Red SquirrelAira Force© Andy Stothert© Val CorbettHelvellynA range of walks© Andy StothertConservationIn 1998, a visitor donation scheme was introduced funding landscape andconservation projects in the Ullswater Valley.Through numerous fundraisingobjectives, we have raised more than £40,000 and continue to invest towardssustainable practices. In 2011 we were awarded our GTBS Gold Accreditation(only the second cruise company in the UK to achieve this.)Ullswater and the 'Steamers'Ullswater 'Steamers' have been sailing on England's very own "LakeLucerne" since 1859. In Arthurian legend it refers to the 'Dark Lake'and monsters lived beneath. Ullswater has inspired famous poets andwriters such as William Wordsworth, Donald Campbell broke thewater speed record here in 1955 and the valley itself is home to thelast remaining wild red deer herd in England, dating back to William the Conqueror.Its unique serpentine shape was the creation of three separate glaciersin the last Ice Age, sculpting a spectacular landscape where Helvellyn(3,117ft) crowns its head at the southern reach.The 'Steamers' provide the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise withsome of the most famous and spectacular walks in the Lake District. To discover more about our history why not treat yourself to a copyof the Ullswater Times.

© Derwent PhotographyPrivate Charter Packages for celebrations and corporate hospitality.www.ullswater-steamers.co.ukLady of the LakeLaunched on 26th June 1877, sheis believed to be the oldest workingpassenger vessel in the world.RavenLaunched on the 16th July, 1889. In 1895 she wasmade a temporary royal yacht. Western BelleBuilt in 1935 and spending her early life on the River Tamar in Devon, she joined us in 2010.Lady WakefieldBuilt in 1949, fully restored and, in 2007, renamed by HRH Princess Alexandra. Lady DorothyOriginally a sea going vessel from Guernsey, she joined our fleet in 2001.Thinking of 'Tying the Knot?' Come to our Wedding Fayreon September 9th. All our vessels are available for private hire. © Georgina Collison