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First ever “Down Under” trip for Windermere Lake Cruises will attract new Aussie visitors

Published: 27th August 2024
Categories: Media Release

Windermere Lake Cruises is heading “Down Under” for the first time to encourage more tourists from Australia and New Zealand to visit the Lake District, Cumbria.

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Windermere Lake Cruises is heading “Down Under” for the first time to encourage more tourists from Australia and New Zealand to visit the Lake District, Cumbria.

Right Royal Celebration for Queen of the Lake as iconic vessel celebrates 75th anniversary

Published: 9th August 2024
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Queen of the Lake as iconic vessel celebrates 75th anniversary

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Queen of the Lake as iconic vessel celebrates 75th anniversary

Windermere Lake Cruises retains spot in VisitEngland’s Top Ten most popular paid for attractions

Published: 27th July 2024
Categories: Media Release

We're thrilled to maintain our position in the top ten.

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Windermere Lake Cruises has retained its spot in the Top Ten list of most popular paid for attractions in England.

Beat the crowds and leave time for your journey

Published: 1st July 2024

Top tips to avoid the crowds around Bowness and Ambleside

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A flock of swans at Bowness Beach

⚠️ Busy Weekend (Friday 7 - Sunday 9 June 2024) ⚠️

Published: 6th June 2024
Categories: Media Release

Windermere and surrounding areas are busy this weekend!

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Windermere and surrounding areas are busy this weekend!

Historic Windermere vessel hosts D-Day anniversary tribute

Published: 5th June 2024
Categories: Media Release

Piper Richard Cowie, a member of Cumbria Freemasons, performed the "haunting" song Highland Laddie and will complete his run of 10 performances tomorrow

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Piper Richard Cowie, a member of Cumbria Freemasons, performed the "haunting" song Highland Laddie and will complete his run of 10 performances tomorrow

Windermere’s new Cross Lake Shuttle continues due to popular demand

Published: 3rd June 2024
Categories: Media Release

Passengers can buy one ticket which covers the shuttle, the Mountain Goat service and entry to the National Trust’s Hill Top

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Passengers can buy one ticket which covers the shuttle, the Mountain Goat service and entry to the National Trust’s Hill Top

Bagpipe tribute on Windermere to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day

Published: 28th May 2024
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Historic Windermere vessel hosts D-Day anniversary tribute

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Historic Windermere vessel hosts D-Day anniversary tribute

Windermere Lake Cruises heads to China as new flights offer potential tourism boost

Published: 22nd May 2024

China trip as Windermere Lake Cruises targets new visitors

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China trip as Windermere Lake Cruises targets new visitors

Hill of Oaks Ferry

Published: 8th May 2024
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Convenient car-free access for Hill of Oaks Lodge & Caravan Park

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A map showing the route of Hill of Oaks and Lakeside Pier