We booked about a week in advance 😊

I know it’s anxious awaiting things like this however I’d leave this with them.. the area is all reopen and there on minimal staffing at the jetty (socially distancing) keep a reference of the call attempts and emails. I cannot see them being unreasonable? if the date arrives & they’ve not responded to assist you & you’ve made many attempts to contact them. They were extremely helpful & amenable on our trip. For ref is this the no 015394 45535 you’ve been trying? Great for us 👍🏻 Good Luck!

yes agreed, if you're planning not to get off boat 2 hours is perfect. There is a medieval castle south west of the river, could be worth checking out so allow yourself an additional hour if you add that in.

Yes, we accept dogs on our boats no problem 🐶

You should be able to contact them from 9am until 6-30pm

Hi Steven, please take a look at our website: bownessbaymarina, all the prices are on there. We have a fleet of different boats for you to choose from. We advise booking in advance. We can take payment over the phone when you book. You don't need anything specific to take with you, although a camera is pretty essential as the views from the water are beautiful.

Yes Dogs are welcome on all of our boats as long as they are accompanied by a human ;)

Yes it was/is easy to stop but only at designated public mooring sites which are labeled on the map that is given to you when you set off. You can only have a certain amount of time, perhaps an hour I think, but the information is signposted when you moor up. We moored up at Ambleside and went for a walk and loo break, and then the same at Lakeside. It was sort of a bleak day when we were out and the Lake was very quiet, so no other boats were moored at either site, not sure what it would be like when busy, but the staff are very friendly and would be glad to answer any questions you may have if you ring them.

i think its about 9am till around 6pm

You can you need to go on web and checkout charter boat hire.