Where to park in Windermere

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 Windermere.

• Broad Street 

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 large, popular car park close to Windermere town with public toilets in close proximity of Windermere town and lakeshore; this car park often fills up quickly so arrive early to secure a space.

• Beech Hill 

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

A small car park next door to the Beech Hill Hotel, situated on the A592 midway between Bowness and Newby Bridge on the east side of Windermere. You can walk to the lakeshore from this car park.

• Waterhead

Up to 2 hours: £3, 3 hours: £4.50, 4 hours: £5.40, 5 hours: £6.60, 9 hours: £8.00

Waterhead car park is situated at the northern end of Windermere lake, close to the steamer pier; an ideal place to park for a boat trip on Windermere.

• 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.