Newsletter. Fun Facts. Welcome to the Spring edition of the Ullswater Steamers Kids Club Newsletter. Did you know...

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1 Newsletter Welcome to the Spring edition of the Ullswater Steamers Kids lub Newsletter. We are busy preparing for the new spring arrivals due around the ake. The local farmers are getting ready for lambing time, all the bulbs will be getting ready to flower and Sammy has be polishing the Steamers ready to show all the spring delights to the visitors. In this edition of the newsletter we have prepared some spring themed activities just for you. And don t forget to check out our up and coming events... Steamers Announces 14 Events On Which To ruise Back To Happiness In 2014! Idyllic umbrian lake cruise company, Ullswater Steamers is heading into the New Year with 14 fabulous events or event types for 2014, including brand new ones based around preserves, predators and practical instruction with the camera. The akes 14, as they are being termed, are themed around marmalade, Easter and teddy bears, birdwatching, photography, pirate adventures, fish and chips, history and heritage, a yachting regatta, myths and legends, wildlife, geology, red deer, Halloween, and Santa. See over the page for more event details Fun Facts Did you know... The main purpose of the "Steamers" was not only to carry passengers but also Royal Mail, provisions, slate from nearby mines and lead from the reenside mine in lenridding. During WW2 the "Steamers" even ferried soldiers down to lenridding for their training at the Ullswater Hotel. Did you also know... In 1881 ady of the ake sank at her moorings and was re-floated by a team of divers from iverpool. She sank again in 1958 after a severe storm. In 1965, she was badly damaged by fire and was out of service for 14 years until ord Wakefield had her restored and refitted ; she was re-launched on 19th May 1979 by William Whitelaw.

2 2014 February Fun with your A-Z 15 th 23 rd Feb Keep an eye on facebook for our online competition. orrect answers will be entered into a prize draw. March Marmalade Madness 1 st & 2 nd March Free travel for passengers on the 9.45am sailings that bring along a jar of marmalade. Passengers can enjoy complimentary toast and marmalade served onboard. Mothers Day 30 th March Treat Mum this Mothers Day to an Ullswater Steamer ift Voucher. April May Easter Teddies go FREE 12 th 24 th April hildren under 15 travel free during this period when travelling with their teddy bear. RSPB Water, Predator & 17 th May Heathland Birds ruise Join the RSPB and team on a 9.45am scheduled departure from lenridding member, non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB. Book in advance. Photography Day 22 nd May An escorted tour with a leading local photographer to discover some trade secrets. Departs lenridding at 10.30am Tickets must be booked in advance, 38 per person. th May Pirates - 28 th May Two departures from lenridding, 11am and 2.30pm. oad the cannons and prepare to battle with our pirates onboard a two hour adventure. 12 per pirate, under three years free. Book in advance. June Statesman Rail The Fellsman ommence 11 th June The popular steam hauled Fellsman returns in The extended excursion option includes a vintage coach and cruise on Ullswater, to book visit statesmanrail.com or call Father s Day 15 th June Treat Dad this Fathers Day to an Ullswater Steamer ift Voucher. umbrian Fish Suppers Every Tuesday evening from 24 th June 26 th August The famous fish supper cruises return. A two hour evening cruise from Pooley Bridge, price includes fish and chip supper (veggie option available) and entertainment with Pete ashley. Departs Pooley Bridge at 7pm. Book in advance, adult ticket 17, children under Book in advance. July umbrian Fish Suppers Every Tuesday evening from 24th June 26th August See June for details. History & Heritage DNP 1 st July ommentary ruise Themed evening commentary cruise with a National Park Ranger. Departs lenridding at 6.45pm returns 8.15pm. 12 adult and 6 child includes a cup of tea, coffee, squash. Book in advance or just turn up. Birkett up 5 th July Watch the ord Birkett up Race onboard an exclusive charter, departure from Pooley Bridge at 12.30pm returning at 3.30pm. 20 adult, 10 children includes a glass of cava or squash. Book in advance. Myths and egends DNP ommentary ruise August 22 nd July umbrian Fish Suppers Every Tuesday evening from 24th June 26th August See June for details. Wildlife DNP ommentary ruise Mountains High & Valley ow DNP ommentary ruise Pirates See 28 th May for details. 5 th August 19 th August 22 nd August October Red Deer Rut 9 th 12 th October An RSPB escorted cruise from lenridding to Howtown. Transfer to a minibus into Martindale to witness the Red Deer Rut. Departs lenridding at am returning approx 3.30pm member, non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB. Book in advance. hostly alleon Halloween 30 th October Magic, monster and mayhem onboard the hostly alleon. Two departures from lenridding, 11am (returns 12.30) and 2.30pm (returns 4pm): 12 per spook, under 3s free includes magic show, monster balloon and sweetie goody bag. Book in advance. November Photography Day 6 th November See 22 nd May for details. December Yuletide Afternoon Tea & ruise Available on Monday Friday only from 1 st 19 th December. Enjoy a festive afternoon tea at Inn on the ake and take a winter cruise on Ullswater. Book in advance. Santa & His Happy Elves 14 th December A festive treat with fun for all. Two sailings from lenridding am or 1.30pm. Ticket price 13 per person includes cruise, gift for the children, journey gift voucher for adults and light refreshments.

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4 Spot the difference 1. What is a baby bird called? 2. What is a baby Sheep called? 3. an you name a yellow spring flower 4. A flower developes from a 5. What are baby ducks called? 6. hocolate treats delivered by the Easter bunny 7. The season after winter There are five differences - look carefully and find them all! The first day of Spring is called the Vernal Equinox. Vernal is atin for Spring.

5 Activity Results How did you do? 6. E D S 2. A M B U D S P F F O D I R U K I N N 1. H K Spot the difference