Holmlea
Guest House
Bowness on Windermere
+44 (0)15394 42597
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PLACES TO VISIT IN AND AROUND
BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction is located in Bowness village
Say hello to the wonderful Beatrix Potter characters. More info. Telephone: 015394 88444
Take a cruise with Windermere Lake Cruises
A great way to see the lake and take in those breathtaking views. Elegant lake cruisers depart from Bowness pier (5 Minutes stroll from Holmlea) to the pretty village of Ambleside (at the northern end of the lake) or Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake). At Lakeside you can visit the Aquarium of the Lakes and ride on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway. More info.Telephone: 015394 43360.
The Windermere Steamboats & Museum is on the edge of Bowness. See the unique collection of Windermere’s historic steam boats. More info.
The museum is closed as work continues on the rescue of the unique collection of boats. Click on the link for an update of the work in progress.
The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway – Enjoy a nostalgic journey on a steam locomotive. More info. Telephone: 015395 31594
Aquarium Of The Lakes – Discover a secret world of the lakes at this fresh water aquarium. More info. Telephone: 015395-30153
Holehird Gardens - The Home of The Lakeland Horticultural Society.
Holehird Gardens are reputed to be among the finest in England and are unique in being maintained entirely by volunteers.
Blackwell - The Arts & Crafts House. See fine examples of arts & crafts architecture. More info. Telephone: 015394-46139
Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre – Visit the shop, cafe and lovely
gardens down to the shores of Lake Windermere. More info. Telephone: 015394-46601
Beatrix Potters Hilltop 17th century home at Near Sawrey. This is where Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children's stories. Visit the web-site to check opening times. More info. Telephone: 015394 36269
Hayes Garden World -Just off the main A591 Lake District Road, 200 yards south of Ambleside village. The Four Season Restaurant is worth a visit for lunch or afternoon tea. More info.
