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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride
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Ten Lakes Tour - Full Day - Up to 4 People
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Lake District Day Trip by Train with Lake Windermere Cruise & Cream Tea
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Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside
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Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool
What to do in Windermere
Popular places to visit
World of Beatrix Potter
Bring your childhood dreams to life at the complex devoted to the children’s books and other works at this local wonderland.
Bowness Pier
Find out about the history of Bowness-on-Windermere when you spend time at Bowness Pier. Visit the area's spas or amble around its lakeside.
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
Traverse the largest lake in England and relish the relaxed atmosphere at this base equipped with rental equipment and activities for the family.
Orrest Head
Find out about the history of Windermere when you spend time at Orrest Head. Wander the lakeside and picturesque gardens in the area.
Windermere Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Windermere at Windermere Golf Club. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.
Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House during your trip to Windermere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories during your trip to Windermere. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Holehird Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Holehird Gardens, a lovely green space in Windermere. Wander through the lakeside and picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.
Old Laundry Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Old Laundry Theatre on your trip to Bowness-on-Windermere. Visit the area's spas or amble around its lakeside.
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