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Welcome
Private charters to suit any occasion with a select fleet of
vessels to cater for your exact requirements from weddings,
anniversaries, birthdays to corporate hire.
Ullswater Steamers have been sailing
on England’s most beautiful lake for
over 150 years and operate one of
the largest heritage vessel fleets in
England.
All vessels have a variety of excellent
facilities including licensed bars with
outside decking and indoor saloons.
If you require catering we have
a selection of local caterers
recommended by us that meet our
environmental criteria.
We highly recommend you contact
us, so we can show you around and
ensure you choose the right vessel
for your special occasion.
History
Landscape
Famous Faces and places
The Lake runs a serpentine course
for eight miles through expansive
vistas of Lakeland’s highest
mountains. Helvellyn at 3,117ft
(950m) crowns Ullswater, at the
South-Western end of the valley,
standing on a mighty plateau
approximately 9 miles (14.5km) in
length and 4.5 miles (7km) wide.
Did you know Donald Campbell
broke the water speed record here
in 1955 and according to legend; the
valley was one of the last places in
England where fairies actually lived?
Romantic Insight
Its beauty has inspired famous
poets, artists and writers for
centuries. One of the most famous
poems ever written “The Daffodils”
was penned after a lakeshore walk
by William Wordsworth and his
sister Dorothy on 15th April 1802.
These delicate wild flowers can
still be seen on the lakeshore in the
Spring.
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I wandered lonely as a clo and
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That floats on
hills,
a crowd,
When all at once I saw
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A host, of golden daffodil trees,
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Beside the lak
in the
Fluttering and dancing
breeze.
WilliamWordsworth
1815
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Facilities
bPrivate charter options and packages to suit a variety of events, timings and budget.
bCruise on heritage vessels through the heart of the Lake District National Park.
bSailing all year* for scheduled services and private charter hire.
bSeating options include outside and under canopy seating on upper decks or lower
deck enclosed heated saloons.
bFully licensed bars and toilets onboard all vessels.
bMP3 players on most vessels so you can bring your own music.
bPier house facilities include light refreshments, gift shops and accessible toilets.
bThere are five vessels that can accommodate different charter options including live
music, catering and dancing.
bFree Wi-Fi in main Pier houses – full and half day hire available outside main seasons.
bGarlands and celebration packages available.
bComplimentary cruise for brides to be and event organisers.
bPrivate show around on prior arrangement.
*Closed Christmas Eve and Day
Charter Packages
We have two hour and one hour
charter packages available for private
functions. For corporate packages
full-day and half-day hire options
are available outside the main
season. Although we try and give as
much information as we can in this
guide, there is comprehensive detail
available online or call us to discuss.
Evening private charters must be
alongside the Piers by dusk, times
vary throughout the year.
Our heritage fleet offers a variety of different private charter options to
suit every occasion. Our main Pier Houses are located at Pooley Bridge and
Glenridding. Most private charters depart from Glenridding but departures
from Pooley Bridge can be arranged for a small surcharge dependant on the
time of year and vessel availability.
Getting Here
Pooley Bridge CA10 2NN.
Glenridding CA11 0US.
Signed on the M6 Motorway and
from Junction 40 to the attraction.
From the North and East/West
Coast
Just 5 miles from the M6 (Junction
40), follow the M6/A66/A592 to
Pooley Bridge with a coach dropoff point at Pooley Bridge Pier.
From the South
Junction 36 M6, A590/A592
through Windermere via Kirkstone
Pass to Glenridding.
© Mark Littlejohn
Points of interest and places to visit
Ullswater, often compared to the likes of Lake Lucerne and referred to as England’s
most beautiful lake is simply the perfect destination, for sublime natural beauty with
some of the most spectacular and dramatic scenery in England.
Aira Force
A mountain stream of considerable
volume, comes tumbling down the Aira
Glen in a series of exquisitely beautiful
cascades before it falls some 70ft into the
chasm beneath.
