Ullswater ‘Steamers’

Attractions

We can’t always guarantee the weather in the Lake District, but what we can guarantee is that there is always something to do. For a full day out or something to keep the kids entertained there are a range of fantastic visitor attractions in and around Ullswater to choose from. Why not take a lake cruise, visit an historic house, experience the Rheged Centre which includes a huge 3D cinema screen, or visit the famous Aira Force Waterfall?

Ullswater ‘Steamers’
The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria
CA11 0US
017684 82229
An award-winning Lake District attraction, offering scenic lake cruises on England's most beautiful lake.
Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens
Dalemain, Penrith, Cumbria
CA11 0HB
017684 86450
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens
Rheged
Redhills, Penrith
CA11 0DQ
01768 868000
The Rheged Centre, Penrith, is at the northern gateway to the English Lake District, has a vibrant arts and family events programme and welcomes 450,000 visitors every year. In addition to the award winning Gallery, giant cinema, indoor and outdoor play and pottery and block printing workshop, you will also find individual shops selling children’s books and toys, outdoor gear and gadgets, local food and drink in our Foodhall, niche skincare, quality clothing and British wool products all of which champion provenance, craftsmanship and design. Our cafes at Rheged which serve local seasonal produce. Rheged is a family business which is rooted in Cumbria and it’s also a building of architectural merit, with one of the largest grass roofs in the country.
Lowther Castle
Lowther, Penrith
CA10 2HH
+44 (0)1931 712192
Little can prepare you for the impact of seeing the ruins of Lowther Castle for the first time. The gardens are likewise stunning. The castle is the third building to inhabit the majestic site, while the gardens retain their original 17th century plan.
Aira Force Waterfall
Ullswater
CA11 OJS
017684 82067
The most famous of the Lake District waterfalls

 Ullswater Association Membership Price List 2020/21

Category 1 Cost Notes
Bed & Breakfast £125  
Self-Catering £125 Up to 6 units
Eating Out £125  
Shopping £125  
Attractions (Small) £125 0-20,000 visitors
Activities & Things to do £125  
     
Additional listing under another category for other activity at the same site. £50 If your main business is B&B but you offer evening meals, you can be listed under 'Places to Eat' by taking an additional listing.
     
Category 2   Price includes one free additional listing under another category for other activity at the same site.
Hotels £275  
Self-Catering £275 7+ units
Attractions (Large) £275 20,000+ visitors
Camping, Caravanning & Glamping £275 Campsites offering more than just tent pitches

Membership of the Ullswater Association gives you:

  • Listing and images on ullswater.org
  • Listing in the Visit Ullswater leaflet with local, regional, national and international distribution
  • Quarterly member meetings
  • Annual familiarisation trips
  • Dedicated marketing support focussed on raising both members’ profiles and the profile of the area as a whole
  • Dedicated administration support for the association
  • Representation of the association within regional tourism organisations
  • Unlimited press release distribution
  • Social media activity
  • Blog sharing
  • Photography library
  • Ad hoc Marketing and PR advice

All this for less than a decent size ad in the local newspaper!