Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories, Windermere, Cumbria. Paid entry

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Accessibility

Facilities & access - Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam (lakelandarts.org.uk)

"The museum is fully wheelchair accessible but due to the historic nature of our launches, our heritage boat trips are not accessible to wheelchair users.

Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum and café.

If you need any assistance during your visit or have any questions please get in touch. Our Visitor Experience team are happy to help.

Disabled access toilet facilities

Wheelchairs and light, hand-held portable stools available

Hearing loop available at the visitor desk"

Brief description

Its building was shortlisted for the 2021 Stirling Prize.

"Explore Windermere’s 200-year-old boating history, as we bring to life the experiences of the lake’s boats, builders, owners and sailors, through interactive displays, oral histories and a fascinating collection of boats, equipment and curiosities.

Immerse yourself in an exciting programme of arts exhibitions, family-friendly activities, creative workshops, talks and events, and venture out on the lake in one of our beautifully restored heritage boats."

Address

Windermere Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1BN

Email

info@windermerejetty.org

Phone

01539 637940

Website

https://lakelandarts.org.uk/windermere-jetty-museum/

https://www.visitcumbria.com/amb/windermere-steamboat-museum/

Directions

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

Amenities

"Facilities

Our team are here to ensure you enjoy your visit to Windermere Jetty Museum. We are always trying to improve our offer and we’d love to hear about your visit. Please get in touch if you have any feedback.

Free parking for all museum and café visitors, including Blue Badge holders. Please collect a voucher from a member of staff to redeem at the car parking machine before you leave.

Car parking space for Blue Badge holders, but a voucher is required for the car parking machine, please redeem your voucher from a member of staff, and use it at the machine.

Free entry to the café and gift shop

Disabled access toilet facilities

Wheelchairs and light, hand-held portable stools available

Hearing loop available at the visitor desk

Bike racks

Lockers

Assistance dogs only are welcome in the museum house. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome in the grounds and café

Dog station available for water"