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: [email protected]
Website: www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk
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