Our wide range of offerings and experiences for groups of 10 people or more provide stimulating and memorable days out in the English Lake District. Please note group rates apply to organised tour groups for advanced bookings from tour operators, official organisations and community groups only.
Single One Hour Cruise on Ullswater
Ideal for groups travelling from north to south (or vice versa). This Ullswater ‘Steamers’ cruise is approximately one hour and travels the full seven mile length of Ullswater on our scheduled services.
Tour Information
- For group tour operators only
- Tour guides travel for free
Return Cruise on Ullswater
This return Ullswater ‘Steamers’ cruise is perfect for those groups who have a bit more time in their day and want to take this tour at a more leisurely pace. We recommend approximately 2 1/2 hours for this tour option.
Tour Information
- For group tour operators only
- Tour guides travel for free
Boots and Boats
The boots and boats walking tour at Ullswater ‘Steamers’ combines walking and nature routes around the Ullswater Way with a cruise, to create something a little bit different for walking groups and Fully Independent Travellers (FIT) in the Lake District.
A single journey to Howtown takes approximately 40 minutes.
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Ullswater ‘Steamers’ Joint Attraction Tours
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ has joined up with some of the main tourist attractions in the Lake District National Park to offer you a variety of adventure filled joint tours. Some of our joint tours can be redeemed on separate days, please enquire with us prior to booking.
First Class Cruise and Steam Tour
A combined first-class Ullswater ‘Steamers’ tour including a one hour cruise on Ullswater and return 1st class carriage journey from Ravenglass station on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway.
Tour Information
- One hour, one way seven mile cruise on Ullswater
- Return train journey on the 1st class carriage pulled by a heritage steam engine from Ravenglass to the foot of England’s highest mountains
- Tours do not have to be taken on the same day
- Tours can be booked at either attraction
One Happy Family
Fancy combining an Ullswater cruise with a Ravenglass railway tour? We’ve created a joint ticket with our sister attraction Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway.
Tour Information
- One hour, one way seven mile cruise on Ullswater
- Return trip from Ravenglass railway station
- Tours do not have to be taken on the same day
- Tours can be booked at either attraction
Cruise and Dalemain Mansion & Gardens Tour
Our ever-popular joint tour with Dalemain Mansion & Gardens is back.
Tour Information
- One hour, one way seven mile cruise on Ullswater
- Guided tour of Dalemain Mansion and free flow access into the gardens
- Tours can be booked at either attraction
Cruise and Lakes Distillery Tour
Enjoy a lake cruise combined with a tour of the stunning Lakes Distillery.
Tour Information
- One hour, one way seven mile cruise on Ullswater
- Guided tour of The Lakes Distillery with a tasting at the end.
- Tours can be booked at either attraction
Inspired by famous poets – One Hour Cruise & Wordsworth Dove Cottage
Enjoy a one hour lake cruise combined with a tour of famous poet William Wordsworth home Dove Cottage in Grasmere . The tour includes a one-hour, one way seven-mile cruise on Ullswater entry to Dove Cottage and gardens. Drive time 35 minutes from Glenridding Pier. Minimum of 10 passengers. £23.00 per person
Tour Information:
- Tour operators only
- Includes a one hour cruise on scheduled services, plus one ticket to the second attraction of your choice
- Lunch options available at Dove Cottage
- Book directly with the chosen attraction
- Please note there is a £10 charge to park a coach at Wordsworth Trust
Lowther Castle & Cruise
This tour includes a one-way cruise on Ullswater combined with a visit to historic Lowther Castle and Gardens.
Tour Information
- One hour, one way seven mile cruise on Ullswater
- Entry to Lowther Castle and Gardens
- Tours can be booked at either attraction
Food and Drink options
Add a little extra to your group visit with some of our pre-booked food and drink options. Subject to availability. Must be pre-ordered a minimum of seven days in advance of travel.
Cream Tea Picnic Boxes
Glass of Prosecco
Tea or Coffee with Traybake
Tea of Coffee
