Pooley Bridge Travel Guide

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Duke of Portland boathouse, Ullswater nr Pooley Bridge, Cumbria
Duke of Portland boathouse, Ullswater nr Pooley Bridge, Cumbria
Steamer pier @ Pooley Bridge..steamer travels to Howtown, Glenriddin and also Aira Force (where you can visit the Aira Force waterfall).
A Village in winter
HDR image of Pooley Bridge boat house taken one very cold and damp morning

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Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

3.5 out of 5
Pooley Bridge Penrith England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$253 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$253
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Penrith. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (524 reviews)
Wonderful hotel - lovely attention to detail with treats in the bedroom - lovely friendly staff

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge
Pooley Bridge Inn

Pooley Bridge Inn

3 out of 5
Finkle Street Penrith England
The price is NZ$504 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$504
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Penrith. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
Great staff warm welcome and lovley comfortable room with a balcony

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Pooley Bridge Inn
Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is NZ$348 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$348
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,231 reviews)
Fantastic stay definitely recommend, had a great time for my girlfriends birthday they sorted a bouquet of flowers out for me, upgraded our room to the bowness suite a unforgettable stay, staff were very friendly , spa lovely and relaxing and afternoon was perfect in cocktail bar overlooking Windermere ...

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
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Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kotel Windermere
Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

4 out of 5
The Lodge, Kendal Road Windermere England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a health club. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Had a lovely stay at this place! The space was spotless, beautifully kept, and had everything I needed for a really comfortable visit. Claire was a fantastic host — super friendly, responsive, and made everything feel easy from start to finish. The place felt cosy and welcoming, and it was clear ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District

Troutbeck England
Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Absolutely lovely cottage. Had phesants eating outside patio doors. Views was amazing . Alreay booked it again for later in year.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
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Popular places to visit

Ullswater

Ullswater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its lively bars.

Ullswater
Lowther Castle at Penrith in Lake District from Cumbria in England, Shutterstock ID 712013206, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:

Lowther Castle and Gardens

You can find out about the history of Lowther with a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Lowther Castle and Gardens
Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith Castle

Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Penrith Castle
Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic

Aira Force

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Aira Force
A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March.

Dalemain Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Dalemain Country Park
Knocker on door with sanctuary ring

Brougham Hall

You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Brougham Hall

Activities

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

NZ$134
per adult
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

NZ$134
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

NZ$171
per adult
Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour
Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket

Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket

NZ$34
per adult
Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket
Literary Lake District Visit with Interactive Travel Guide

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

NZ$30
per traveller
Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District

Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District

NZ$171
per adult
Mountain Biking/coaching experience in the Lake District
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Cities near Pooley Bridge

Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith

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