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Windermere & Bowness

Things to do in Windermere for couples

A few days away just for the two of you. Sounds heavenly, right? And we can’t think of anywhere better to spend it than in the Lake District.


Things to do in Windermere for families

Base yourself in the thick of things in Windermere or Bowness and you’ll find no shortage of things to get up to during your stay


Parking In Windermere – When and Where can I park? 

It’s beautiful here so everybody wants to come. Which means it gets busy, so parking is at a premium and it’s not cheap


Bowness & Windermere Nightlife – Going out on the town

If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain, then you couldn’t be in a better place – you can get both in abundance in the Lakes


Bowness and Windermere Shops

You’ll find a huge range of shops selling everything from unique local gifts to everyday essentials. Here’s a flavour of what you can expect


What’s on in Windermere & Bowness?

In Bowness & Windermere – indoors and out, rain or shine, on or off the water, you’ll never be short of something to do


Windermere Boat Trips & Hire

You can’t visit Windermere without taking to the water, it’s one the best ways to see all that spectacular scenery that surrounds the lake


11 of the best places to eat in Bowness and Windermere

There are so many cafes and restaurants that you could eat somewhere different every day. Sounds like our kind of holiday!


5 Unmissable Easy Windermere Walks

Grab the kids, grab the dog, grab your gran! Here are our picks for the best steps per smile walks from Windermere and Bowness


10 pubs to visit in Windermere & Bowness

Like stepping into the heart of Lake District community. These places aren't just about grabbing a drink; they're hubs of social connection


Indoor activities Windermere

When the weather isn’t behaving itself and you don’t feel like getting soaked to the skin, it’s time to explore the great indoors


The 6 Best Afternoon Teas in Windermere & Bowness

Is there anything more quintessentially English than afternoon tea? And is there anything better than afternoon tea in the Lake District?


 
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