# Ullswater Steamers

> Attraction in the Lake District Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is an award winning environmentally accredited Lake District attraction celebrating over 150 years of operating lake cruises on England’s most beautiful lake, Ullswater.

Ullswater Steamers provide opportunity that is ideal explore the location. Named the 'Dark Lake' in Arthurian legend, it's thought monsters used to reside under the dark waters of Ullswater! Set sail aided by the household on a voyage of development through the valley that holds the secrets of several amazing achievements.This valley holds a number of wildlife concealed between the woodlands which can be ancient fells. You also see England's 3rd hill that is highest, Helvellyn, looming on the southern shore! You might get the opportunity to spot some of the rarer types which can be found here, such as red deer, red squirrels and goosanders.You are able to keep up to date with details about activities for the little adventurers by becoming a member of the Kids' Club newsletter if you are lucky. It's also worth checking online before your see, as there are a number of free tasks you can download to keep the youngsters amused he's often on an outing within the school vacations when you are there.Learn about Sammy the squirrel and their friends, the Tail Trail Gang, find activities to complete, and read about events and tournaments that are held through the year.You may get the chance to meet Sammy. Why not join them for some of the function days, where you can become a pirate, meet a monster through the deep at Halloween or shake fingers with Sammy the Red Nosed Squirrel at Christmas time!

- Type: Experience
- Location: Penrith, Eden, England
- Area guide: [Cumbria](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/cumbria)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, https://www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/, or call +441768482229
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-mkZgKDWzh2BF/ullswater-steamers

## Activities

- Tours and River Cruises
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience
- Railway and Transport Attractions

## Facilities

- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed
- food to purchase onsite
- wheelchair friendly
- pushchair friendly

## Suitable for

- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- People
- Accessible
- Family

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## Nearby things to do

- [Lake District Ski Club](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-Mt5kEjY0ybNV/lake-district-ski-club)
- [Aira Force](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-hupX23T2vQER/aira-force)
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All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-mkZgKDWzh2BF/ullswater-steamers/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is Ullswater Steamers?

Ullswater Steamers is in Penrith, Eden.

### What activities does Ullswater Steamers offer?

Ullswater Steamers lists Tours and River Cruises, Sightseeing and Attractions, Experience and Railway and Transport Attractions.

### What facilities does Ullswater Steamers have?

Ullswater Steamers lists parking available, toilets, picnics and food allowed, food to purchase onsite, wheelchair friendly and pushchair friendly.

### What is there to do near Ullswater Steamers?

Experiences listed near Ullswater Steamers on HolidayFox include Lake District Ski Club, Aira Force, Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum, Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum and Hillcroft.

### How do I book Ullswater Steamers?

Ullswater Steamers doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, https://www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk/, or call +441768482229.


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