Windermere lake

Safety on the lake

If there is danger to life or danger or serious injury and you need rescue, call for the coastguard on 999.

To ensure the safety of everyone using the lake please make sure that you:

  • wear, or use, the correct type of flotation device
  • understand the navigation aids, signs and buoys
  • understand the speed limits
  • know how to identify a lifebelt and how to report a missing lifebelt
  • make sure you know about the 'swim safe' code
  • understand which jetties you can use and how to use them

For more information, scroll down to the 'Boat Safety' section on this Lake District National Park website page

Contact

Email: lake.wardens@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Telephone: 015394 427 53
Address: Ferry Nab, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3JH