Bronze Age Stone Circle
Moor Divock is rich in
antiquities dating back to the
Early Bronze Age.
Dockray
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late 2014
Aira Fo rce
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Rookin House: 1.5 miles
Gowbarrow Fell
481 metres
Aira Force Walk
1 mile / 1.5km
Aira Force
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Lyulph’s Tower
Map is not to scale and places marked are for information only
Glencoyne Park
Glencoyne
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Wordsworth
Daffodils
Greenside
Mine
Glenridding Dodd
442 metres
Kailpot Crag
& Birkett
Plaque
Sandwick
Howtown - Glenridding Walk
7 miles / 11km
Hallin Fell Circular Walk
3 miles / 5km
Lanty’s Tarn Circular Walk
2 miles / 3 km
Howtown P
Sleet Fell
378 metres
Glenridding
Martindale
Glenridding Pier House
 Gift Shop
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Donald Campbell
memorial stone
Hallin Fell
388 metres
Visit the Churches
The 13th century church of St
Martin’s. A place described by
Wordsworth as “the chapel, with
its bare ring of mossy wall” and
“single yew tree”. The Yew Tree
in question is believed to be in
the region of 1,300 years old.
St Martin's Church
c Stone Circle
LOCAL HOTEL &
Attraction INFORMATION
Pooley Bridge
The market town of Pooley Bridge is a pretty
Lakeland village built around a 16th century
stone bridge that crosses the river Eamont.
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Pooley Bridge Pier House
Pooley Bridge
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 Gift Shop
Watermillock
Howtown - Pooley Bridge Walk
6 miles / 9 km
= Barton Park Wood
c The Cockpit - Stone Circle
For a full list of accommodation providers
and attractions please visit ullswater.com
Glenridding Hotel 017684 82228
bw-glenriddinghotel.co.uk
Inn on the Lake 017684 82444
innonthelakeullswater.com
Leeming House Hotel
0870 400 8131 macdonald-hotels.co.uk
North Lakes Hotel 01768 868111
northlakeshotel.com
Patterdale Hotel 017684 82231
patterdalehotel.co.uk
Aira Force Waterfall 017684 82067
nationaltrust.org.uk
Dalemain 017684 86450 dalemain.com
Rheged 01768 868000 rheged.com
Hallmark Hotel, Carlisle
01228 531951 carlislehallmarkhotel.com
Lowther Castle & Gardens
01931 712192 lowthercastle.org
The Queens Head, Tirril
01768 863219 queensheadinn.co.uk
Dove Cottage 015394 35544
wordsworth.org.uk
Rampsbeck Country House Hotel
01768 486442
rampsbeck.co.uk
Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel
01768 486301
sharrowbay.co.uk
= Auterstone Wood
Barton Fell
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Pier
Kailpot Crag (Devil’s Kail-pot)
An old tale based on a outcrop of rock, taking its
name from a pothole at the base, thought to have
been created by the erosion in a depression. The
last appearance of fairies in Cumbria is said to have
been right here in 1850. Jack Wilson saw them
pack up and leave for good one moonlit night, at
Martindale, above the shores of Ullswater.
Explore Martindale and
Fusedale
One of Lakeland’s least visited
yet most stunning valleys.
Martindale is a real hidden gem
and home to one of the oldest
Red Deer herds in England.
Wedding Packages
Welcome your guests onboard with a glass of champagne as you set
sail for a cruise, on Ullswater, as part of your wedding celebration. If
you wish to add catering or entertainment for your guests, please ask
for our recommendations. Our caterers are all approved by ourselves
as part of our sustainable procurement policy.
There are two and one charter*
packages available, in addition to
upgrade options. Private charter
rates are listed on The Fleet
page, this also includes important
information about capacity and
facilities onboard each vessel.
Diamond Upgrade
Enjoy a sparkling Pink Proscecco or
Cava reception** for up to 60 guests
- £100.
