LAKE

ULLSWATER ‘STEAMERS’

CRUISES
2019 – 2020
 TIMETABLE - OPEN ALL YEAR

ALL PIERS Glenridding (GR), Howtown (HT),

Pooley Bridge (PB) & Aira Force (AF)

1 Feb - 30 Mar 2019 | 27 Oct 2019 - 31 Jan 2020

GR(D) AF HT PB(A) PB(D) HT AF GR(A)
09.30 09.45 10.10 10.35 10.35 11.00 11.25 11.40
11.45 12.00 12.25 12.50 12.50 13.15 13.40 13.55
*14.30 *14.45 *15.10 – – *15.10 *15.35 *15.50
**14.30 **14.45 **15.10 **15.35 **15.35 **16.00 **16.25 **16.40
*1 Feb - 15 Feb 2019 and 27 Oct - 31 Jan 2020
**16 Feb - 30 Mar 2019

31 Mar - 12 Apr 2019 | 2 Sept - 26 Oct 2019

GR(D) AF HT PB(A) PB(D) HT AF GR(A)
– – – – 09.45 10.10 10.35 10.50
10.00 – 10.35 11.00 11.10 11.35 – 12.10
11.00 11.15 11.40 12.05 12.15 12.40 13.05 13.20
12.30 – 13.05 13.30 14.10 14.35 – 15.10
14.00 14.15 14.40 15.05 15.15 15.40 16.05 16.20
15.25 – 16.00 16.25 16.40 17.05 – 17.40
16.45 17.00 17.25 17.50 – – – –

13 Apr - 1 Sept 2019

GR(D) AF(A) HT PB(A) PB(D) HT AF(D) GR(A)
– – – – 09.45 10.10 10.35 10.55
09.45 – 10.20 10.45 10.55 11.20 – 11.55
10.00 10.20 – – – – 10.30 10.50
10.50 – 11.25 11.50 12.00 12.25 – 13.00
11.00 11.20 – – – – 11.30 11.50
11.20 – 11.55 12.20 12.30 12.55 – 13.30
12.00 12.20 – – – – 12.30 12.50
12.15 – 12.50 13.15 14.00 14.25 – 15.00
13.00 13.20 – – – – 13.30 13.50
13.40 – 14.15 14.40 14.50 15.15 – 15.50
14.10 – 14.45 15.10 15.20 15.45 – 16.20
14.30 14.50 – – – – 15.00 15.20
15.25 – 16.00 16.25 16.35 17.00 – 17.35
15.30 15.50 – – – – 16.00 16.20
16.00 – 16.35 17.00 17.05 17.30 – 18.05
16.30 16.50 – – – – 17.00 17.20
16.40 17.00 17.25 17.50 – – – –

Glenridding to Aira Force only

(A) Arrival (D) Departure

Closed 24th & 25th December only. Services run weather and operations permitting.

Fare donations on single journeys via Howtown help to fund

footpath and conservation projects in the Ullswater valley.
Your ticket helps!
GETTING HERE
J44
Silloth
Carlisle

A595
Maryport
Penrith
Cockermouth
Pooley J40 A66
A66
Bridge j
A5086
Keswick
Whitehaven Glenridding j Ullswater

Wastwater
A592
A595 Ambleside
! Windermere
! Hardknott A591
Pass
Muncaster Kendal
Broughton Oxenholme
A5902
A590 J36
A65
Grange To Carnforth
Barrow over /Lancaster
Sands

BY CAR BY TRAIN
To Glenridding TransPennine Express and/or Virgin
SAT NAV CA11 0US Trains run direct train services to
Penrith from London Euston and
From Keswick take the A66 then other major UK stations.
the A5091 to Aira Force and turn
right onto the Lake Road, Glenridding BY BUS
is two miles away. From the Links all year between Penrith,
south only eight miles from Pooley Bridge and Glenridding.
Ambleside via Kirkstone Pass to Seasonal connections from Keswick
Glenridding or twelve miles from and Windermere. Open top bus
Bowness/Windermere. Electric car Summer service on selected routes.
charge points at Glenridding Pier. Save money with a Stagecoach Bus
and Boat ticket on the 108/508
To Pooley Bridge services. Purchase on the bus.
SAT NAV CA10 2NN
BICYCLES
Only five miles from Junction 40
Bicycles are permitted
on the M6. Take the A66 then
onboard (excluding the
the A592. The Pier has a drop-off
extra Aira Force shuttle Dog ly
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point outside the main entrance.
sailings) at a small charge Frien
Parking in the village is less than
of £1.50. Limited numbers
a five minute walk away.
accepted per sailing. Bike racks
located at both main Pier Houses.

