ULLSWATER, THE LAKE DISTRICT

GROUP PACK AND ITINERARIES

WelcomeUllswater ‘Steamers is an award winning

Lake District attraction celebrating over

150 years of operating cruises on England’s

most beautiful lake. We are without doubt

one of Lakeland’s best kept secrets off ering

visitors an experience that will stay with

them forever.

About usUllswater, referred to as the ‘Dark Lake’ in

Arthurian legend is steeped in myth and

mystery. This is a land that has inspired

some of the most famous writers and

artists over the centuries such as William

Wordsworth. It is also a place that holds the

key of many amazing achievements; Donald

Campbell broke the water speed record on

Ullswater in 1955.

Want to know more? We do have visitor

guides available for tour operators, please

request on booking.

LocationThe Lake runs a serpentine course through expansive

vistas of Lakeland’s greatest mountains. An eight mile

adventure shaped like the letter ‘Z’ as it winds through this

spectacular valley, home to some of our rarer species such as the

Red Squirrel. Ullswater was formed by three diff erent glaciers and

this is why it is unique in the Lake District being the only lake with

three diff erent reaches and two distinct dog-legs.

FacilitiesTranquil journeys aboard heritage vessels in the heart of the National

Park yet just 15 minutes from the M6 at the Northern reach.

Free parking for coaches at Glenridding and drop off /pick up point

at Pooley Bridge

Level access from the coach to the pier houses and to the vessels

Seating on deck and in comfy, relaxing saloons

Fully licensed bars onboard. Pier houses serving light

refreshments including hot and cold drinks

Complimentary teas and coff ees for drivers and tour guides,

visitor guide for tour operators on request

Toilet facilities onboard the vessels and at the Pier houses

Carefully calculated fares and tour options designed to

meet your budget

Improved schedule of sailings devised to operate at

ideal times for you. Open every day of the year* with

peak operating times between March and November.

Complimentary lake guide for your tour groups.

Language packs on request. Please enquire at

time of booking.

Full access information is available on the reverse of

this guide and online at

www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

*except Christmas eve and day

Ullswater and the ‘Steamers’

Our heritage past gives visitors a very unique

experience to sail through this spectacular valley

that has been part of many a true tale. Its beauty

was the inspiration for one of the best loved

poems ever written ‘The Daff odils’ by William

Wordsworth. These delicate wild fl owers can still

be seen on the lakeshore in the Spring. We work

closely with many conservation bodies to ensure

the future of the valley by raising awareness

and funding towards access and conservation

projects in the valley. To date over £25,000 has

been raised and we have been accredited with

the GTBS Silver and CBEN Gold Environmental

Awards.

What’s near the lake?

Consider your options from our Itinerary

suggestions for a quick visit or stay a little longer

and explore some of the valley’s hidden gems.

Combine a cruise with a cream tea or lunch

option at a local hotel or fellow attractions such

as Rheged or Dalemain Historic House & Gardens,

all use local Cumbrian produce. Alternatively,

take advantage of the expanded landing stage at

Pooley bridge and enjoy a coff ee alfresco style by

the lakeshore. For the more adventurous combine

a visit to the spectacular Aira Force, one of the

most famous natural features in the area, tumbling

some 70ft in a series of exquisite cacades before

it disappears into the mystic chasms beneath.

For local hotel information, fellow attractions and

catering information please visit our website.

www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Aira Force

Dalemain Historic House

& Gardens

The FleetWe have fi ve classic vessels in regular service, from the beautifully

preserved heritage M.Y Lady of the Lake and M.Y Raven to the recently

restored M.V Western Belle.

The ‘steamers’ are painted in the same colour as Coronia, a splendid ocean liner in her day.

Lady Dorothy

The smallest member of our fl eet and suitable for smaller

private groups or educational workshops.

Capacity: 63

Lady Wakefi eld

Built in 1949, fully restored and renamed by HRH Princess

Alexandra in 2007, she retains the heritage feel of our

other traditional vessels.

Capacity: 150

Western BelleThe fl agship of the ‘Belle’ nomencluture, launched on the

River Tamar in 1935 and joined us in 2010.

Capacity: 150

Lady of the Lake

Launched on the 26th June, 1877 she is believed to be

the oldest working passenger vessel in the world.

Capacity: 220

RavenLaunched on the 16th July, 1889, the largest of our

traditional vessels, directly inspired by the tour operator

Thomas Cook.

Capacity: 246

Great Days Out for Groups

We have various tours to suit your

timings and budgets. We do have

specifi c rates for multiple tour bookings

and early bird sailing bonuses. For groups

travelling before 10am there is a further

20% reduction on the following rates.

Tour Guides and Essential companions

travel free with their parties. Parties of 12

or more qualify for group incentives on

advanced bookings only.

The Perfect One Way CruiseOur one way cruise fi ts perfectly into

most itineraries, access from the M6 for

the Pooley Bridge Pier (10 minutes) or via

the Kirkstone Pass at Glenridding Pier.

Journey time approx 60 minutes.

Fare £6.30 for adults and £3.15 for

children.

Round the Lake CruiseFor groups with a little more time enjoy

the full round trip of Ullswater.

Journey time approx 120 minutes.

Fare £10.80 for adults and £5.40 for

children

Boots and BoatsCombine a cruise with some of the most

famous walks within the Lake District. There

is a selection of walks to suit all abilities,

detailed information is on our website.

Journey time one way from Glenridding or

Pooley Bridge to Howtown, 40 minutes.

Fare £5.00 for adults and £2.50 for

children.

One Happy FamilySpecial rate for groups visting both

attractions includes a one way cruise on

Ullswater and return trip on our sister

attraction the Ravenglass & Eskdale

Railway. These tours do not have to to be

taken on the same day. Price on application

In Wordsworth’s footstepsSpecial rate for groups visting both

attractions includes a one way cruise on

Ullswater and visit to Dove Cottage, William

Wordworth’s Grasmere home. Price on

application.