Winter Wonderland
A glass of mulled wine with a mince
pie for that festive treat for up to 30
guests - £75.
Garland Decoration
Bring your own wedding flowers
onboard or request our Garland
upgrade - £60.
Cut your cake onboard or simply enjoy
the views!
Boats made for walking!
We connect to some of the most
famous and spectacular walking
routes in the Lake District so why not
try out one of the ‘Steamer’ routes
the day after the wedding or the day
before? Group fares apply on parties
of 10 or more. Available on scheduled
services only and must be booked in
advance.
*Please note one hour charters are subject to
operational restrictions in main season.
** One upgrade per charter booking
Celebrations
Party celebrations
Hire a private charter to host your
celebration. We cater for any occasion
whether it’s for that special birthday,
anniversary or engagement party. Dress
up your chosen vessel with balloons or
flowers, sit back and enjoy the party and
the views of course!
Ladies that Lunch
Enjoy a champagne lunch at a host of
venues around the lakeshore in addition
to a cruise on scheduled services. You
can even pre-book champagne to enjoy
onboard. Group rates apply; cruise must
be booked in advance.
Special Events
Throughout the year we host a
number of unique special events.
From Fish Suppers to The Birkett
Cup Regatta or if you like the
Great Outdoors, pack a picnic
and join us for the annual Red
Deer Rut. Just something a little
bit different to add to those
special events!
Walk on the Wildside
Day before or day after the
wedding or event, take our
shortest cruise option to
Howtown and enjoy the Hallin
Fell circular walk affording
spectacular views over Ullswater
or the lakeshore walk to
Glenridding. Group rates apply on
pre-booked parties of 10 persons
or more. This is a scheduled
service option.
Education
Corporate Packages
We understand the integral role that
corporate hospitality plays in developing
beneficial business relationships with
clients and your key personnel. Our
aim is to help you achieve and surpass
your company aspirations on any
event you choose. Every event requires
meticulous planning tailored to exact
requirements. The vessels provide
unique venues for product launches,
corporate entertainment, book signings,
conferences or delegate activity days
tailored to your exact requirements.
All packages we propose are carefully
chosen to deliver quality, reliability and
above all a first class experience for your
clients or guests. Prices on application,
half day and full day hire available outside
the main season.
The Fleet
We have five classic vessels in regular service creating one of the
most comprehensive collections of heritage vessels in Europe.
Please note there is a £45 surcharge for private charters on Friday - Sunday and Bank
Holidays. Charter prices listed are for Glenridding departures; please contact us for Pooley
Bridge departures. Surcharge may apply. All vessels have a MP3 compatible soundsystem,
except Lady Dorothy.
M.Y. Raven
Launched on the 16th July,
1889, the largest of our
traditional vessels and directly
inspired by leading tour
operator Thomas Cook.
Capacity:
With catering and/or dancing 90 people
With no catering 120 people
With no catering or dancing 150 people
Hire Charges:
Two Hours £950, One Hour £750*
M.Y. Lady of the Lake Capacity:
Launched on the 26th June,
1877 she is believed to be the
oldest working passenger
vessel in the world. She has
a refurbished and extended
saloon and bar.
With catering 40 people
With no catering 110 people
Hire Charges:
Two Hours £950, One Hour £750*
M.V. Western Belle
Capacity:
Built to the order of the
Millbrook Steamboat & Trading
Co in 1935. Fully restored by us
and re-launched into service
once again in 2010.
With catering and/or dancing 70 people
With no catering or dancing 100 people
Hire Charges:
Two Hours £850, One Hour £650*
M.V. Lady Wakefield Capacity:
Built in 1949, fully restored
and renamed by HRH Princess
Alexandra in 2007, she retains
the heritage feel of our other
traditional vessels.
With seated catering 45 people
With catering and/or dancing 60 people
With no catering or dancing 90 people
Hire Charges:
Two Hours £850, One Hour £650*
M.V. Lady Dorothy
Capacity:
The smallest member of our
fleet and suitable for a cruise,
educational lectures or a small
buffet, for safety reasons
drinks on board are served
in plastic glasses.