017684 82229
[email protected]

ullswater-steamers.co.uk
part of
GREAT DAYS OUT,
ALL YEAR ROUND!
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is an award-winning, environmentally accredited
attraction in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District National
Park. We have been operating cruises for 160 years on England’s most
beautiful lake, Ullswater, with one of the largest heritage vessel fleets in
the World. Our visitors experience breathtaking mountainous
landscapes whilst taking in the tranquillity of the valley onboard our
boats. This truly is a day out that will never be forgotten.

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This year we celebrate the 130th birthday of our boat, M.Y. Raven.
Still cruising up and down our eight mile long lake, M.Y. Raven is just
one of five heritage vessels that we operate 363 days of the year.
Ullswater has inspired many famous poets, artists and walkers including
William Wordsworth, John Ruskin and Alfred Wainwright. To this day
the daffodils that inspired Wordsworth’s famous poem of the same
name can be spotted in Spring on the shores of Glencoyne Bay.
Walk in the footsteps of these famous people as you explore the
Ullswater Way; a 20 mile footpath connecting all four of our piers,
giving you the option to hop on and off our cruises.

PRIVATE CHARTERS
Are you looking to celebrate a wedding, birthday, anniversary or other
special occasion? If so, we have the perfect solution. Four of our
heritage vessels are available for private charter throughout the year.
Contact us for further information and to arrange a show around.
AWARD WINNING FACILITIES
at Glenridding, Pooley Bridge & Aira Force Piers

FREE Wi-Fi
at Glenridding and Pooley Bridge Pier Houses.

Onboard facilities include indoor and outdoor seating,

j licensed bars, light refreshments and toilets.

ACCESSIBILITY
m Due to the historical nature of our vessels, wheelchair access
is not always possible. Please view our full access statement
online or call us. Please note, extra Aira Force shuttle sailings
are not wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilet facilities at
the Pier Houses and onboard M.V. Lady Wakefield.

Gifts and souvenirs available in the Pier Houses.

Picnic areas and indoor seating at Glenridding

l and Pooley Bridge Piers.

Light refreshments and souvenir gift shops at Glenridding

and Pooley Bridge Piers. National Trust tearoom and gift
shop at Aira Force.
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Children’s natural play area and nature trail at Aira Force.

USB charging stations at the Pier Houses.

FREE electric car charging at Glenridding Pier House.

Download the FREE commentary and walking app.

Available in English, Chinese and Japanese.
 FAMOUS POETS & LEGENDS NATIONAL TRUST AIRA FORCE

William Wordsworth was inspired to Our latest pier connects the National Trust
write his most famous poem “The Daffodils” waterfall at Aira Force and the Ullswater Way
after a lakeshore walk at Glencoyne in 1802. paths to both Glenridding and Pooley Bridge.
The daffodils he wrote about still flower Discover the legend of Sir Eglamore, a Knight
here in the Spring. Ullswater is also linked of high renown as you admire the dramatic
to Arthurian legends; monsters were falls from ornate stone bridges. Red Squirrel
believed to live beneath it’s dark waters. trails and outdoor natural play area too!
Ullswater is 205ft (62m) deep. Connect to Aira Force from all of our piers.

P Parking Coffee Shop / Toilet Pubs & Inns U

Bus Stop Playground Electric Bike Charging Point U
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Information Centre Qn History and Heritage Electric Car Charging Point
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Gift Shop = Wood MAP - for illustrative purposes only.
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N Keswick 14 miles

W Gowbarrow Fell
481 metres
Dockray
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A5091 5 High Force Trail
1.49 miles/2.3km

5 The Waterfall Trail

1 mile/1.5km
5 Aira Force Walk
to/from Glenridding
3 miles/4.5km

= Glencoyne Park A P Q Lyulph’s Tower

b Aira
Force Pier
Helvellyn
P
950 metres
Q Glencoyne

Glenridding Dodd
Q Greenside Mine 442 metres
Sandwick

Glenridding
5 Howtown – Glenridding Walk
5 Hallin Fell Circular Walk
7 miles/11km
5 Lanty’s Tarn Circular Walk 3 miles/5km
2 miles/3km

A Sleet Fell
378 metres

Donald Campbell
Memorial Stone
Martin
b Glenridding Pier House

i P
Ambleside/ Place Fell
Bowness-on-Windermere 657 metres

Visit our website for more grea

8-12 miles

EVENTS
2019
Marmalade Dawn Photography Teddies
30th March
Madness Cruise
16th & 17th 21st March & 22nd April
March 7th NovemberF Tonnes of Eas

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Birkett Victorian 160 Evening Flotilla Kids Fre
16th July Join in our 160th Anniversary Every Fr
Trophy Cruise Anniversary Weekend
7th JulyF 13th & 14th July celebrations with a special Gin Cruise and 26th July
Fish and Chip Supper

