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The accommodations at The Wild Boar are cosy and well-appointed, each offering a relaxing haven after a day of local exploration. The inn features an acclaimed restaurant and smokehouse, serving a variety of delicious meals, including locally sourced meats and traditional pub favourites. The on-site bar offers a wide selection of ales and wines, and the warm and friendly staff are dedicated to providing excellent service to ensure guests have a memorable stay.
Due to its prime location in Bowness-on-Windermere, The Wild Boar provides guests with easy access to a variety of local attractions in the Lake District. The beautiful Lake Windermere is just a short walk away, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and watersports. The bustling village of Bowness, with its variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, is also within easy reach. Other nearby attractions include The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and the Lakes Aquarium. Numerous walking and hiking trails in the area offer the chance to immerse oneself in the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District. Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an adventurous holiday, The Wild Boar offers a convenient and comfortable base for your Lake District experience.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 430 feet / 131 metres above sea level
Windermere Beach
Near Windermere - a shingle composition 2.5 miles away. This is not your traditional beach, but known to locals as Windermere Beach, an inland freshwater beach backed by flat grassy land on the lake. A good spot to have a picnic and relax when the weather permits
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Car Electric Charge Point
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Outside Seating
Room Service
Luggage Storage
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Wedding Venue / Facilities
Free Wifi Internet
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Outside Seating
Room Service
Luggage Storage
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
22.2 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
41.0 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 36 Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
10.1 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
10.1 miles M6 Junction 38
Kendal, Brough, Appleby
12.5 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
2.4 miles Staveley
station code = SVL
LA8 9NB
2.7 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Wild Boar Inn Bowness-on-Windermere
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Windermere Golf Club -
LA23 3NB
SD 41938 96231
= spoons.spindles.backpack Hotels nearby. 17 minutes walk
LA23 3NB
SD 41938 96231
= spoons.spindles.backpack Hotels nearby.
An 18 hole course in the heart of the beautiful Lake district with practice area, bar and restaurant - visitors welcome
1.1m / 1.8km -
Windermere Lake Cruises -
LA23 3HQ
SD 40127 96757
= ferrying.volcano.eyeliner Hotels nearby. 34 minutes walk
LA23 3HQ
SD 40127 96757
= ferrying.volcano.eyeliner Hotels nearby.
Lake tours stopping at several ferry landing points on the lake, a great way to combine a lake cruise with part of a longer walk to areas you may not normally see
2.3m / 3.7km -
Beckside Golf Course -
LA8 8LE
SD 45792 93859
= runways.gear.winds Hotels nearby. 25 minutes walk
LA8 8LE
SD 45792 93859
= runways.gear.winds Hotels nearby.
A 9 hole undulating course over 4220 yards
1.7m / 2.7km -
Windermere Steamboat Museum -
LA23 1BN
SD 40213 97626
= clays.tasks.hitters Hotels nearby. 37 minutes walk
LA23 1BN
SD 40213 97626
= clays.tasks.hitters Hotels nearby.
A boat museum on the shores of windermere , reopened in Mar29 after a long period of closure - with a selection of working steam boats, and other local craft all relevent to the area plus a large undercover display and café
2.5m / 4km -
Blackwell Arts and Craft House -
LA23 3JT
SD 40163 94592
= materials.dads.roving Hotels nearby. 32 minutes walk
LA23 3JT
SD 40163 94592
= materials.dads.roving Hotels nearby.
A large property and arts & Crafts historic house with tea rooms and craft shop
2.1m / 3.4km -
Orrest Head -
LA23 1AP
SD 41422 99360
= sour.equipping.flash Hotels nearby.
2.8m / 4.5km - 42 minutes walk
LA23 1AP
SD 41422 99360
= sour.equipping.flash Hotels nearby.
A fell north of Windermere, notable for being the first fell Alfred Wainwright climbed. The summit gives good panoramic views of a number of fells some distance away. The walk to the summit is not that far from Windermere
Elevation = 238 Meters / 780.8 Feet2.8m / 4.5km -
The World Of Beatrix Potter -
LA23 3BX
SD 40350 96987
= slicer.relaxed.elections Hotels nearby. 33 minutes walk
LA23 3BX
SD 40350 96987
= slicer.relaxed.elections Hotels nearby.
A tourist attraction in Bowness-on-Windermere with re-creations of of your favorite characters, via a self guided walk through the attraction, with a shops and tea rooms
2.2m / 3.5km -
Lake Windermere -
LA23 3HE
SD 39385 97204
= livid.rejoiced.sending Hotels nearby. 42 minutes walk
LA23 3HE
SD 39385 97204
= livid.rejoiced.sending Hotels nearby.
Windermere is the largest natural lake in England, just over 11 miles long with several popular lakeland towns on its shores
2.8m / 4.5km -
The Old Laundry Theatre -
LA23 3BX
SD 40365 97033
= fattest.trial.trackers Hotels nearby. 33 minutes walk
LA23 3BX
SD 40365 97033
= fattest.trial.trackers Hotels nearby.
A small intimate theatre with top class acts including theatre, musicals, comedy , film screening and more - see the events calendar for more
2.2m / 3.5km -
Hawkshead Brewery -
LA8 9LR
SD 47181 98295
= blurs.cinemas.proposals Hotels nearby. 43 minutes walk
LA8 9LR
SD 47181 98295
= blurs.cinemas.proposals Hotels nearby.
Take a tour around this Lake District Brewery. There is also a Beer Hall with light meals
2.9m / 4.7km - View more hotels nearby with distances
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House - Bowness-on-Windermere - 0.52
The Brown Horse Inn - Windermere - 1.55
Linthwaite House Hotel - Windermere - 1.77
Fair Rigg - Bowness-on-Windermere - 1.91
Brooklands - Guest house - Windermere - 1.93
Dome House - Bowness-on-Windermere - 1.96
Blenheim Lodge - Windermere - 1.96
Hillthwaite House Hotel - Windermere - 2.02
Windermere Studio Rooms - Windermere - 2.02
The Ryebeck Country House & Restaurant - Bowness-on-windermere - 2.03
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Inn?
The Windermere Beach is 2.5 miles from this Inn. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions