Business Details
Your Lakeside Dining Destination in Bowness-on-Windermere
The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant is a rebranded casual dining restaurant located on the marina in Bowness-on-Windermere. We offer seasonal dishes, weekly specials, and a renowned Sunday roast, complemented by indoor and outdoor seating with panoramic water views. Our venue hosts weekly entertainment and events, making us a vibrant destination for locals and visitors. We specialise in private hire for parties, weddings, and corporate events, with flexible catering options and live entertainment.Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable experiences in a stunning lakeside setting. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients, we celebrate the natural beauty of Lake Windermere while offering modern, light-filled spaces for any occasion. Our commitment to excellence extends to bespoke menus, event planning support, and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the timeless charm of the Lake District.
Services
Private Hire
Live Music Events
Catering Services
Wedding Venue
Gift Vouchers
Highlights and features
- We offer a prime lakeside location with panoramic views of Windermere.
- Our seasonal menus feature fresh, high-quality ingredients and weekly specials.
- We provide versatile private hire spaces for events up to 200 guests.
- Live music every Saturday evening enhances the vibrant dining atmosphere.
- Bespoke catering options tailored to weddings, parties, and corporate events.
Services
Private Hire
The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant offers versatile private hire spaces for events, accommodating intimate gatherings or large celebrations up to 200 guests. Choose from our ground floor with terrace access or first-floor balcony area. Our team provides tailored catering, entertainment options, and event coordination to ensure memorable occasions in a stunning lakeside setting.
Live Music Events
Weekly live music events feature acoustic sets, piano performances, and sing-along anthems from the 80s to today. These Saturday evening sessions create a vibrant atmosphere, combining great music with our lakeside views and seasonal menus to enhance your dining experience in a relaxed yet lively environment.
Catering Services
Our Head Chef creates bespoke catering options for private events, including hot and cold buffets, BBQs, charcuterie boards, and set menus. We accommodate dietary requirements and event themes, ensuring culinary excellence that complements your celebration in our award-winning lakeside venue.
Wedding Venue
The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant provides an elegant lakeside setting for weddings, offering scenic views of Windermere's marina. We cater for micro-weddings, elopements, and post-ceremony receptions with custom menus, event planning support, and a warm atmosphere for intimate celebrations surrounded by natural beauty.
Gift Vouchers
Our gift vouchers offer memorable experiences at The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant, redeemable for waterfront lunches, romantic dinners, or lively evenings with friends. Each voucher includes access to seasonal menus, panoramic views, and our hospitality, making it the perfect gift for special occasions or spontaneous celebrations.
Questions
Can I hire Marina View for private events?
Yes, we offer private hire for events up to 200 guests, with tailored catering and entertainment options.
What type of cuisine does Marina View serve?
We serve seasonal British dishes using fresh, high-quality ingredients, including weekly specials and a Sunday roast.
Are there live music events at Marina View?
Yes, we host live music every Saturday evening featuring acoustic sets, piano, and sing-along anthems.
Where is Marina View located?
We are located at Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JQ, overlooking Lake Windermere.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
Yes, we provide gift vouchers for dining experiences, perfect for special occasions and celebrations.
Can Marina View cater for weddings?
Yes, we offer stylish lakeside weddings with custom menus, event planning, and scenic views of the marina.
Reviews (7)
Jason Bowman
Dec 23, 2021
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Spent a very enjoyable evening last night at the boathouse restaurant, the staff were brilliant and the salmon was the best I have had for a long time. Well worth a visit.
Martin P.
Oct 28, 2021
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Great food, excellent service and a good array of drinks. One star taken off because my personal enjoyment was diminished somewhat as I suffer from allergies from dogs and, as you'd expect for the location, this is a dog friendly place.
Adam James
Oct 24, 2021
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We had the Crab and King Prawn Risotto and Beef Burger! Lovely food and great helpful staff. Food was served quickly and will definitely be back again!
Patrick Mroczak
Oct 08, 2021
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Been there 3x recently due to us looking at purchasing a boat . The food is fantastic, my salmon was just perfect, my husband had their burger, ginormous. Set in a lovely location and lovely service.
Zoe Elliot
Sep 24, 2021
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We phoned ad hoc on Wednesday and was advised we could have a table for 3 at 6pm but needed the table back at 8pm which we were more than happy with. When we got there, Dan was very attentive, asked us where we wanted to sit and we said outside which he then advised it may rain but we still went for outside. He gave us time to read the menus and did not rush us. Well, the food was outstanding. Before the mains were brought out, Rob came to us and advised we may want to move to a table with a heater (which l am glad we did). Food was piping hot and delicious, definitely recommend the mussels, salmon
Tim Tea
Aug 25, 2021
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Nice meal. Sat upstairs overlooking the marina by large balcony doors. Attentive polite staff. Good menu. Food cooked promptly and well. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. You can park in nearby public carpark or take a pleasant 15min stroll back through the NT parkland to the rather more hectic Bowness.
Paige Vandenbroeck
Aug 22, 2021
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The service was incredible. The young gentleman was very attentive and gave his recommendations and they didn't disappoint. Great location and with it being sunny it was a wonderful dining experience. We sat outside and it wasn't too cold at all. We had the halloumi fries and hummus with home made flat bread for starters which were incredible and defiantly the star of the show. I had the crab and king prawn risotto and my boyfriend had the lamb and mint burger which was good but didn't compare to the starters. My partner had the swan blonde beer which was recommended to him and he really enjoyed
