Press Release: XX April 2017
Teddies and kids go FREE this Easter with Ullswater
‘Steamers’
This Easter it’s time to explore the stunning Ullswater valley with a host of not only
golden daffodils but a variety of events and activities to keep everybody entertained.
From the 8th – 23rd April 2017 Ullswater ‘Steamers’ are offering free travel for their
younger visitors aged between 5 – 15 years, when they take along their favourite
Teddy bear and enjoy a cruise on a historic ‘Steamer’. Once on-board the kids and
teddies will be kept fully entertained with a selection of colouring sheets.
Lisa Braithwaite, Attractions Marketing Manager at Lake District Estates says;
“We are looking forward to celebrating the Easter holidays with our ever-popular
family event. It is a great day out for the whole family and especially nice to treat Ted
to a trip out on the lake. Now in its fourth year it continues to get bigger and better
each year and is a great way to encourage the kids to get outside and enjoy the
fantastic scenery we have on offer.”
After the cruise, it’s time to take Ted on a very special Teddy trail just waiting to be
discovered between Aira Force and Glenridding Pier on part of the new Ullswater
Way.
The multi award-winning attraction is also encouraging visitors to get social by
posting photos of the best dressed bear on a boat social media platforms, don’t
forget to tag ‘Steamers’ in your posts and use #teddyfest
For further information about events and cruises with Ullswater Steamers please
visit: www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk
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Notes to Editors:
For additional information or to arrange a press trip please contact Sarah Jones on 01539 825052 or
e-mail [email protected]
Children aged 5-15 travel free between April 8th and 23rd with their teddies. Each child must be
accompanied by a full paying adult and present the teddy when purchasing tickets at the Pier
Houses.
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is a family-owned business that has been operating in the tranquil Ullswater
Valley since 1859. Today, the company provides a sustainable and environmentally friendly way
of linking some of the most iconic walking routes and views in the Lake District National Park.
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ has one of the largest heritage passenger vessel fleets in England, including
the oldest working passenger vessel in the world, Lady of the Lake.
The business’s awards include Gold at CREA’s 2014 and 2015 Green at Heart Award, Gold for
the 2013 and 2014 GTBS Visit England award and winner of Cumbria Tourism’s 2011
Sustainable Tourism award, among many others.
The ‘Steamers’ run every day of the year except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and prices
start at £6.40 for an adult ticket.