Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Pooley Bridge Pier

4.67

4.7(55 reviews)

2 hours

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Overview

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Our company has been sailing on Ullswater since 1859 offering visitors an opportunity to experience this treasured landscape from a different perspective. Excellent facilities at the main pier houses. Toilets and licensed bars onboard, with seating outside on the upper decks and inside the lower deck saloons. Cruise through iconic mountain and countryside panoramas. Start at Pooley Bridge pier at 9:45 with a one-hour cruise to Glenridding pier. Get off at Glenridding and take the 5-minute walk to the village for some lunch or a stroll, there are a couple of pubs, hotels, and independent shops to pick up a souvenir before returning to the pier for your cruise back to Pooley Bridge, at 12:20 or 15:20.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Ullswater Lake

Enjoy a two hour cruise on England's most beautiful lake in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lake District National National Park. Iconic Lakeland scenery, cultural site, wildlife spotting.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Pooley Bridge pier departure

Duration: 1 hour: Total cruise time 2 hours, 1 hour each way with time to explore Glenridding village before return journey.

Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Pooley Bridge Pier

What‘s Included

Refreshments available onboard (charge applies)

Please ensure you arrive in good time for the return cruise, either 12:20 or 15:20.

Spend time at Glenridding and enjoy a walk and refreshment stop before the return cruise.

Toilet facilities onboard

Outdoor & indoor seating onboard

Cruise time in total is 2 hours (1 hour each way)

9:45 departure from Pooley Bridge pier.

Food & drink

Parking charges £12 - Please note parking is in Pooley Bridge. 15 minute walk to departure pier

Bike charge £3.00

Paddle board £4.00

Dog £1.50

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.67

55 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A really nice experience on a sunny afternoon.
k7vidya,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This lake cruise was part of our training with Quark Expeditions. We thoroughly enjoyed our time onboard, the weather was really good on the day. The tour lasts around 2hrs. The staff onboard were courteous and helpful. The small shop onboard had drinks and snacks for the guests.
Fantastic staff at Poole Bridge
traceyg855,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great day out helped out by knowledgeable and friendly staff. A lovely trip on a super vessel. Stunning scenery. Highly recommend this trip on this stunning lake
Lovely boat surface to other locations, but not cheap
lazeedaydream99,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyable and practical. We got rhe boat 6from Pooley Bridge to Howtown and return. It wasn't cheap but the crew were friendly and professional. The boat was nice inside. I didn't have a ticket to show on the way back because the battery on my phone had run out, but the man let us on when I explained.
Great trip on Ullswater Steamboat
146lynnm,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Was a great cruise and thankfully the weather was on our side. Such a lovely and different way to see the few around Ullswater
Great views ruined by uncomfortable boat.
sallyjf2017,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Too many people crammed on the boat. Wooden seats very uncomfortable. Coach trip given priority over all other guests. Unable to stay on boat at Pooley Bridge causing anxiety for all passengers not wanting to get of the boat and having to queue again hoping that we would get on the boat again. Shame that it is run so badly as the views were beautiful. Went on boats on all the major lakes and they were better run and more comfy.
Staff go beyond to make you enjoy the trip .Having decided to go on board with my friends and a dog, I can honestly say the expe
Pamela A,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From boarding to leaving, one member of staff went above what I would have expected on this 2 hrs trip on ullswater lake . He continually made sure every passenger was happy and talked about the area around ulswater with such enthusiasm and dedication it was a pleasure to hear. We were travelling with a dog, and midway through the trip, he arrived with a doggie bowl of water for our four-legged friend. How thoughtful was that and asked if we were all comfortable. The trip was beautiful seeing all the lake so close up and the beautiful back drops of the hills. Amazing. For me, this experience was worth a lot as I love the lakes, and im sure it won't be too long before im back and booking another visit to this attraction . We'll done to all the staff that work expremely hard to make this experience so wonderful. Thank you Pam A
Wonderful day out
rachelmJ124DJ,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful trip from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding and back. Gorgeous weather (after starting off slightly overcast) and even managed to snap a few pics of the fighter jet fly bys. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely do this again but stop for a bit in Glenridding next time
Ok, but not exactly comfortable
alaneI6980BJ,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
It’s ok but not exactly comfortable, people are packed in like sardines. Feels more like a ferry than a pleasant lake cruise experience.
Will be back
glenisruth,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
As ever, amazing. Pooley Bridge to Glenridding. Got off and had tea and scone at the wonderful Inn on the Lake. Took the ferry back to Pooley Bridge. Great morning.
Wonderful
Curious16266985293,Sep 3, 2025
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5.00
We LOVED our round-trip from Pooley Bridge this morning. Such a lovely way to see Ullswater and the beauty of the amazing scenery all around, however changeable the weather. The service is great. The crew couldn’t be more friendly or helpful. And the boats are gorgeous heritage craft, somehow just so fitting to the place.

