5 family-friendly pram walks around Windermere
Categories: Days Out
Windermere is perfect for families looking to enjoy the great outdoors!
Spring and Summer in the Lake District are nothing short of spectacular. Think blooming wildflowers, sun-dappled trails, and sparkling lake views that stretch for miles. The longer, warmer days are perfect for getting outdoors and making the most of the fresh air and natural beauty. It’s a livelier time of year, but there are still plenty of peaceful pockets to discover—especially by boat!
Whether you're pushing a pram or just fancy an easy, accessible stroll, we’ve got you covered! Below are some beautiful, flat and pram-friendly walks, complete with boat rides and stunning spring and summer scenery.
1. Western Shore Walk
Difficulty: Easy | 4 + hours
Start your adventure in Bowness by taking a boat to Ash Landing. From here, walk along the flat, scenic western shore to Wray Castle. After exploring, hop on another boat to Ambleside and complete the loop by returning to Bowness by boat. Please note, the walkers ticket does finish 28th September
- Highlights: Lake views, Wray Castle, boat trips
- Best For: Families with little ones, flat route, pram-friendly
- Please note, only available from May - September
2. Orrest Head
Difficulty: Moderate - challenging | 2 hours
This popular family walk starts in Windermere and rewards you with panoramic views. Halfway up, you’ll meet some friendly faces – the Gruffalo and the Mouse!
- Highlights: Lake District views, Gruffalo
- Best For: Families with young children, slightly hilly but manageable with prams
3. Cockshott Point
Difficulty: Easy | 45 minutes
A short and easy walk in Bowness. Perfect for little legs and prams, this gentle stroll offers beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hills.
- Highlights: Lakeside views
- Best For: Toddlers, young families, super easy for prams
4. Brockhole Gardens
Difficulty: Easy | 1 hour
Take the red cruise from Bowness to Brockhole. Once you arrive, enjoy a peaceful stroll around the stunning gardens and grounds, which are ideal for prams.
- Highlights: Gardens, adventure playground, café
- Best For: Families with prams, easy and leisurely
5. Wray Castle
Difficulty: Moderate | 1 - 2 hours
Catch the green cruise from Ambleside to Wray Castle, then enjoy a flat walk along the shores of Lake Windermere. This is a perfect day out for families with prams.
- Highlights: Wray Castle, lakeside walk
- Best For: Prams, flat and scenic
Each of these walks offers something special, and they’re all pram-friendly—perfect for family adventures! Enjoy the stunning Lake District scenery at its vibrant best, with blooming flowers, lush green landscapes, and sunshine-filled days that make exploring even more fun.
