Where to park in Bowness

Whether you’re planning a boat trip, hike, bike ride or stroll by the lakeshore, here’s a handy guide on where to park in Bowness.

  • Rayrigg Meadow 

Up to 1 hour: £1.80, up to 2 hours: £3.20, up to 4 hours: £5.40, up to 6 hours: £6.60

A small, popular car park in close proximity of Bowness town and lakeshore; this car park often fills up quickly so arrive early to secure a space.

  • Braithwaite Fold Car Park 

Up to 3 hours: £4.20, up to 4 hours: £5.40, up to 6 hours: £6.60, up to 12 hours: £8.00- overnight parking is available for motorhomes at a charge of £10

A large car park with a public toilet and situated within walking distance of Bowness centre.  You can pay by phone here or use the machine.

  • Ferry Nab 

Up to 1 hour: £1.80, up to 2 hours: £3.20, up to 4 hours: £5.40, up to 6 hours: £6.60

A medium car park with around 120 spaces situated on Ferry Nab Marina. A great spot for exploring businesses on the marina or walking into Bowness centre.

  • Glebe Road Car Park

Up to 3 hours: £4.20, up to 4 hours: £5.40, up to 6 hours: £6.60, up to 12 hours: £8.00, up to 3 days £17.50, up to 7 days £34.00

A long stay car park with around 124 spaces on Glebe Road, within walking distance of Bowness centre, the marina and lake.

  • Quarry Mount 

Up to 30 minutes £0.50, up to 1 hour £1.80, up to 2 hours £3.20, up to 3 hours £4.20, up to 4 hours £5.40

A small car park in the centre of Bowness perfect for exploring the town. Pay by phone and ticket machine available. Long stay options are also available from £17.50 for 3 days and £34.00 for 7 days.

  • Hammarbank

Up to 1 hour: £1.30, up to 2 hours: £2.50, up to 4 hours: £4.00, all day £5.50

A small car park overlooking Windermere lake situated on the A592 between Bowness and the junction A591. The car park is a popular spot for a viewpoint over Windermere and walks to Queen Adelaid’s Hill and Orrest Head. There is often an ice cream van located in the park too.

  • Wray Castle Car Park

Ideal for exploring Windermere’s western shores and Wray Castle, this car park is National Trust owned meaning members can park for free. Other nearby National Trust car parks include Ash Landing car park and Harrowslack car park.