From time-to-time we organise familiarisation trips

for tour operators and journalists. Please contact us

for more details.

Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam RailwayDove Cottage

Take a cruise and add a little extra . . . Combine a cruise with a cream tea

in a medieval tea room at Dalemain

Traditional Cumbrian brunch in a

Lakeland 17th century inn

A Taste of the Lake District,

visit Village Bakery Melmerby

and the Rheged Centre

Eden Explorer, visit Dalemain Historic

House & Gardens, Eden Ostrich World,

Aira Force and the Alpaca Centre

Gardens of Eden, visit Acorn Bank,

Hutton in the Forest with a little retail

therapy in the pretty lakeland village of

Pooley Bridge

Educational PackagesJoin us for a cruise, a walk and we

guarantee a great educational day

out. We have a selection of key stage

material for levels 1-3 and above,

available to download on our website

(linked to the national curriculum).

Educational rates to suit your budget

with landscape, heritage trails,

conservation topics, geology and

topographic features enhancing your

learning programmes.

Group rates and terms apply. One

Teacher travels FREE with every 10

paying pupils.

Places to VisitThe spectacular Ullswater Valley, where the

foothills of Helvellyn rise from the lakeshore

and the legend of King Arthur remains

untold.

Ullswater, often compared to the likes of

Lake Lucerne and referred to as England’s

most beautiful lake is simply the perfect

AIRA FORCE

A mountain stream of considerable

volume, comes tumbling down the Aira

Glen in a series of exquisitely beautiful

cascades before it tumbles some 70ft into

the chasm beneath.

QUINTESSENTIAL VILLAGES

Askham, one of Cumbria’s

prettiest villages, a walk back

over Askham Fell aff ords

spectacular views of Ullswater

and Helvellyn, on clear days

you can see the Scottish

Borders and the Yorkshire

Dales.

destination, for sublime natural beauty

with some of the most spectacular

and dramatic scenery to be found in

England.

For more detailed information on our

history and the local area visit our

website www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

EXPLORE MARTINDALE AND FUSEDALE

One of Lakeland’s least visited yet most

stunning valleys. Martindale is a real

hidden gem and home to one of the

oldest Red Deer herds in England.

VISIT THE CHURCHES

The thirteenth century

church of St Martin’s. A place

described by Wordsworth as

“the chapel, with its bare ring

of mossy wall” and “single

yew tree”. The Yew Tree in

question is believed to be in

the region of 1,300 years old.

BRONZE AGE STONE CIRCLE

Moor Divock is rich in

antiquities dating to the Early

Bronze Age. The ‘Cockpit’

is the largest of several

monuments found on the

moor with a diameter of 25m.

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Getting HereFind us by Sat NavPooley Bridge CA10 2NN

Glenridding CA11 0US

Signed on the M6 Motorway and from Junction

40 to the attraction.

From the NorthJust 5 miles from the M6 (Junction 40),

follow the M6/A66/A592 to Pooley Bridge with

a coach drop-off point at Pooley Bridge Pier

From Keswick and the West CoastVia the A66/A5091 to Aira Force, turn right on

to the lake road; Glenridding is just 2 miles away

From the Central Lake DistrictOnly 12 miles from Windermere (A592) via the

spectacular Kirkstone Pass to Glenridding

Driving distances and times from...

Windermere: 13 miles – 30 minutes

Carlisle: 24 miles – 35 minutes

Kendal: 22 miles – 40 minutes

Scotch Corner: 48 miles – 1 hour 5 minutes

Metro Centre: 62 miles – 1 hour 35 minutes

Chester: 120 miles – 2 hours 15 minutes

Wheelchair access and Terms & Conditions – There will be no verbal variation of these terms1. Gangways are designed to fi t standard wheelchairs

(there is one wheelchair available for use in each Pier

House at Pooley Bridge and Glenridding please ask a

member of staff ).

2. Motorised chairs and mobility scooters are not

permitted on the Piers or Vessels for Health & Safety

reasons.

3. Due to the varying height of the lake we regret that

wheelchair access is not always possible.

4. We have fi ve vessels sailing on Ullswater with varying

levels of access. Due to the nature of our

business we cannot guarantee that a particular

vessel will be available, we advise you to contact us

if you have special requirements in advance to avoid

disappointment.

5. There is no access available on our smallest vessel

Lady Dorothy for those who require a wheelchair.

6. There is allocated free parking for Blue Badge Holders

at Glenridding Pier House. We regret that due to the

location of Pooley Bridge Pier House, parking outside

the building is not permitted however there is a drop off

and collection point outside the door.

7. We off er free travel for essential companions.

Terms & Conditions1. Please confi rm your group numbers,

seven days prior to visit.

2. Adult supervision for minors shall be provided by the

tour operator/group organiser.

3. Smoking is not allowed onboard the boat or on

the piers.

4. Passengers may only board and disembark via

the gangway.

5. The company may cancel or alter sailings in the event

of emergency, breakdown, strike, or bad weather, or for

any other reason outside its control, without being liable

for any loss or damage.

6. No alcohol may be taken onboard the vessel.

7. The tour operator/group organiser will be responsible

for any loss or damage to the vessel

or the company by any member of the party.

8. Tour Operators that wish to be invoiced after travel

must complete a credit application prior to fi rst visit.

For booking enquiries please contact us for

further information or return your booking form

direct to us

Glenridding Pier House

Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0US

Tel : 017684 82229

Email: enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Website: www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

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Ravenglass

Dalegarth

Ambleside

Windermere

Keswick

Ullswater

Pooley Bridge

Penrith

Kendal

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Broughton

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