Terms and conditions for ticket purchases for Ullswater ‘Steamers’

Terms and conditions for ticket purchase for Ullswater ‘Steamers’ updated May 2023

 All persons undertaking an Ullswater ‘Steamers’ lake cruise and at all times whilst on our premises are subject to the following terms and conditions:

  • Our enquiry and booking service (the “Booking Service”) is offered as a service to you, the customer, by us, Lake District Estates Co Ltd T/A Ullswater ‘Steamers’ (also referred to as “we”, and “our” or Ullswater ‘Steamers’), via our website at www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk (the “Website”).
  • These Terms and Conditions set out the terms of our contract with you in relation to the supply of any ticket that you purchase using the Booking Service. If you do not agree with these terms, you must not use the Booking Service.
  • The Full Round the Lake Return/One Way Cruises and Aira Force Shuttle cruises are separate services. We advise customers to pre purchase tickets as we cannot guarantee tickets for your preferred time of sailing will be available to purchase on the day.
  • Please note there is no allocated seating onboard the boats.
  • Passengers are advised to wear clothing which is appropriate for the weather. Please visit our website for details about facilities onboard each boat.
  • Pre booked tickets are date and time specific for all outbound cruise journeys but for return journeys you do not need to book a specific time. Please ensure you arrive at least 20 minutes before the time displayed on your ticket. We cannot guarantee travel if you miss your journey, and you will be required to purchase a new ticket.
  • Date and timed tickets are non-transferrable and non-refundable unless cruises are not operating.  Please note there is a 10% admin charge which may be applied to amend bookings within 48 hours of your sailing. For cancellations a 10% admin fee will apply. Please ensure you check the ticket details in full before you make the purchase.
  • You confirm that you are at least 18 years old and have authority to use the payment method or billing account details you provide for the purpose of settling any payments due for any purchase made through the Booking Service, or that you owe to us. You also promise that all information supplied by you in using the Booking Service is accurate and that you will not make any speculative, false, or fraudulent reservation.
  • It is your responsibility to inform us of any change of address, contact phone number or email address. Please note that our preferred method of contacting you is by email, and it is your responsibility to provide a valid email address.
  • If you elect to purchase a ticket or tickets from the website, you need to arrive in good time for boarding at least 10 minutes before departure. Passengers will be guided on arrival to the departure point.  
  • Please ensure that you have your tickets downloaded onto your phone or printed off so the crew can visually check or scan your tickets before boarding. Please observe site signage on arrival and check-in with your downloaded pre-paid tickets at the main pier houses.
  • If you elect to have the ticket QR code sent to your phone by SMS text message, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have provided us with the correct telephone number and that your phone is charged, functional and that you are able to display the QR code if required to do so. Please download tickets on your phone as wi-fi signal can be intermittent.
  • Scheduled Services - Any ticket(s) purchased for timetabled services as described on the website at www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/timetablefares.shtml must be redeemed on the date and at the time shown. Tickets purchased are non-refundable except when services are cancelled by Ullswater ‘Steamers’ because of bad weather, mechanical breakdown, or any other unforeseen operational problem.
  • Gift Vouchers – Please call us on 017684 82229 to pre book your voucher experience as stated on the voucher, we will need your voucher number, validity from date and the expiry date on the voucher. Gift vouchers that have a monetary value can be pre booked for the cruise but can only be redeemed in person at Glenridding or Pooley Bridge pier houses for any retail or catering items. No change can be given.
  • Tickets purchased through third party sellers – please visit our website for further updates. We will reintroduce some key integrated ticketing partners in 2023.
  • Bus & Boat Tickets – Bus & Boat tickets are now available to purchase onboard Stagecoach buses. We do not sell these tickets directly. Please present your bus and boat ticket at the pier houses and we will exchange for your cruise ticket on the next available sailing.
  • Special Events Special Event tickets whether purchased through our booking service or via a third party can only be used on the day and time stated on the ticket. Special Event tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable except when the event cannot take place. Special Event ticket holders are not permitted to resell or transfer tickets to other named persons. All tickets purchased related to Special Event are described on the website at https://www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/events can only be redeemed for that event on the date and time shown on the ticket(s). Tickets purchased are non-refundable except when services are cancelled by Ullswater ‘Steamers’ because of bad weather, mechanical breakdown, or any other unforeseen operational problem.
  • Dogs - Dogs are permitted on all timetabled services subject to a charge of £1.00. Dogs must always be kept on a short lead and under close control. Dogs are not permitted on any special event cruises unless specified.
  • Bikes & Paddleboards – Bikes/Paddleboards are permitted on board at a charge of £3 & £4, respectively. These tickets cannot be pre-booked as we cannot guarantee space on the boats due to restricted capacity. Carriage of these items is at the skippers’ discretion. Paddleboards must be deflated before boarding. Bike racks are available at Pooley Bridge and Glenridding pier houses.
  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Please check your order carefully before finalising any transaction on our booking service.
  • Group bookings (tour operators only) are subject to a minimum of 10 persons. Please contact the office for further information.
  • We will use our reasonable endeavours to ensure that all services operate as planned. However, we reserve the right, where appropriate, whether for safety reasons or otherwise, and with or without prior notice, to substitute any vessel for any other vessel, or to cancel any service.
  • We shall not be liable to any passenger for any loss or damage which arises out of or in connection with, or because of, the operation or cancellation of any service provided, including but not limited to damage to or loss of property or items belonging to the passenger, and any personal injury to any passenger.
  • We only supply the services for domestic and private use. You agree not to use the services for any commercial or business purpose, and we have no liability to you for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or loss of business opportunity.
  • Passengers must always keep personal belongings with them. We accept no responsibility for the theft of any property or personal item whilst on our premises.
  • Clauses 22,23, 24 & 25 do not exclude or limit in any way our liability for: death or personal injury cause by our negligence; or fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or any breach of the obligations implied by section 12 of the Sale of Good Act 1979 or section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982; or losses for which it is prohibited by section 7 of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 to limit liability.
  • Unnecessary noise (such as that from the use of radio sets, personal stereos, including MP3 players and any other electrical equipment), or any behaviour likely to cause annoyance to other passengers, is not permitted on any part of any vessel or pier.
  • Passengers are asked to keep a respectful distance from other passengers who are not part of their group.
  • Children under the age of 16 must always be accompanied by an adult and under 5’s must always remain close to their parent or guardian.
  • Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is strictly prohibited on board vessels and on the piers.
  • Passengers may only embark and disembark via the designated gangways, in an orderly manner when invited to do so by the crew on board.
  • We reserve the right, without refund and, in our absolute discretion, to refuse entry onto or remove from any vessel or gangway any person who, in our opinion:
    • is likely to affect the safety or enjoyment of other passengers by their conduct; or
    • has used threatening, abusive, or insulting words or behaviour or in any way provokes or behaves in a manner which may provoke a breach of the peace; or
    • is likely to endanger themselves, the vessel, the staff, or any other passenger.
  • All passengers must comply with all relevant statutes, safety announcements, instructions given by our staff and the regulations in force at the time whilst undertaking the cruise.
  • Breach of any of these terms and conditions or any unacceptable behaviour likely to cause damage, nuisance or injury shall cause us to refuse to carry you as a passenger and may result in your removal from the vessel at the next available opportunity. 
  • We will only use the personal information you provide to us to provide the service or to inform you about similar services which we provide unless you tell us you do not want to receive this information.
  • These terms and conditions are governed by and shall be construed in accordance with English law, and any claim brought under these conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of English law.
  • Third-party services - When you book a ticket and your preferred product or service is available, the contract for third-party services (for example, travel company or hotel bookings) will be between the relevant supplier and you. We are not party to any such contractual relationship, and you should read the terms and conditions applicable to such third-party services carefully.
  • If adverse weather is expected to affect the sailing schedule part way through the day, we reserve the right to cancel the sailing day in its entirety. We recommend your travel on the boat is the first part of your journey. We will issue a refund for journeys not taken. 
  • These terms and conditions are governed by and shall be construed in accordance with English law, and any claim brought under these conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of English law.