Photography by Christopher Dean, Jeff Ashton (cover and header of internal spread), Peter Williams and Margaret Utting. Design by 42creative.co.uk Printed by hhreedsprinters.co.uk

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 ULLSWATER WAY WALKS OUR WILDLIFE

The Ullswater Way is a 20 mile footpath around the Ullswater is home to some of the UK’s most
valley, split into four main sections that connect to all beautiful and rarest wildlife. Look out for
of our piers. Follow the daffodil waymarkers past Red Squirrels in the woods, Peregrine Falcons
points of historical interest and wonder at the in the sky, Red Deer high on the fell tops and
breathtaking views. Plus, explore the NEW Dalemain Red Breasted Mergansers on the water.
Loop and take a walk to Dalemain Mansion and
Gardens from Pooley Bridge.Take a cruise and start
your Ullswater Way adventure today!
Dalemain
Dacre

Ullswater Way
Ullswater Way
Dalemain Loop
Dalemain House
Walk
Just ten minutes M6, J40
Caravan and Penrith Rail Station
Park

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5 Pooley Bridge – Aira ForceWalk
b Pooley Bridge Pier House
4.7 miles/7.6km
5 Dunmallard Hill Walk
1 mile/1.5km

Pooley Bridge
i P A
Watermillock
Askham
3 miles

A592 5 Howtown – Pooley Bridge Walk

6 miles/9km

n The Cockpit – Stone Circle

= Barton Park Wood

Kailpot Crag = Auterstone Wood

& Birkett Plaque
Barton Fell

Hallin Fell Arthur’s Pike

388 metres 532 metres

b Howtown Pier
Get The App
ndale FREE WALKING AND
Q St Martin’s Church COMMENTARY GUIDE
Multi language commentary app.
Visit our website for details.

at events in 2019
F Bookevent tickets in advance online at
ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Go Free+ Gin Cruises with Cumbrian Fish Supper

h- Every Wednesday from
the Lakes Distillery
3 May, 7 June, 16 July,
rd th th
19th June - 4th SeptemberF
ster Fun! 9th August, 6th SeptemberF (note 17th July event will be held on the 16th instead)

ee Fridays+ Pesky Pirates Ghostly Galleon Santa & Christmas

riday from
Magic
- 30th August 22 nd
AugustF 26 October
th F
15th DecemberF

uk + One free Child per full paying Adult with a Cruise All Piers Pass

or follow us @UllswaterSteam @ullswatersteamers ullswatersteam

PLAN YOUR VISIT
The Cruise All Piers Pass offers great value;
hop on/off all day, valid for 24 hours from first
point of entry, a free lake guide and 50% off
at sister attraction Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. SAVE
Book on
Other offers include Early Bird 10% off and and you line
wil
four adult concessions. Look online for full details. at least £2 SAVE
.00*
FREE travel for children under 5
Child (5-15) Family (2+2)

Cruise All Piers Pass Minimum journey 140

minutes but you can hop on/off all day. Reduced winter rates.
(Colours refer to timetable) Red Lilac Green
ADULT gate price £16.50 £16.50 £13.50
CHILD gate price £9.90 £9.90 £8.10
FAMILY gate price £47.80 £47.80 £39.00
4 ADULT gate price £57.80 £57.80 £47.30

Walkers’ Tickets Glenridding to

Pooley Bridge
Glenridding OR Pooley (or vice versa)
Bridge to Howtown
Journey time approx 65 minutes
Single journey approx 35 minutes
Adult Child Family Adult Child
Single £7.30 £4.40 - Single £10.20 £6.10
Return £11.65 £7.00 £32.90
Glenridding OR Ullswater Way Pass
Howtown to Aira Force Valid for 5 days from first entry
Single journey approx 20 minutes Adult Child
Adult Child £43.00 £25.80
Single £6.40 £3.90
Return £9.80 £5.90
This ticket helps support National
§ Paws for a drink at the
main Pier Houses. Dogs
are welcome onboard
Trust conservation projects. for just £1.
Pooley Bridge to
Aira Force
Single journey approx 45 minutes
Dogdly
F ie n
r
Adult Child
Single £8.80 £5.30

This ticket helps support National

Trust conservation projects.

Head online to purchase Bicycles are permitted

gift vouchers, joint tickets onboard (excluding the
with other attractions, extra Aira Force shuttle
such as Dalemain Mansion sailings) at a small charge
and Gardens, and our of £1.50. Limited number
Cruise and Prosecco per sailing. Bike racks at
gift experience. both main Pier Houses.
*Book your Cruise All Piers Pass online in advance and you will save £2.00 per ticket