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Windermere Lake Cruises, Wray
Type:Sightseeing Attraction
Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA
About
Discover Windermere: Cruises from Wray Pier
Wray Pier offers a peaceful escape on Windermere’s western shore, giving visitors the chance to explore this tranquil corner of the lake by boat.
Windermere Lake Cruises offers sight-seeing tours every day except Christmas Day (25 December)
Guests can arrive aboard modern or traditional launches on the Green Cruise, enjoying brief onboard commentary highlighting local history and scenery along the way. Located just a short walk from the parkland surrounding Wray Castle, the pier provides an easy and scenic starting point for woodland walks, lakeshore adventures, and exploring this beautiful National Trust Wray Estate.
Visitors can find their ideal adventure and discover the majestic scenery of the Lake District National Park from a unique vantage point.
Only available in the summer
During the peak season (Easter – October), Windermere Lake Cruises offers the popular crusies to Wray:
- Walkers Ticket – Part of the Green Cruise — combines three boat trips with a scenic 4.5‑mile lakeshore walk along Windermere’s quiet western shore.
- Green Cruise – this seasonal service (April – October) connects Wray Castle on the western shore. Passengers can board at Ambleside (Waterhead) or Brockhole and enjoy a short, scenic trip to Wray Pier, just a 10‑minute walk from Wray Castle.
Hop off to explore
All Windermere Lake Cruises services allow you to hop off to explore each pier and then catch a later boat back. Visit a lakeshore attraction with discounted cruise/combined tickets or explore the many scenic Lakeland walks that start/finish around each pier.
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Private Hire
All Windermere Lake Cruises (WLC) vessels can be hired privately and can carry groups of two to over 200 people. Plan a wedding, celebration or business meeting with a difference by viewing the private charter section of the we WLC website.
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Access for all
The cruise fleet consists of both modern and historic vessels. If you have limited mobility, some vessels and routes offer better access than others.
Please visit our accessibility guide for more information:
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Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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* Daylight hours
Guide Prices
• There is a wide variety of cruises to suit any itinerary or budget. See the full price list for more information.
• Look out for special offers throughout the year for pensioners
• Discounts for families. Our family ticket is valid for 2 adults and up to 3 children (5-15)
• LA/CA Postcodes can get a free discount card for 20% off summer / 50% off winter
• Dogs travel free
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
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Languages
- French signs/guides
- German signs/guides
- Italian signs/guides
- Spanish signs/guides
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Postbox
- Public toilets
Site Features
- Regional Tourist Board Member
- Welcome Host
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Tripadvisor
- Excellent3117
- Very Good1205
- Average207
- Poor66
- Terrible67
Awards
- Visit England
VistEngland VAQAS Gold 2018 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
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Map & Directions
Public Transport Directions
The nearest railway station is Windermere, which is 10 miles away.
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