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1 ULLSWATER THE LAKE DISTRICT Lake Cruises GROUP PACK & ITINERARIES ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Welcome Ullswater Steamers create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the

Park. Just 10 minutes from Junction 40 of the M6; Ullswater is very accessible from all major

Ullswater Steamers operate one of the largest heritage fleets in the World.

1859. The popular choice for groups is the eight mile cruise (one way) that takes in expansive

Our sailings operate 363 days a year (timetable varies), with cruise options from 20 minutes to

2 Welcome Ullswater Steamers create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Lake District National Park. Just 10 minutes from Junction 40 of the M6; Ullswater is very accessible from all major travel routes to the North and South. Ullswater Steamers operate one of the largest heritage fleets in the World. We have five vessels in our fleet; all have licensed bars, toilets, open/part covered outside decks and interior saloons. We have four piers in operation with free coach parking/drop-off at our two main piers at Pooley Bridge and Glenridding. Excellent facilities at both of these piers also include free Wi-Fi, accessible toilets and gift shops. An iconic award winning attraction that has been sailing on England s most beautiful lake since The popular choice for groups is the eight mile cruise (one way) that takes in expansive vistas of England s highest mountains. Our sailings operate 363 days a year (timetable varies), with cruise options from 20 minutes to over two hours. Group and FIT rates are available upon request. A World Class Attraction Vessels sailing on England s most beautiful lake since 1859 Spectacular scenery amongst England s highest mountains In the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Lake District National Park Great facilities including licensed bars and free Wi-Fi Sailings operate 363 days a year Choose from 20 minutes to over two hours cruise times Just 10 minutes from Junction 40 on the M6

Just 10 minutes from Junction 40 on the M6 for Pooley Bridge pier. 40 minutes from Central Lakes; Windermere, Bowness, Ambleside and Grasmere, to Glenridding pier at the Southern end of the lake.

3 Facilities Tour Options Please contact us to arrange a complimentary visit to pre-plan your itinerary. A tranquil eight mile journey taking in the mountain views on board our heritage vessels in the heart of The Lake District National Park. Just 10 minutes from Junction 40 on the M6 for Pooley Bridge pier. 40 minutes from Central Lakes; Windermere, Bowness, Ambleside and Grasmere, to Glenridding pier at the Southern end of the lake. Open all year* with peak operating times between March and November. Free parking for coaches at Glenridding pier and a drop-off point at Pooley Bridge pier. Level access from the coach into the pier houses and vessels. Seating on deck and inside our comfy, relaxing saloons with fully licensed bars. Pier houses serving light refreshments and gift shops. Complimentary teas and coffees for drivers and tour guides. Free Wi-Fi in our two pier houses. Visitor information guide for tour guides with meet and greet service on request. Toilet facilities on board the vessels and at both pier houses. Complimentary lake guide for all members of your tour group. Great itinerary ideas and rates with fellow tourist attractions. Why not link up to our special events calendar to create bespoke tours? Ideally located and accessible to nearby major UK destinations such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, York, Manchester and Liverpool. Full accessibility information is available on our website. More information available in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese. *Closed Christmas Eve and Day Download our free app. Available in English, Chinese and Japanese on Google Play and Apple App Stores Jeff Ashton We have tour options to suit all timings and budgets. Tour guides and essential companions travel free. Groups of 10 or more persons qualify for our group fares; available on advanced bookings only. One Hour Cruise Our one hour cruise is suited to itineraries travelling North or South. Easy access from the M6 J40 (10 minutes) from the North (Pooley Bridge pier) and via J36 (one hour) from the South (Glenridding pier). Cruise time is 60 minutes and offers a relaxing break in your travel time through The Lake District National Park. Round The Lake Cruise For groups with a little more time, take the full round the lake cruise. Journey time of this extended cruise is approximately 120 minutes. Boots and Boats Ideal for walking and specialist tours. Combine a cruise with some of the most famous walking routes in The Lake District National Park. The single journey time from our two main piers to Howtown pier is approximately 25 minutes. Combined Tours We work with many local attractions and food providers to create itineraries to suit your tours, themes and budgets. Ask us for more information. Early Bird Savings 20% off group fare sailings. This offer applies before 10am only. Series Tours and FIT Rates Groups enjoy a 15% reduction off standard fares. Please contact us for specific series tours and FIT rates.

