Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Glenridding Pier

Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

Our company have been operating lake cruises on Ullswater in the heart of the Lake District National Park since 1859 offering visitors an opportunity to experience this treasured landscape from a different perspective. Excellent facilities at the main pier houses. Toilets and licensed bars onboard, with seating outside on the upper decks and inside the lower deck saloons. Cruise through iconic mountain and countryside panoramas. Starting at Glenridding Pier, it is a one-hour cruise to Pooley Bridge Pier. There is an option to get off at Pooley Bridge but check your return cruise time back to Glenridding. It is a 15 minute walk to Pooley Bridge village with a selection of tea rooms, pubs and independent shops, pick up a souvenir before returning to the pier for your cruise back Glenridding.

What's included

  • Open ticket with flexible return time
  • Outdoor and indoor seating onboard
  • Please check timetable to ensure you arrive for the return cruise.
  • You can spend time in Pooley Bridge and enjoy a walk or refreshments before the return cruise.
  • Toilet facilities onboard
  • Total cruise time is 2 hours (1 hour each way)
  • Select cruise time from Glenridding for first cruise

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Food & drink
    • Car parking charges $12 full day
    • Bike charge £3.00
    • Paddle board £4.50
    • Dog £1

    Additional information

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    The Pier House, The Pier House, Penrith, CA11 0US
    Meet the boat at Glenridding Pier. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Show your ticket to the Pier House staff and they will direct you to the correct boat.
    End point
    The Pier House, The Pier House, Penrith, CA11 0US

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