# Lake Windermere — Reviews & Visitor Info > England's biggest lake provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor family adventures, with picnic spots, accessible pathways and waterside scenery that captivates visitors of all ages. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/attractions/lake-windermere (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Lake # Lake Windermere Windermere [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16078314163074111995&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [evi dwira](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117670265520698442076) **In short:** Lake Windermere is a lake in Windermere, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2,187 Google reviews. Details checked 3 November 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Lake Windermere England's biggest lake provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor family adventures, with picnic spots, accessible pathways and waterside scenery that captivates visitors of all ages. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Kathleen Sanchez](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108228559858149831398/reviews) ★★★★★ We visited in August so it was busy in town and restaurants but that’s okay. The weather was beautiful and it’s close to several castles, the coast and Hadrians Wall. The streets are very narrow so mind your driving, don’t go too fast · via Google [のぐちえいすけ](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114169311333427866635/reviews) ★★★★★ 🏰This is my first time to visit Windermere Lake,and we really had a great time. There are so many beautiful scenes when we are on the boat.✨ 💁🏻‍♂️💁🏻‍♀️All of the staffs are very friendly and kind to help customers when they have questions for visiting.😊 · via Google [Md Abdul Hai](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101180395234045332992/reviews) ★★★★★ Windermere is the largest natural lake in England, located in the heart of the Lake District National Park. It is about 18 km (11 miles) long and is one of the UK’s most popular destinations for nature lovers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Things to do * 🚤 Take a boat cruise across the lake. * 🥾 Hike to Orrest Head for stunning panoramic views. * 🏞️ Visit Bowness-on-Windermere, the lively lakeside town with cafés, shops, and attractions. * 🚣 Try kayaking, paddleboarding, or rowing. * 🌅 Enjoy a lakeside picnic and watch the sunset. Windermere is also a perfect base for exploring nearby villages such as Ambleside and Grasmere. · via Google [Diljeet Kaur Singh](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117721616004241379265/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful scenery had some trouble finding parking because it was so busy, but makes sense because we went on bank holiday weekend. · via Google ## At a glance **Address** Windermere [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.3739306%2C-2.9376445) **Category** Lakes & Reservoirs **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (2,187 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Destination** Windermere [More attractions in Windermere](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/attractions) ★ 4.8 (2,187 reviews) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Windermere [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487c934574be0139:0xd17f1c1611bb5b79!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487c934574be0139:0xd17f1c1611bb5b79!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Windermere Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DWindermere%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/camping) ## Quick answers ### Is Lake Windermere any good? Lake Windermere is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2,187 Google reviews. ### Is Lake Windermere indoors or outdoors? Lake Windermere is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Lake Windermere suitable for? Lake Windermere suits all ages. ### Is Lake Windermere wheelchair accessible? Lake Windermere has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Lake Windermere? Yes: free car park. ## Stay near Lake Windermere [Holiday cottages nearby 1,285](https://staycation.co.uk/near/lake-windermere/cottages) [Campsites nearby 73](https://staycation.co.uk/near/lake-windermere/camping) [Hotels and B&Bs nearby 141](https://staycation.co.uk/near/lake-windermere/hotels) ## More near Lake Windermere ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Stockghyll Cottage ★ 4.8 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/windermere/hotels/stockghyll-cottage) - [The Bay House Lake View Guest House ★ 4.8 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/hotels/the-bay-house-lake-view-guest-house) - [Holly Cottages ★ 4.5 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/hotels/holly-cottages) - [The White House ★ 4.6 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/hotels/the-white-house) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Fallbarrow Hall ★ 4.7 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/fallbarrow-hall-uk1519) - [Fernwhisper Cottage 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/fernwhisper-cottage-ukc7964) - [Primrose Mount 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/primrose-mount-syk1042272) - [Park View 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/westmorland-and-furness/cottages/park-view-syk2148) ### Campsites nearby - [Fallbarrow Park ★ 4.5 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/fallbarrow-park) - [Allan Tarn Escapes ★ 4.9 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ulverston/camping/allan-tarn-escapes) - [White Cross Bay Leisure Park & Marina ★ 4.2 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cumbria/camping/white-cross-bay-leisure-park-marina) - [Low Wray Campsite (National Trust) ★ 4.7 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ambleside/camping/low-wray-campsite) ### Things to do nearby - [Windermere Jetty Museum ★ 4.6 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/attractions/windermere-jetty-museum) - [Windermere Lake Cruises ★ 4.6 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness/attractions/windermere-lake-cruises) - [The World of Beatrix Potter ★ 4.5 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/attractions/the-world-of-beatrix-potter) - [Bowness on Windermere Treasure Trail ★ 4.6 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/bowness-on-windermere/attractions/bowness-on-windermere-treasure-trail)