Fell Foot, Windermere
Fell Foot, Windermere is a garden, park & outdoor in Cumbria, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry National Trust: lakeside park with an outdoor children's area (swings, climbing frame, small slide) near the south car park, and seasonal rowboat, kayak and paddleboard hire. Pay for parking rather than entry. Newby Bridge LA12 8NN. |
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| Opening times | Park typically 9am-8pm (shorter in winter); check the day's hours. |
| Best time to go | Weekday mornings; sunny summer weekends fill the car park. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | National Trust car parks. (£7 for 2 hours, £8.50 for 4 hours, £10 all day (cash or JustPark); National Trust members free.) |
| Food | Boathouse Café by the lake (dog-friendly) 9.30am-5pm. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | National Trust lakeside park at the south end of Windermere with a play area, boat and paddleboard hire and a café. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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