Windermere Jetty Museum

Windermere Jetty Museum interior

Overview

Come rain or shine the museum offers a welcoming space to spend time with friends and family. Housed inside striking architecture you’ll find a fascinating collection of boats, interactive displays, videos and daily talks from the conservation team that bring to life the stories behind the objects. There’s also a dog friendly lakeshore café offering panoramic views and a seasonal menu, daily heritage boat trips and a model boating pond.

Visit Windermere Jetty Museum's website

What makes it special

  • Vibrant, family-friendly place dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere
  • Exciting programme of arts exhibitions, creative workshops, talks, events and much more
  • Venture out on the lake in one of our beautifully restored heritage boats

Opening times

Monday - Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

Closes at 16:00 during winter season (November - February)

Price

Visit Windermere Jetty Museum's website for ticket prices.

Hostels nearby

YHA Hawkshead exterior

YHA Hawkshead

  • Large garden/grounds

  • Free parking on premises

  • Self-catering kitchen

Windermere Jetty Museum

Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

Map references

OS Map:
SD402975
Lat/Lng:
54.37083, -2.92192

Contact information

Phone:
01539 637940

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