum and café visitors

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Opening Times

* 10am-5pm March – October
10am-4pm November – February

Guide Prices

Please visit the Windermere Jetty Museum website for pricing details.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access
  • Disabled toilets

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Children

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children welcome

Groups

  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups
  • Guided tours for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality
  • Wedding receptions

Property Facilities

  • Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
  • Gift shop

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Access Information

Entrance

Automatic door at the main entrance
Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

Baby changing facilities
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
From the entrance to reception / ticket area
To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
To the gift shop
Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)

Food

Children's menu
Good contrast between the floor and walls
High chairs for children
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
Vegan
Vegetarian
Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair

Parking

Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Is flat (i.e. without steps)
The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is solid

General

Audible alarm system
Clear signage
Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
Seating available for visitors with limited mobility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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  • Cumbria AwardsMember of Cumbria Tourism Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

To arrive by car from the south: exit the M6 at junction 36, taking the first exit on the slip road roundabout. Follow signs for the South Lakes and Windermere and continue onto the A591. When you reach a small roundabout, take the first exit onto Rayrigg Road/A592, following signs for Bowness Bay and The Lake. Continue for 1 mile and Windermere Jetty will be on the right. To arrive by car from the north: exit the M6 at junction 39 for A6/Shap/Kendal. When you reach a T-junction, turn left onto the A6 and continue along the A6 for 12 miles. Follow signs for Windermere, Bowness and A591. Once on the A591, take the first exit at a small roundabout onto Rayrigg road/A592, following signs for Bowness Bay and The Lake. Continue for 1 mile and Windermere Jetty will be on the right.

Public Transport Directions

Accessible by Public Transport: Windermere station is 2 miles away.

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