Bowness
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Cultural Experience,
Good for Kids,
Town / City
From the imposing white façade of the Belsfield Hotel to the busy shops in the town centre, much of Bowness reflects its rise to prominence during the Victorian era. It was then that the town’s position on Windermere first made it a magnet for visitors, transforming it from a sleepy village to the hugely popular destination it is today.
Many use Bowness as a base for further travels throughout the Lake District, but the town itself is worth exploring. Visit World of Beatrix Potter, dedicated to the life and work of the renowned children’s author, the 15th century St Martin’s Church and Blackwell, an outstanding example of Arts and Crafts architecture.
Latest Reviews
Review by Eve T, December 2012
Doing what: Beatrix Potter's Lakeland Tour
Very informative and we had a good afternoon tea arranged by the tour director. Fortunately we had this tour to bring us to the various tourist attractions, going to these places on our own is almost unthinkable. The tour director is extremely familiar with the best photo stops to get the best views
Review by PETULA E, September 2012
Doing what: Beatrix Potter's Lakeland Tour
Very enjoyable indeed. Driver was very helpful and polite. Will use this company again. Highly recommended
Review by Michael F, September 2012
Doing what: Beatrix Potter's Lakeland Tour
Excellent trip, guide/driver was superb, his local knowledge was superb, nothing was too much trouble.
The railway station in the adjoining town of Windermere is one of the main transport hubs of the area. Bowness is a starting point for all manner of nautical expeditions on Windermere; take a steamship or hire your own rowing boat or motorboat.
