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Ullswater Steamers 2012 Events Calendar
Ullswater Steamers Events in 2012
February
Marmalade online quiz 11th - 19th February with Dalemain Historic Mansion and Paddington Bear.
March
Mother's Day - Book in advance 18th March. Gift Vouchers available to purchase online for a Cream Tea at Dalemain Historic Mansion and a Round the Lake Cruise. £15 gift voucher.
Easter Eggtastic Fun with Sammy 31st March - 15th April. Onboard prizes daily. Celebrate the launch of "Kids Club". Details on our website.
April
Photography Competition 6th April - 31st October. In aid of the World Owl Trust, the theme is "Flights of Fancy". £1 donation per entry.
RSPB Tweets and Bleats - Book in advance 21st & 22nd April. Departure times 10.30am or 11.30am from Glenridding. Farm tour, meet the lambs, private bird cruise with the RSPB and tour of Wordsworth's daffodils. £12 RSPB member £14 non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB.
June
Diamond Jubilee Brass and Bunting - Book in advance. June 5th. Departs Glenridding 7pm - 9pm. Celebrate this royal occasion and dress to impress. £12.50 per person.
Father's Day - Book in advance 17th June. Gift Vouchers available to purchase online for a Cumberland Lunch at the Queens Head, Tirril and a Round the Lake Cruise, £20 gift voucher.
Ceilidh Cruise in aid of Help for Heroes - Book in advance. June 23rd. Departs Pooley Bridge 7pm - 9pm. Come and join in the fun with the Eden Valley Ceilidh Band. £12.50 per person.
June to August
Guided Cruise & Walks with a LDNP Ranger - to book contact Glenridding TIC on 017684 82414. More information on our website. Run from April to September.
Ahoy there Pirates - Book in advance 6th June & 22nd August. Two sailings from Glenridding at 11am or 2.30pm. Prepare to battle with our pirates onboard a fun two hour adventure. £11 per pirate. Fancy dress optional.
Statesman Rail Wednesday 6th June then every Wednesday from the 4th July to 29th August. New for 2012 a unique excursion option to Ullswater for the famous steam tour "The Fellsman". Contact Statesman Rail to book: 0845 310 2458 or visit www.statesmanrail.com
Evening Commentary Cruise with LDNP Ranger - Booking in advance but not essential June 19th / July 3rd, 17th, 24th & 31st /August 7th, 14th & 21st. Departs Glenridding at 6.45pm returns 8.15pm. Find out about the heritage, myths and mysteries that surround Ullswater. £10 adult, £5 children.
Cumbrian Fish Supper - Book in advance June 27th / July 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th / August 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd. Departs Pooley Bridge 7pm - 9pm. Our fish supper evening cruises with Pete Lashley. £16.50 adult, £13.50 children (under 13).
RSPB Skylarks - Book in advance 30th June & 1st July. Departs Glenridding on scheduled service 10.30am returns 3.30pm. Tour with the RSPB. £12 RSPB member £14 non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB.
July
Lord Birkett 50th Anniversary Regatta - Book in advance 7th July. Departs Pooley Bridge 12.30pm returns 3.30pm. Watch the famous Lord Birkett Cup. Pimms and strawberries available to purchase onboard or prebook, £20 adult £10 children.
September
Tying the Knot "Wedding Fayre" 9th September at Glenridding Pier House and onboard, noon - 4pm. Everything you need to plan your wedding day. Free entry.
October
RSPB Red Deer Cruises - Book in advance 11th - 14th October. Departs Glenridding 10.30am returns 3.30pm. Escorted cruise and journey into Martindale to witness the Red Deer Rut, £12 RSPB member, £14 non-member, children half price, profits to RSPB.
Val Corbett Photo Workshop - Book in advance 17th & 19th October. Departs Glenridding 11am returns approx 4.30pm. Critique and advice from Val Corbett on your own photos. A private cruise with excursions into the landscape, moderate fitness required. £26 per person.
Halloween Ghostly Galleon - Book in advance 31st October. Two sailings from Glenridding at 12.30pm or 3pm. Magic, monsters and mayhem on a two hour adventure. Magic show, balloon modelling plus goody bag. Fancy dress optional. Join us if you dare! £11 per person.
December
Spirit of Christmas - Book in advance 11th - 13th December. Departs Pooley Bridge at 11am. One hour cruise with a hot toddy and two course meal at Dalemain Historic Mansion (transfer not included) £25 per person.
Santa's Workshop - Book in advance 16th December. Two sailings from Glenridding at 10.30am (returns noon) or 1.30pm (returns 3pm). Join Santa with his orchestra and choccie magic tree. Every child receives a gift and adults get a return journey voucher. £12.50 per person.
Ullswater Steamer Contact Details
Address: The Pier House, Glenridding, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0US
Phone: 017684 82229
Website: Ullswater Steamers
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