Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is an award winning environmentally accredited Lake District attraction celebrating over 150 years of operating cruises on
England’s most beautiful lake, often referred to as the ‘English Lucerne’. We are without doubt one of Lakeland’s best kept secrets offering visitors an experience that will stay with them forever.
Several small islets dot the surface of the lake and by their diminutive size seem to enhance the grandeur of the surrounding hills, which form a magnificent background to the whole, overlapping each other as they do in a succession of unrivalled mountain terraces, crowned by the Dark brow of the mighty Helvellyn’
Quotation from The official Souvenir Guide to Ullswater, Second Edition, 1904
The Lake runs a serpentine course through expansive vistas of Lakeland’s greatest mountains.
An eight mile adventure shaped like the letter ‘Z’ as it winds through this spectacular valley, home to some of our rarer species such as the Red Squirrel and Britains last remaining wild Red Deer herd. Ullswater was formed by three different glaciers and this is why it is unique in the Lake District being the only lake with three different reaches and two distinct dog-legs.
Ullswater, referred to as the ‘Dark Lake’ in Arthurian legend is steeped in myth and mystery. This is a land that has inspired some of the most famous writers and artists over the centuries
such as William Wordsworth, Samuel Coleridge and Sir Walter Scott. It is a place that holds the key of many amazing achievements; Donald Campbell broke the water speed record on
Ullswater in 1955 and did you know it was one of the last places in England where fairies lived! Join us for a cruise, a walk and we guarantee a great educational day out. We have a selection of key stage material for levels 1-3 and above, these are available to download on our website, all linked to the national curriculum with new updates and kid’s club information through our social media pages. There are a variety of Educational tour suggestions available to suit your budget with landscape, heritage trails, conservation, geology, natural tourism and topographic
subjects to enhance your learning programmes in-house and/or as part of field projects. Group rates and terms apply. One Teacher travels FREE with every 10 paying pupils.
Mother's Day 18th March
18 Mar 2012
Mother’s Day – Book in advance 18th March. Gift Vouchers available to purchase online for a Cream Tea at Dalemain Historic Mansion and a Round the Lake Cruise. £15 gift voucher.
Eggtastic Fun with Sammy
31 Mar 2012 to 15 Apr 2012
Onboard prizes daily. Celebrate the launch of “Kids Club”. Details on our website.
Guided Cruise & Walks with a LDNP Ranger
1 Apr 2012 to 30 Sep 2012
to book contact Glenridding TIC on 017684 82414. More information on our website. Run from April to September.
Photography Competition
6 Apr 2012 to 31 Oct 2012
In aid of the World Owl Trust, the theme is “Flights of Fancy” - £1 donation per entry
RSPB Tweets and Bleats
21 Apr 2012 to 22 Apr 2012
Book in advance. Departure times 10.30am or 11.30am from Glenridding. Farm tour, meet the lambs, private bird cruise with the RSPB and tour of Wordsworth’s daffodils. £12 RSPB member £14 non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB.
Diamond Jubilee Brass and Bunting
5 Jun 2012
Book in advance. Departs Glenridding 7pm – 9pm. Celebrate this royal occasion and dress to impress. £12.50 per person
Statesman Rail
6 Jun 2012
New for 2012 a unique excursion option to Ullswater for the famous steam tour “The Fellsman”. Contact
Statesman Rail to book: 0845 310 2458 or visit www.statesmanrail.com
Father’s Day
17 Jun 2012
Book in advance. Gift Vouchers available to purchase online for a Cumberland Lunch at the Queens Head, Tirril and a Round the Lake Cruise, £20 gift voucher.
Evening Commentary Cruise
19 Jun 2012 to 21 Aug 2012
Booking in advance but not essential June 19th / July 3rd, 17th, 24th & 31st / August 7th, 14th & 21st. Departs Glenridding at 6.45pm returns 8.15pm. Find out about the heritage, myths and mysteries
that surround Ullswater. £10 adult, £5 children.
Statesman Rail
4 Jul 2012 to 29 Aug 2012
Every Wednesday from the 4th July to 29th August.
New for 2012 a unique excursion option to Ullswater for the famous steam tour “The Fellsman”. Contact
Statesman Rail to book: 0845 310 2458 or visit www.statesmanrail.com
Ahoy there Pirates
22 Aug 2012
Two sailings from Glenridding at 11am or 2.30pm. Prepare to battle with our pirates onboard a fun two hour adventure. £11 per pirate. Fancy dress optional.
Halloween
31 Oct 2012
Ghostly Galleon – Book in advance 31st October. Two sailings from Glenridding at 12.30pm or 3pm. Magic, monsters and mayhem on a two hour adventure. Magic show, balloon modelling plus goody bag. Fancy dress optional. Join us if you dare! £11 per person
Santa’s Workshop
16 Dec 2012
Book in advance 16th December. Two sailings from Glenridding at 10.30am (returns noon) or 1.30pm (returns 3pm). Join Santa with his orchestra and choccie magic tree. Every child receives a gift and adults get a return journey voucher.
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