Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Set on the shores of Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere, we provide a historic lakeside setting for weddings, conferences, celebrations and corporate events. Our hotel has welcomed guests for more than 250 years, combining heritage with modern accommodation, stylish function rooms and contemporary event facilities. Our location gives guests direct access to the lake, while our private jetty and lakeside moorings add to the distinctive character of the venue. For weddings, we offer packages ranging from intimate celebrations for two to larger gatherings, with our Garden Suite accommodating wedding celebrations for 20–70 guests. Our meetings and events facilities include the Garden Suite, Bay Room, Claife Room and Library, providing options for different event styles and group sizes. We also offer a restaurant, terrace, luxurious spa and thermal suite, leisure facilities and accommodation. Whether hosting a business meeting, conference, wedding or private celebration, we provide a versatile Lake District setting combining comfortable facilities with memorable views across Windermere.