40. Drone flying

We do not grant permission for private flying from our piers and boats for the following reasons:

  • Our visitors value the peace and tranquillity of Ullswater. The presence of drones can impinge on the quiet enjoyment of the cruises by other visitors and therefore potentially presents a public nuisance risk.  
  • Wildlife and agricultural animals are sensitive to disturbance, such as birds and deer herds, which could be alarmed or stressed by the presence of drones, especially at breeding times.  
  • The valley is classified as a CAA low flying zone for RAF training aircraft.
  • Most drones have cameras attached the use which contravene privacy and rules state that drones must not be flown be within 150 metres of any congested area.
  • If a drone causes damage or harm, pilots who are members of the public rarely have the correct insurances, or level of insurances, to adequately compensate those affected.   

 Wi-Fi Mobile location code of conduct

We use Location Based Services (LBS) to understand traffic patterns in venues. The location data we capture helps us to understand venues, such as how long customers stand in line and how they generally move around an area, enhancing operational efficiency and improving user experience.

If you would like to find out more about the data we collect through Mobile Location Analytics MLA, take a look at our solution providers location analytics policy, alternatively, you can opt out of location analytics.

 

Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is part of Lake District Estates® group of businesses. Ullswater 'Steamers', The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria CA11 0US Email: enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk Tel: 017684 82229