Windermere
Explore the largest natural lake in England.
Windermere lake, at 10.5 miles long, one mile wide and 220 feet deep, is the largest natural lake in England and is fed by numerous rivers.
There’s an endless choice of water-based activities on the lake. Explore its waters by boat, paddle or try water skiing and windsurfing. Go wild swimming in the pristine waters or join in the UK’s biggest open water swimming event, the Great North Swim.
Experience the serenity of the lakes with a boat cruise. Windermere Lake Cruises has modern and traditional launches and ‘steamers’ sallying to and forth the full length of Windermere, calling at Waterhead, Bowness and Lakeside.
Our Nearby Inns
The Ambleside Inn
This newly refurbished, traditional inn is ideal for exploring Windermere and the southern Lakes.
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Set in the heart of the Lake District, this inn is in the perfect place to explore one of the UK's most scenic spots.
find out moreThe Coniston Inn
Set on the shore of the beautiful Coniston Water, this traditional Lakeland inn offers sensational lake and fell views.
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Across Northumberland, the Lake District, County Durham and North Yorkshire.
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