Itineraries & Timings KESWICK THE LAKES WHISKY DISTILLERY DALEMAIN MANSION & GARDENS NATIONAL TRUST AIRA FORCE WATERFALL RHEGED 40

from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding, or vice versa (approx. 1 hour).

Single cruise from Pooley Bridge to Aira Force with a visit to National Trust Aira Force waterfalls (approx. 1 hour 30 mins).

Single cruise with a traditional English cream tea at one of three locations around the lake (approx. 2 hours).

Single cruise with a visit to Rheged for designer shopping (approx. 2 hours).

INN ON THE LAKE DOVE COTTAGE GRASMERE AIRA FORCE GLENRIDDING A591 PATTERDALE A592 HOWTOWN ULLSWATER WINDERMERE SHARROW BAY Ask Us!

..for more information about combined regional tours within the North West with nearby major destinations such as Edinburgh,

LAKE CRUISE FULL DAY TOURS Single cruise, visit the site of William Wordsworth s daffodils at Glencoyne Bay, explore National Trust

4 Itineraries & Timings KESWICK THE LAKES WHISKY DISTILLERY DALEMAIN MANSION & GARDENS NATIONAL TRUST AIRA FORCE WATERFALL RHEGED 40 POOLEY BRIDGE To Glasgow & Edinburgh PENRITH LOWTHER CASTLE & GARDENS West Coast Mainline LAKE CRUISE SHORT TOURS Single cruise from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding, or vice versa (approx. 1 hour). Great for groups en route travelling to/from London and Edinburgh. Single cruise from Pooley Bridge to Aira Force with a visit to National Trust Aira Force waterfalls (approx. 1 hour 30 mins). LAKE CRUISE HALF DAY TOURS Full round the lake return cruise starting at either Glenridding or Pooley Bridge (approx. 2 hours). Single cruise with a traditional English cream tea at one of three locations around the lake (approx. 2 hours). Single cruise with a visit to Dalemain Mansion & Gardens (approx. 2 hours). Single cruise with a visit to Rheged for designer shopping (approx. 2 hours). Single cruise with a visit to Lowther Castle & Gardens (approx. 3 hours). INN ON THE LAKE DOVE COTTAGE GRASMERE AIRA FORCE GLENRIDDING A591 PATTERDALE A592 HOWTOWN ULLSWATER WINDERMERE SHARROW BAY Ask Us! M6 To Manchester, Liverpool & London...for more information about combined regional tours within the North West with nearby major destinations such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, York, Manchester and Liverpool. LAKE CRUISE FULL DAY TOURS Single cruise, visit the site of William Wordsworth s daffodils at Glencoyne Bay, explore National Trust Aira Force waterfalls followed by a tour of Wordsworth Trust Dove Cottage in Grasmere. Single cruise with a visit to The Lakes Whisky Distillery for tours and shopping. Single cruise with a traditional English cream tea at one of three locations around the lake and combine this with a visit to another local attraction such as Lowther Castle & Gardens. Single cruise followed by a tour of Wordsworth Trust Dove Cottage and a visit to the Grasmere Gingerbread shop in Grasmere. ALL OF OUR SINGLE CRUISES CAN BE TAKEN FROM POOLEY BRIDGE TO GLENRIDDING OR VICE VERSA WE CAN HELP YOU TO CREATE SHORT DAY VISITS OR OVERNIGHT STAYS AS PART OF A LAKE DISTRICT TOUR

Boots & Boats The Ullswater Way Cruises connect the most famous and spectacular walking routes in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Lake District National Park.

The Ullswater Way footpath is an easy to follow 20 mile footpath that surrounds Ullswater with many different routes.

