What people say about this experience
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
+ 6
+ 4
Excursions & day trips
Boats
Coniston Campbells cruise
Free cancellation
Place: Windermere
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Instant confirmation
Pet friendly
Do this because
- Enjoy a 90-minute cruise following the route of Sir Malcom and Donald Campbells speed record attempts
- Admire stunning views of the lake and the surrounding area, and see Bluebird's base
- Follow the history of the Campbells’ attempts on the lake
- Identify the important locations on Coniston Water associated with them
- Get a 15% discount from the standard prices when booking online
What to expect
A comprehensive talk about the speed record attempts on Coniston Water from the late 1930s to the mid-60s, also covering recent events. This 90-minute cruise follows the route of the heroic Campbells, concentrating on Donald’s last, fatal bid to better 300mph on water.
These cruises are by way of a tribute to Sir Malcolm and Donald Campbell who did so much to promote the cause of Great Britain in the field of world speed records. Follow the history of the Campbells’ attempts on the lake and identify the important locations on Coniston Water associated with them. In particular, learn about the fateful attempt by Donald Campbell to better 300mph during the winter of 1966/7.
Pier Cottage was where Bluebird was kept during most of the record attempts and it was from here that Donald Campbell set out on the morning of the tragic accident.
Read more
Important to know
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure at 4.30pm
- IMPORTANT: Get a 15% discount from the standard prices when booking online
- Your ticket allows you to travel on the red and yellow routes throughout the day at no extra charge
- Children under 5 go free
- Due to the historic nature of the vessels, a wheelchair can't get onto the boat. If people can walk down 3-4 steps with a handrail, the wheelchair can get to the side of the boat
- The things that may stop the cruise are: Wind speed too high (strong gale force) and lake level too high to get onto jetties after heavy rain/flooding
- Lake freezing over in winter
Read more
What’s included
Cruise
Local guide
What’s not included
Tips (optional)
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 10 minutes before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Coniston Ferry Services Ltd
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
You might also like
Activities
Guided Rydal Mount house and gardens tickets
Book a guided Rydal Mount house and gardens tour home of the poet William Wordsworth to see his lavish home and hear stories of his life.
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Activities
Get an entrance ticket to Rydal Mount gardens and experience poet William Wordsworth's well-groomed gardens.
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Excursions & day trips
Coniston Wild Cat Island cruise
Enjoy a 60-minute cruise and discover Wild Cat Island as seen in the Swallows and Amazons films!
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Excursions & day trips
Enjoy the stunning views on a 45-minute cruise around the lake or hop on and off throughout the day.
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Excursions & day trips
Coniston Swallows and Amazons cruise
Step into the world of Arthur Ransome and enjoy a 90-minute cruise of Swallows and Amazons!
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Excursions & day trips
Book now a 90-minute cruise following the route of Sir Malcom and Donald Campbells speed record attempts!
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Excursions & day trips
Brantwood boat tour from Coniston
Book online a relaxing cruise to Brantwood and admire the stunning views over the Lake District landscape.
free cancellation
Available in:
en
Company 
We recommend
Help & support
