Customize your private itinerary with chartered tours to explore breathtaking lakeside landscapes and mountain scenery
First stop: Windermere Lake Cruise
Boat tours on Lake Windermere are quite popular, and you can choose to rent a boat or take a cruise. There are many boat rental spots at the piers in Bowness Bay, Ambleside Pier, and Lakeside Pier. When renting a boat yourself, you can choose between wooden boats and jet skis. Please watch for the blue flag signs (indicating swimmers in the area) while boating to avoid accidents.
Lake District Aquarium
While cruising the lake, besides admiring the enchanting scenery, you can also visit the Lakeside Aquarium on the southern shore, where fascinating creatures like goldeneye ducks, diving fish, rays, and seahorses await your greetings.
Cycling and Hiking
If you enjoy outdoor activities, you can also opt to rent a bicycle or hike around Windermere Lake, which typically includes a helmet, lock, map, and toolkit. For visitors who prefer hiking, the lake district also offers various hiking trails suitable for different groups.
Swan Habitat
Windermere Lake is an ideal habitat and a crucial migratory route, making it common to see flocks of geese flying through during winter. However, please avoid hand-feeding swans directly, as they may******unintentionally when unable to recognize food. Additionally, since swans are directionally challenged birds, refrain from luring them away from the lakeshore with food.
The World of Peter Rabbit
The picturesque scenery of Lake Windermere also provided unlimited inspiration to the renowned children's author Beatrix Potter, giving birth to "The Tale of Peter Rabbit." If you wish to encounter Peter Rabbit and his friends, you can visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. This charming museum, located on the street leading from Windermere town to the lakeshore, is themed around "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" and showcases delightful scenes from the story. The museum also features a small garden where tiny rabbit clothes are hung out to dry. Downstairs, there's a tearoom where you can take a break and enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea after a tiring walk.
Second Stop: The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Located in the heart of Windermere town, stepping into this museum feels like entering the fantasyland from a fairy tale book. A five-minute short film (available in Chinese) introduces Potter and her stories, where famous animals from the tales come vividly to life through 3D scenes, sound effects, and fragrances in the film. Interactive screens throughout the museum allow you to explore each story, all with Chinese descriptions available.
Additionally, the museum features scenes like Jemima Puddle-Duck's woodland glade, Mr. Tod's underground home, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle's kitchen, Jeremy Fisher's pond, and Mr. McGregor's potting shed, offering book fans an immersive experience. The award-winning outdoor Peter Rabbit Garden is also a must-see.
Third Stop: Ambleside Town
Ambleside is a highly recommended town to visit within the Lake District National Park, attracting numerous visitors with its picturesque natural scenery, abundance of restaurants and bars, relaxing lake cruises, surrounding majestic mountains, and tranquil rural life. The many black-and-white houses and ancient mills add to its charm. The town's Armitt Museum and the 17th-century Bridge House showcase its history, significance in the Lake District, and the lives of local artists and writers. The nearby William Wordsworth's cottage reflects the town's cultural appeal, while the annual Rushbearing Festival held in Ambleside every July also draws significant attention.
