Things to Do in Bowness-on-Windermere

⭐ 4.5

Museums & Galleries

The World of Beatrix Potter

Step into the magical tales of Peter Rabbit and friends through immersive displays recreating beloved characters and scenes. Complete with an enchanting garden, restaurant and facilities for families.

⭐ 4.6 0.3 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Windermere Lake Cruises

Explore England's longest lake aboard a relaxing cruise that showcases stunning Lake District panoramas of peaks, islands and hidden coves. Facilities include refreshments, accessible boarding and toilets with baby changing.

⭐ 4.6

Museums & Galleries

Windermere Jetty Museum

Explore Lake District boating heritage with historic vessels and interactive displays at this accessible waterside museum, complete with family facilities, parking, and an onsite restaurant.

⭐ 5.0 0.5 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Crags Adventures

Get your adrenaline pumping at this action-packed activity centre in Station Precinct, featuring an onsite restaurant for refuelling after your adventures. Parking available nearby, though note accessibility is limited.

⭐ 4.6

Trails & Treasure Hunts

Bowness on Windermere Treasure Trail

Solve clues around this lakeside town on a fun self-guided adventure that's perfect for families with pushchairs and four-legged friends, revealing hidden gems and local secrets along the way.

⭐ 4.7

Sailing & Kayaking

Windermere Canoe Kayak and Bike Hire

Explore Windermere's stunning lakeside scenery with canoe, kayak and bike hire from Ferry Nab's waterfront boathouse, offering active families outdoor adventures on water and land.

🎟️Adventure Golf

Critter Creek Adventure Golf ⭐ 4.8 2 mi away

Adventure Golf

Critter Creek Adventure Golf

Navigate around whimsical woodland obstacles at this themed mini-golf course based at Choices Health Club, perfect for family fun though some areas may prove tricky with pushchairs.

⭐ 4.7 2.6 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Treetop Trek Windermere

Soar through the Lake District forest on 35 aerial obstacles at Brockhole, then zoom back to earth on an exhilarating 250-metre zipline for an unforgettable family adventure.

⭐ 4.7 2.6 mi away

Zip Wires

Zip World Windermere

Experience thrilling aerial adventures among the treetops, then soar across Lake Windermere on an exhilarating quarter-kilometre zip line—perfect for all ages from toddlers to grandparents.

⭐ 2.4 2.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

BeWILDerwood Lake District

An outdoor adventure playground where families can explore treetop walkways, zip wires and woodland mazes together. Pushchair-friendly throughout with baby changing facilities available.

⭐ 4.6 2.7 mi away

Lakes & Reservoirs

Brockhole Lake District Visitors Centre

Discover 30 acres of lakeside adventure in beautiful Cumbrian woodland, where families can enjoy exciting outdoor activities with stunning Windermere views, plus an onsite restaurant and full facilities.

⭐ 4.7 3.3 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Wray Castle

Let little ones explore turrets and towers at this Lake District castle where they can play dress-up, hunt for treasure and enjoy spectacular views from the top.

⭐ 4.8 4.5 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Grizedale

Experience an exhilarating aerial obstacle course among the trees at Grizedale Forest, featuring challenging rope bridges, cargo nets and thrilling zip wires for adventurous families.

⭐ 4.6 4.8 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Ambleside Climbing Wall

Scale indoor climbing routes at this Lake Road venue offering vertical challenges for active families with older children, though access may be limited for those with pushchairs or wheelchairs.

⭐ 4.8 4.9 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

White Platts Recreation Ground

This Ambleside recreation ground features a 9-hole mini golf course perfect for family fun, with full facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing rooms, nearby parking and snacks available on-site.

⭐ 4.9 5 mi away

Climbing & Bouldering

Lakeland Climbing Centre

Scale indoor walls at this family-friendly climbing venue near Kendal, offering routes for all abilities with onsite parking, toilets and refreshments available throughout your visit.