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Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Pooley Bridge Pier

4.67

4.7(55 reviews)

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Show all 8 photos

Overview

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Ullswater Lake

Enjoy a two hour cruise on England's most beautiful lake in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lake District National National Park. Iconic Lakeland scenery, cultural site, wildlife spotting.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Pooley Bridge pier departure

Duration: 1 hour: Total cruise time 2 hours, 1 hour each way with time to explore Glenridding village before return journey.

Ullswater Lake District Return Cruise from Pooley Bridge Pier

What‘s Included

Refreshments available onboard (charge applies)

Please ensure you arrive in good time for the return cruise, either 12:20 or 15:20.

Spend time at Glenridding and enjoy a walk and refreshment stop before the return cruise.

Toilet facilities onboard

Outdoor & indoor seating onboard

Cruise time in total is 2 hours (1 hour each way)

9:45 departure from Pooley Bridge pier.

Food & drink

Parking charges £12 - Please note parking is in Pooley Bridge. 15 minute walk to departure pier

Bike charge £3.00

Paddle board £4.00

Dog £1.50

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.67

55 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A really nice experience on a sunny afternoon.
k7vidya,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This lake cruise was part of our training with Quark Expeditions. We thoroughly enjoyed our time onboard, the weather was really good on the day. The tour lasts around 2hrs. The staff onboard were courteous and helpful. The small shop onboard had drinks and snacks for the guests.
Fantastic staff at Poole Bridge
traceyg855,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great day out helped out by knowledgeable and friendly staff. A lovely trip on a super vessel. Stunning scenery. Highly recommend this trip on this stunning lake
Lovely boat surface to other locations, but not cheap
lazeedaydream99,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyable and practical. We got rhe boat 6from Pooley Bridge to Howtown and return. It wasn't cheap but the crew were friendly and professional. The boat was nice inside. I didn't have a ticket to show on the way back because the battery on my phone had run out, but the man let us on when I explained.
Great trip on Ullswater Steamboat
146lynnm,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Was a great cruise and thankfully the weather was on our side. Such a lovely and different way to see the few around Ullswater
Great views ruined by uncomfortable boat.
sallyjf2017,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Too many people crammed on the boat. Wooden seats very uncomfortable. Coach trip given priority over all other guests. Unable to stay on boat at Pooley Bridge causing anxiety for all passengers not wanting to get of the boat and having to queue again hoping that we would get on the boat again. Shame that it is run so badly as the views were beautiful. Went on boats on all the major lakes and they were better run and more comfy.
Staff go beyond to make you enjoy the trip .Having decided to go on board with my friends and a dog, I can honestly say the expe
Pamela A,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From boarding to leaving, one member of staff went above what I would have expected on this 2 hrs trip on ullswater lake . He continually made sure every passenger was happy and talked about the area around ulswater with such enthusiasm and dedication it was a pleasure to hear. We were travelling with a dog, and midway through the trip, he arrived with a doggie bowl of water for our four-legged friend. How thoughtful was that and asked if we were all comfortable. The trip was beautiful seeing all the lake so close up and the beautiful back drops of the hills. Amazing. For me, this experience was worth a lot as I love the lakes, and im sure it won't be too long before im back and booking another visit to this attraction . We'll done to all the staff that work expremely hard to make this experience so wonderful. Thank you Pam A
Wonderful day out
rachelmJ124DJ,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful trip from Pooley Bridge to Glenridding and back. Gorgeous weather (after starting off slightly overcast) and even managed to snap a few pics of the fighter jet fly bys. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely do this again but stop for a bit in Glenridding next time
Ok, but not exactly comfortable
alaneI6980BJ,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
It’s ok but not exactly comfortable, people are packed in like sardines. Feels more like a ferry than a pleasant lake cruise experience.
Will be back
glenisruth,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
As ever, amazing. Pooley Bridge to Glenridding. Got off and had tea and scone at the wonderful Inn on the Lake. Took the ferry back to Pooley Bridge. Great morning.
Wonderful
Curious16266985293,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We LOVED our round-trip from Pooley Bridge this morning. Such a lovely way to see Ullswater and the beauty of the amazing scenery all around, however changeable the weather. The service is great. The crew couldn’t be more friendly or helpful. And the boats are gorgeous heritage craft, somehow just so fitting to the place.