Top Things to do in Windermere
Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Windermere, England
This popular resort town is located just a mile from Windermere Lake, the largest lake in Europe and alleged home of more than one peculiar sea creature. If we've scared you out of skiing, boating and fishing in Windermere Lake, there's always horseback riding and golf. Or you can explore the lake from the safety of a ferryboat, which regularly takes passengers from Hawkshead to Bownes.
Restaurants in Windermere
1. Orrest Head
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,652 reviews
Reviewed By catherineaW5938DI - Manchester, United Kingdom
Absolutely love this walk! It's a must for people who aren't as athletic and still want to experience the beauty and the views of the lakes, it's just a short walk from windermere and only takes you about 30 minutes to get the top! Which didn't take me long! absolutely breath taking views and a lovely pub just a short walk from it ????
2. Mountain Goat Tours
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5.0 based on 1,767 reviews
With over 40 years experience of the Lake District, the Mountain Goat is nationally and internationally recognised by many coach and tour operators as their first and foremost Lake District tour specialist. From Holidays and Short Breaks to half-day and full-day guided mini-coach tours; this is the ideal way to explore the spectacular scenery of the Lake District and beyond.
3. Lake District Adventuring
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5.0 based on 327 reviews
Adventuring provides outdoor activities such as rock climbing and the ever popular ghyll scrambling ! as well as high level international expeditions to Morocco and Nepal . Throughout the Lake District we run Mountain skill courses helping people to learn the skills to go out in to the mountains and explore the beautiful UK country side. Also during the summer we help to provide support, planning and logistics for national charity challenge events such as the National 3 peaks, Helping people to raise awareness and much needed funds for there chosen charity .
4. Windermere Jetty, Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
Stories of boats and steam Museum reopening 28 May Café open daily 10am-5pm Heritage boat trips Part of Lakeland Arts
Reviewed By 963avh - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Our second visit. Really interesting exhibits and stunning building in a stunning setting. Excellent cafe with amazing views. Easily catered for my Gluten Free diet. Money off voucher to visit Blackwell with receipt.
5. Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre
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4.5 based on 124 reviews
Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre, with its extensive range of equipment and an inspiring setting against a backdrop of the Lakeland fells is a great location for getting out on the water. We offer a wide variety of watersports instruction and boat hire suitable for all ages and abilities.
6. Lake Windermere
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4.5 based on 4,037 reviews
More than ten miles in length, Windermere is England's largest lake that offers a wide variety of summer recreation including cruises, fishing, boating, sailing and scuba diving.
Reviewed By Sagewindermere - Windermere, United Kingdom
We love this amazing lake, the swans are beautiful to watch, we took a boat trip on the lake, the views were absolutely breathtaking, learning about the history of the lake and surroundings is a big plus, outstanding beauty at it's best, would definitely recommend a boat trip.
7. Rydal Water
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4.5 based on 499 reviews
Reviewed By LydiaCarlisle - Carlisle, United Kingdom
A great path that can allow you to include Grasmere water as a circular route about 3 miles. Extending the walk can include Loughrigg terrace, Rydal caves and many other walking routes. Certainly not to be missed. Great place for children to enjoy stone skimming and walking along the small pebbley beach Don't forget if heading towards Ambleside or coming from look out for the Rydal Stepping stones which are great fun for ALL
8. Treetop Trek
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4.5 based on 546 reviews
Come and try our exciting 35 treetop challenges, designed to make you swing, climb, balance and fly through the ancient oak woodland canopy. You'll be connected securely to our unique continuous safety cable which enables all ages and abilities from 5yrs upwards to join in the fun. To top it all off you will be able to race friends and family down our three parallel 250 metre zip wires taking in spectacular views of the fells and Lake Windermere. Perfect for Friends, Families, Celebrations, Groups, Parties, School, Youth & Corporate Events... the outdoors has never been this much fun!
9. Lakeland Pony Trek
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By sasquat - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Had a lovely 1hr fell ride today on Miles. Beautiful scenery and instructor was lovely and friendly, chatty and made everyone feel at ease. Will def be back :)
10. Windermere Information
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Dr_Waugh - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Very helpful tourist information centre. We called in on the way to Orrest head and picked up some maps for ideas for walks.
