Ullswater 'Steamers'
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Overview
The award-winning visitor attraction Ullswater ‘Steamers’ has been sailing on England’s most beautiful lake since 1859. Located in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District National Park, the lake is easy to access from J40 of the M6. Its beauty has inspired famous poets and writers through the centuries such as Wordsworth. It's a great opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the walking routes in the Lake District National Park.
Ratings & awards
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Key accessibility features
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Parking within 50 metres of entrance
Parking is available within 50 metres of a customer entrance, either on-site or off-site, in a car park or on the street. -
Designated accessible parking
Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable. -
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
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Step-free entrance
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. -
Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people
Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers. -
Disability awareness / equality training
Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. -
Assistive listening system
There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop. -
Emergency alarm with flashing lights
There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. -
Facilities for assistance dogs
Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby. -
Tactile signage
Tactile signage is available. This may include Braille.
About the area
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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Broad How and Cherry How
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Broad How
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Cherry How
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Wordsworth Barn
Generously appointed contemporary living space just for 2, Wordsworth Barn uses local materials, such as slate floors, Herdwick wool carpets while retaining its original character with ...
Stone Cottage and Hares Garth
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Hartsop Fold Holiday Lodges
Hartsop Fold is an idyllic location perfectly suited for walkers, outdoor explorers, and lovers of the peace and quiet. The luxury holiday lodges are a true retreat in nature and all in...
The Rowley Estates at Martindale
Hause Hall, the Cruik Barn and The Stables are in the heart of the northern Lake District National Park nestled in the lee of Hallin Fell above Lake Ullswater. Hause Hall is a five bedr...
