Easter events & things to do in the Lake District 2025
Our guide to what's on this Easter holidays!
Our cruises offer the flexibility to disembark and explore various attractions along the way, providing a cost-effective way to experience the finest offerings of Windermere.
We've also highlighted how far each attraction is from our piers and the best boat routes to get you there and back.
Explore Wray estate this Easter
5th – 27th April 2025 | 10am–3:30pm
Head to Wray for fun this Easter. Follow the route through woods, parkland, and lakeshore, with fun nature-inspired activities along the way.
• £3.50 per trail (includes trail sheet, bunny ears & chocolate egg—dairy, vegan & Free From options available).
• Collect your trail from the front of the castle.
• Sturdy shoes recommended; some steps on the route.
No booking needed, just turn up and enjoy!
⛴️ Get there by taking the Green cruise.
Explore Ambleside
Why not head to Waterhead, take a picnic and head to Borans park where you can paddle in the Lake. Or head over to Rothay park, just a 15 minute walk in to Ambleside, where there is a children’s adventure playground.
⛴️ The Red Cruise direct boats to Ambleside throughout the day.
Hire a self-drive boat on Windermere
Get out on the water by hiring a self-drive boat. Enjoy the freedom of exploring Windermere at your own pace, soaking up the breathtaking views and creating your own adventure on England’s largest lake.
- If you're an early riser, take advantage of our special Early Bird offer and start your adventure with the tranquility of the morning lake all to yourself.
📍 Bowness beach, Bowness dock, Waterhead and Lakeside.
Discover the underwater world at the Lakes Aquarium
At the Lakes Aquarium,
delve into the fascinating world of aquatic creatures from around the
globe. From local freshwater species to tropical marine life, it’s a
great place to spark curiosity in children.
📍 At our Lakeside pier.
Easter at Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
This Easter, why not step back in time with a ride on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam train? Travel through the stunning Leven Valley in 1950s carriages and connect to our yellow cruise at Lakeside.
📍 At our Lakeside pier.
The golden bunny Easter egg hunt at Brockhole, Windermere
7th – 27th April 2025
Join the hunt at Brockhole to find the Great Golden Bunny! Follow the clues around Brockhole’s grounds, snap a photo when you find him, and claim your prize from the Woodland Cabin or Gift Shop. Pick up a trail sheet on the day—no booking needed!
⛴️ The Red Cruise direct boats to Ambleside (stops at Brockhole).
Creative fun @ Windermere Jetty museum
5th April - 20th April
Why not take a visit to Windermere Jetty Museum—just a short stroll from our Bowness pier!
Enjoy Hammered Leaf & Flower Prints workshops, Easter card making, a family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt, and a fun Seasonal Wildlife Trail throughout April.
- Activities included with museum admission. No booking required.
📍 10 minute walk from our Bowness pier.
Easter Egg Hunt @ World of Beatrix Potter
Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th April
Hop around the attraction on a mini egg hunt! Find all the hidden eggs and win a sticker or a chocolate treat.
- Free with your entry ticket
Happy egg hunting!
📍 5 minute walk from our Bowness pier.
Peter Rabbit Biscuit Decorating @ World of Beatrix Potter
Sunday 13th April | 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Get creative with a delicious Peter Rabbit shortbread biscuit! Decorate it your way, then take it home or enjoy it on the spot!
- £4 per biscuit (book online with tickets)
- Drop-in basis – first come, first served
- All materials provided
A tasty, fun activity for little bakers!
📍 5 minute walk from our Bowness pier.
Plant a veggie to take home and grow @ World of Beatrix Potter
Friday 11th April | 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Plant your own veggie seeds in The Peter Rabbit Garden. Take your pot home, nurture it, and enjoy homegrown greens this summer!
- £1 per seed & pot (add to your ticket when booking online)
- Watch it, water it & keep the rabbits away!
A fun, hands-on activity for little gardeners!
📍 5 minute walk from our Bowness pier.
Jemima sculpture painting @ World of Beatrix Potter
Monday 7th April | 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Get creative with Jemima Puddle-duck sculpture painting! Decorate your own blank sculpture and take home a unique souvenir.
- £3.50 per sculpture (purchase online with tickets)
- Drop-in basis – first come, first served
- All materials provided – drying time ~30 mins
📍 5 minute walk from our Bowness pier.
Children’s Easter Sunday Party at The Swan Hotel
Sunday 20th April | 3pm – 5pm
An afternoon of fun, food, and live entertainment! Kids enjoy pizza, chips, and exciting entertainment for just £12 per child.