With no catering or dancing 40 people
With catering but no dancing 25 people
Hire Charges:
Two Hours £700, One Hour £525*
*Please note one hour charters are subject to operational restrictions in main season.
Access Information and Private Charter Terms and Conditions
1 Payment
a) The booking will be secured when the Company
receives the completed booking form and 50%
deposit.
b) The balance of hire is due 8 weeks before the
charter.
c) For bespoke charters and/or activity days, the
final number of guests must be confirmed 10 days
prior to the event.
d) We do not provide onboard credit for the bar. If
you wish to run credit, a valid credit card must be
supplied in advance.
(e) Corporate charters that require an invoice, must
complete a credit application form.
2 Passengers
a) The number of passengers shall not exceed the
numbers stated for the appropriate boat and type
of hire.
b) Adult supervision for minors shall be provided by
the applicant as required by the Company.
c) The hire is for members of the party and guests
only. Tickets may not be sold to the general public.
d) Due to the heritage nature of our vessels and
for your safety, please inform your guests that high
heeled shoes are not permitted.
e) Smoking is not allowed on board the boat or on
the Piers.
f) Passengers may only board and disembark via the
gangway.
g) It is the responsibility of the applicant to
communicate 2b, d, e & f to all members of their
party.
h) Please throw confetti away from the main Piers
and Pier Houses. As part of our environmental
charter to prevent pollution, this product must be
environmentally friendly.
i) Pier side charters are subject to restriction, for
health & safety reasons passengers are not allowed
to leave the vessel unless authorised by the skipper.
The times for these charters must be adhered to and
passengers must finish the charter when instructed
to do so. Failure to comply may result in a fine of
£500 to cover excess costs.
3 Cancellation
a) The Company may cancel or alter the charter
in the event of emergency, breakdown, strike,
cancellation for bad weather or, for any other reason
outside its control, without being liable for any loss
or damage.
b) On cancellation by the Company as in 3a ,
the Company will refund the total amount paid
to date. If weather conditions allow, charters will
continue by the Pier. A 20% refund will be issued to
the hirer.
c) The deposit will not be refunded if the Applicant
cancels the charter. If the cancellation is less than 14
days before the charter then the full charge will apply.
d) The Captain of the vessel may cancel the charter
and land any passengers, if in his opinion their conduct
is such as to endanger themselves, the vessel, the crew
or any other persons or property. There will be no
refund of the cost.
4 The Company
a) Will have the boat prepared for music and buffet, if
confirmed in writing as marked above.
5 Company’s Right
a) The Company reserves the right for any of its
personnel to board the vessel during the charter.
b) All electrical equipment to be used on board must
have a current/in date portable appliance test
certificate. We can issue these in advance of your
charter.
c) All caterers recommended by us have signed a
Catering Code of Conduct. If you decide not to use
our approved caterers, you must notify us in advance.
Failure to do so could result in the catering contractor
being refused permission to board the vessel.
d) Amplified onboard music/voice entertainment must
be kept to a reasonable volume which will not be a
nuisance to our lake shore neighbours. The Skipper will
monitor this to ensure compliance.
6 Alcohol
a) No alcohol may be taken onboard the vessel, except
with prior written agreement. A corkage charge is then
applicable. Should any person/s be found consuming
their own alcohol, the Captain may cancel the charter
and/or land any passengers, see 3d.
7 Loss or damage
a) The Applicant will be responsible for any loss or
damage occasioned to the vessel or the Company by
any member of the party.
8 Access
a) Please visit our website for full access information.
For booking enquiries please contact us
for further information or return your booking form
direct to us:
Glenridding Pier House
Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0US
Tel: 017684 82229
Fax: 017684 82669
Email: charters@ullswater-steamers.co.uk
Website: ullswater-steamers.co.uk
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