Where to Visit - Ullswater ‘Steamers’
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Ullswater ‘Steamers’ celebrate their 150th year sailing on England’s most beautiful lake. Currently we have four vessels operating on Ullswater ; Lady of the Lake originally launched in 1877 and Raven in 1889. Lady Dorothy joined us in 2001 and Lady Wakefield in 2007.
Ullswater referred to as the ‘Dark Lake’ is steeped in myth and mystery. Linked to Arthurian legend, transport yourself through time as you set sail with us on a voyage of discovery through this spectacular valley.
A valley with a rich biodiversity of wildlife whose ancient woodlands and fells provide breeding habitats for some of our rarer species such as red deer, red squirrels and barnacle geese.
The lake runs a serpentine course in three reaches with Helvellyn crowning the plateau at the head of the lake; at 3117 ft it is England’s third highest mountain.
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the Lake District. With miles of bridleways linked by ‘Steamer’ routes there are so many opportunities for exploring the area or simply relax and enjoy the glory of nature through the seasons.
Contact Details ;
Telephone : 017684 82229
Email : enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk
Web Site : www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk
Address :
The Pier House
Glenridding
Cumbria
CA11 0US
Opening Times ;
Open all year (except Christmas Eve & Day) – please refer to our online timetable.
Visitor Prices ;
Please refer to our website for our fare and journey options.
Visitor Directions ;
Please refer to our website for our fare and journey options.
By Car
SatNav CA11 0US. From Keswick:A66, A5091 to Aira Force, turn right onto Lake Road, Glenridding is 2 miles away.
From the North: only 5 miles from Junction 40 on the M6 onto the A66, then onto the A592 to Pooley Bridge.
From the South: only 8 miles from Ambleside via Kirkstone Pass to Glenridding or from Bowness/Windermere.
By Bus
Links between Penrith, Pooley Bridge and Glenridding operate all year. Telephone Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
Download the Friends of the Lake District leaflets for the 517 Kirkstone Ramber and the 208 Ullswater Connection
By Train
First TransPennine Express and/or Virgin Trains, run direct train services to Penrith from London Euston, Birmingham, Manchester and Manchester Airport, Preston, Lancaster, Oxenholme, Carlisle, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Other services run trains from Newcastle to Penrith via Carlisle.