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 Angel Inn
An easy amble from the shores of England’s largest lake Windermere, this classic inn has sweeping views above the jolly bustle of the village below.
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This newly refurbished, traditional inn is ideal for exploring Windermere and the southern Lakes.
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Across Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, the Lake District, County Durham, North Yorkshire, Lancashire and North Wales.
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