5 Boots & Boats The Ullswater Way Cruises connect the most famous and spectacular walking routes in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Lake District National Park. There are many walking options to suit all abilities from lakeshore strolls to mountain hikes. The Ullswater Way footpath is an easy to follow 20 mile footpath that surrounds Ullswater with many different routes. This means that you can create a variety of walking tours combined with a lake cruise. Wreay Watermillock Church Maiden Castle To Dalemain, Rheged, Penrith & M6 To Penrith via Eamont Bridge Pooley Bridge N Glencoyne Park Glencoyne Gowbarrow To Keswick Aira Force U L L S W A T E R S T E A M E R S Swinburn Park Watermillock U L L S W A T E R S T E A M E R S The Cock Pit Stone Circle Arthur s Pike Please Note: Map created from open source data. Use a more detailed map to follow the route. Map Key Bus Stop Steamer Pier Hallin Fell Howtown Bonscale Pike Contains Ordnance Survey data Crown copyright and database rights 2016 For more information visit: Parking Refreshments Glenridding Information Toilets Pub Ullswater Steamers Scan here to take a tour of this boat Shopping Place Fell Patterdale To Windermere via Kirkstone Pass

Education Cultural & Educational Tours Cream Teas & Festive Tours Operating 363 days a year we offer the perfect option to combine a cruise with a traditional English cream tea or festive lunch at

Great geological, cultural, wildlife and historical facts that surround the Ullswater valley making it the perfect location to create cultural, wildlife and educational tours. Ullswater is approx. 7.

Ullswater was formed by three separate glaciers, this is why it is unique in The Lake District. It is the only lake with three separate reaches and its two distinct dog-legs.

During a volcanic upheaval approximately 450 million years ago, faults in the rocks allowed movement; Howtown is located on such a fault which gives Ullswater its characteristic kink.

One of the finest geological examples of a hanging valley can be found on the Eastern shore.

The famous Daffodil poem was written after a walk along the lakeshore in 1802 by William and his sister Dorothy. We are currently developing our educational packages to be introduced soon.

Inn on the Lake Lake District Hotels Enjoy 360 panoramic views of England s most beautiful lake from The Orangery.

6 Education Cultural & Educational Tours Cream Teas & Festive Tours Operating 363 days a year we offer the perfect option to combine a cruise with a traditional English cream tea or festive lunch at the many eateries that surround Ullswater. Great geological, cultural, wildlife and historical facts that surround the Ullswater valley making it the perfect location to create cultural, wildlife and educational tours. Ullswater is approx. 7.5 miles (12km) long and approx. 0.5 miles wide (0.8km), with an area of 3 square miles (4.8 square km) lying at a height of 477 feet above sea level. WHY NOT ENJOY A Cream Tea OR Festive Lunch? Ullswater was formed by three separate glaciers, this is why it is unique in The Lake District. It is the only lake with three separate reaches and its two distinct dog-legs. Ullswater is a typical narrow ribbon lake formed after the last ice age when the deepened section of the valley floor filled with meltwater from a retreated glacier. During a volcanic upheaval approximately 450 million years ago, faults in the rocks allowed movement; Howtown is located on such a fault which gives Ullswater its characteristic kink. The valley today is dominated by three main groups of rocks; the Borrowdale Volcanics, Skiddaw Slates and the Carboniferous Limestone. One of the finest geological examples of a hanging valley can be found on the Eastern shore. Its beauty has inspired famous poets, artists and writers over the centuries such as Turner and William Wordsworth. The famous Daffodil poem was written after a walk along the lakeshore in 1802 by William and his sister Dorothy. We are currently developing our educational packages to be introduced soon. We are working with Penrith & District Red Squirrel Group and National Trust Aira Force to provide educational tours for Key Stage 1 children. Ask us for more information. Inn on the Lake Lake District Hotels Enjoy 360 panoramic views of England s most beautiful lake from The Orangery. First class dining experiences await including afternoon English cream teas and light bites. In the festive season, a warm welcome awaits, when you experience the unique Christmas atmosphere at this enchanting hotel combined with a festive menu. Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel Renowned for its awardwinning fine-dining, Sharrow Bay is set in the most magnificent setting overlooking Ullswater. Using the very best of fresh local produce including the bounty of their lakeshore gardens. Perfect for FIT and small groups. The jewel of its culinary heritage is the invention of Icky Sticky Toffee Pudding. Dalemain Historic Mansion and Gardens Soak up the feeling of days gone by sitting by the large open log fire in the original Medieval Hall which houses the Dalemain Tearoom. Try a delicious selection of hot and cold homemade food, speciality Farrers coffees from Kendal, freshly baked scones, and the famous Dalemain chocolate cake! Festive lunches are available in December for groups, pre booking is essential.

