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Bluebird K7 Heritage Commentary Cruises on Ullswater

Join Ullswater 'Steamers' for special cruises featuring live commentary by Blue Badge Guide Jan Nicholson on the incredible story of Bluebird K7. Two Lakes. One Legend.

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Event Date

11 May 2026

This event occurs daily from
11 May 2026 to 15 May 2026

Description

To coincide with Bluebird K7 – The Festival between 11-15 May, Ullswater 'Steamers' will be welcoming Jan Nicholson, Blue Badge Guide Cumbria, who will provide live onboard commentary on the 3.20pm round the lake sailings from Glenridding, to celebrate the incredible story of Bluebird K7.

Two Lakes. One Legend.

Cruise on selected heritage sailings from Glenridding and discover Ullswater’s foundational role in the Bluebird K7 story, with added commentary. Before the legend continued at Coniston Water, Donald Campbell made history on Ullswater. On the 23rd of July 1955, he achieved his first World Water Speed Record with Bluebird K7 on Ullswater, where he reached 202.32 mph.

If you are searching for unique events in the Lake District, why not visit Ullswater ‘Steamers’, and enjoy a fascinating onboard commentary as you discover where Bluebird K7’s speed records began?

Subject to availability. Standard T&Cs apply.

Event price: Round the Lake Cruise tickets are £26 Adult, £16 Child, £76 Family. No extra charge for commentary.

Start time: 3:20pm to 5.30pm.