Special Events
BOOKINGS FOR EVENTS 2009 CAN NOW BE TAKEN - PRICES AND DATES CONFIRMED BELOW
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Ceilidh Evening Cruise - Departs Glenridding - 7pm - 9pm - 7th August
Come and dance the night away with the Eden Ceilidh Band, proceeds to Children in Need. There will be a Scottish theme buffet courtesy of our neighbours Inn on the Lake and we will hold an auction on the night with great prizes to bid for such as Horse Riding from Rooking House, Fox Walking form Wetheriggs, A Scottish Hamper from Smiths Hotels and many more. Keep an eye on our event pages for updates.
Save our Squirrels - An all day adventure at Glenridding starting at 10am £8 adults and £4 children includes cruise and entrance to marquees.
Help us to help them and join us one of our three commentary cruises departing Glenridding at 10am/1pm and 4pm. There will also be activity marquees at Jenkins field with a variety of activities and informative films, a full day for all ages with proceeds to the Save our Squirrels Charity. Ticket price is for cruise and marquee activity
Cumbrian Fayre Food Cruises – Departures from Pooley Bridge and Glenridding
7pm to 9pm
Cost £25
Includes Cumbrian Fayre Buffet, a complimentary glass of Cava and entertainment onboard a two hour evening cruise of Ullswater.
Departures from Pooley Bridge inc Cumbrian Buffet from The Crown and Stu-Di-Doo Magician for discreet magic amongst guests – Dates 15th July and 12th August
Departures from Glenridding inc Cumbrian Buffet from the Brunswick Deli and music from Peter Lashley – a local singer songwriter (guitar) – Dates 1st July, 29th July and 26th August.
Evening Cruise with a Ranger
23rd June, 7th July, 21st July, 4th August & 18th August
6.45pm to 8.15pm from Glenridding Pier
Cost - Adults £10, Children £5
A relaxing summer evening cruise with commentary by, and discussion with, National Park Voluntary Rangers. No need to book - just turn up on the night!
The Return of the Ghostly Galleon
31st October & 1st November, 13.30 pm – 15.30 pm
£15 also Family ticket available £50 see below
Cost £15 includes Spooky Sweets Goody Bag for our young spooks with a glass of mulled wine and piece of gingerbread for the parents. Departs Glenridding Pier House. NEW for 2009 Family Ticket 2 AD/2 CH or 1 AD/3CH £50
Welcome to the Ghostly Galleon sail with us at your peril. Which team will you be in Spidery Witch, Grim Reaper, Vampires or part of the Slimy Stinking Sea Dog Crew and who will find the Vampires coffin on Treasure Island.Lots of games and prizes to be won with prizes for the best fancy-dress.
Other Games to be played Smack the Rat/Pin the Stake on the Skeleton and the Ghastly tales of Chris Sluman with sound effects from other team members TBA
The Spirit of Christmas – A Christmas Cruise with Ullswater ‘Steamers’ in association with Dalemain Historic House & Gardens
9th & 10th December, Pooley Bridge at 11am
£20 inc Cruise & Lunch
Make this Christmas truly magical, with the return of a Ullswater ‘Steamers’ and Dalemain festive cruise. Our winter wonderland package combines a relaxing cruise on one of our ‘Steamers’ followed by a delicious Christmas lunch at Dalemain House, served in the medieval hall. Vegetarian option is available.
Santa and his Happy Elf return in ‘The Cruise II’
19th & 20th December, 11.30 am - 13.00 pm
£15
Includes Christmas present from Santa RRP £10 and glass of mulled wine and mince pie for the parents as well as a Christmas card containing a future free voyage with us in 2010. Departs Glenridding Pier House. NO Family Ticket for this event.
By popular request Santa will make his annual guest appearances with The Happy Elf. Santa stars in ‘The Cruise II’ for our Santa Special 2009. There will be a colouring competition onboard for the children with prizes to be won, a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie for the parents.