Information 44 CARLISLE 43 COCKERMOUTH A595 KESWICK WHITEHAVEN A592 THE LAKE DISTRICT GRASMERE RAVENGLASS A595 A5092 42 41 PENRITH 40 39 ULLSWATER M6 AMBLESIDE 38 WINDERMERE A591 KENDAL OXENHOLME 37

7 Information 44 CARLISLE 43 COCKERMOUTH A595 KESWICK WHITEHAVEN A592 THE LAKE DISTRICT GRASMERE RAVENGLASS A595 A PENRITH ULLSWATER M6 AMBLESIDE 38 WINDERMERE A591 KENDAL OXENHOLME 37 A JUST 10 MINUTES J40, M6 Glasgow 2 Hours Liverpool 1 Hour 50 Mins Edinburgh M74 A74 M6 M5 Newcastle 1.5 Hours PENRITH T M6 J40 M6 York 2 Hours Manchester 1 Hour 50 Mins Birmingham 3.5 Hours M1 London 5 Hours 45 Mins Booking Enquiries For booking enquiries, please contact us or return a booking form directly: Glenridding Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0US Tel: Fax: groups@ullswater-steamers.co.uk Website: ullswater-steamers.co.uk Getting Here Pooley Bridge CA10 2NN Glenridding CA11 0US Signed on the M6 Motorway and from Junction 40 to the attraction. Ullswater is the most accessible lake in the UNESCO Lake District National Park, easily reached by rail, bus, ferry or car. It is also the closest lake to a mainline railway station in the Lake District, Penrith Station on the Eden Valley and Lake District National Park borders. The Ullswater area is easily accessible by road from the main motorway M6 at junction 40 from the North & East and junction 36 from the South via Windermere. DFDS Ferry port in Newcastle serves as a gateway to mainland Europe from the East Coast with daily sailings to/from Amsterdam, Holland. Penrith is also served by the National Express Coach services with journeys by day and night with the overnight express being one of the fastest coach journeys connecting other major cities in the UK. Travel times from key destinations Glasgow & Edinburgh roughly 110 miles. Drive time approx. 2 hours. Take M6 J40, follow to Rheged and then take the A592 to Ullswater. Train time approx. 2 hours. West Coast Mainline services direct to Penrith. Stagecoach bus connections from the station. York roughly 90 miles. Drive time approx. 2 hours. Take A1(M) north from York, join to Rheged and then take the A592 to Ullswater. Train time approx. 3 hours. Transpennine Express service to Manchester Piccadilly and change for services to Penrith. Stagecoach bus connections from the station. Manchester & Liverpool roughly 100 miles. Drive time approx. 2 hours. Take M6 J40, follow to Rheged and then take the A592 to Ullswater. Alternatively take M6 J36, follow A590, A591 and A592 to Ullswater. Train time approx. 2 hours. Northern Rail service to Preston and change for Virgin services to Penrith. Stagecoach bus connections from the station. London roughly 300 miles. Drive time approx. 5 hours 30 minutes. Take M6 J40, follow to Rheged and then take the A592 to Ullswater. Train time approx. 3 hours. Direct West Coast Mainline services from London Euston to Penrith. Stagecoach bus connections from the station. Access Information For all access information, please visit: ullswater-steamers.co.uk Terms & Conditions Please visit: ullswater-steamers.co.uk

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