Activities at Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore
How to get here whilst the Windermere Car Ferry is closed
The easiest way to reach the quieter west shore of Windermere is to hop on a replacement service run by Windermere Lake Cruises.
March: Spring into action
Tarn Hows is one of the many outdoor sites you can explore in the Lake District, and is set to host a rather special visitor soon…
Things to do at Claife Viewing Station
Wander in woodlands and stumble upon Claife Viewing Station, an 18th-century tourist attraction. Explore the west shore of Windermere on foot or bring your bike.
Explore the west shore
Ditch the car and visit Windermere West Shore on foot or by bike. Take a look at the best routes for gentle strolls or longer rides.
February: Feel the love at Claife Viewing Station
There's been lots of conservation work happening around Claife Viewing Station and the surrounding area, and if you're looking for something interesting to get you outdoors, there's plenty to spot during your visit.
January: Boots on, let's go!
Looking to get active this winter? Pull on your waterproofs and head down to the west shore of Windermere where there's plenty to see and do whatever the weather.
Windermere west shore walk
A wonderful linear low-level lakeshore walk, through woodland and parkland, featuring great views of the islands, woodland archaeology and the Victorian Gothic Wray Castle.
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Ash Landing and Claife Heights Windermere walk
This walk alongside Lake Windermere's undeveloped western side leads to a crag that boasts stunning views of the lake, islands and the Troutbeck fells.
- Challenging
- 4 hours
- 7.5 miles (12.05km)
A dog friendly day out
Four legged friends are welcome on the west shore of Windermere.
La Famille - a new family bike ride
Get in the saddle and take on our new bike ride, aimed at all the family.
Welcome to Claife Viewing Station!
Video of the Claife Viewing Station opening event