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Keswick is both the most northerly of the Lake District’s towns and maybe its best located: at the northern end of beautiful Derwentwater, it’s surrounded by large fells including Skiddaw and Blencathra, two of the most popular among walkers and hikers. It’s also the perfect spot to explore this part of the national park, notably the valleys of Borrowdale and Buttermere.
Right in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Keswick is still only 20 minutes from the M6 – and close enough to some of the Lake District’s best-known lakes, including Bassenthwaite, Thirlmere and Ullswater as well as Derwentwater. Fancy some fell-waking? There’s Skiddaw and Blencathra, but don’t forget Grizedale Pike and Catbells, a fell that is popular with walkers of all ages and abilities.
Keswick is both the most northerly of the Lake District’s towns and maybe its best located: at the northern end of beautiful Derwentwater, it’s surrounded by large fells including Skiddaw and Blencathra, two of the most popular among walkers and hikers. It’s also the perfect spot to explore this part of the national park, notably the valleys of Borrowdale and Buttermere.
Right in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Keswick is still only 20 minutes from the M6 – and close enough to some of the Lake District’s best-known lakes, including Bassenthwaite, Thirlmere and Ullswater as well as Derwentwater. Fancy some fell-waking? There’s Skiddaw and Blencathra, but don’t forget Grizedale Pike and Catbells, a fell that is popular with walkers of all ages and abilities.
Little is known about the early history of Keswick, but St Kentigern is known to have preached at Crosthwaite (to the east of the town centre) in AD 556. A Norman church was built on the spot in 1181, followed by a small settlement.
The church apparently attracted unofficial markets following church services. This caused much contention until a market charter was granted in 1276 to a small cheese dairy not far away on the banks of the river Greta. This was the start of Keswick, whose name translates as ‘cheese farm'.
As Keswick grew in size, the original settlement at Crosthwaite declined, leaving the church isolated.
Prosperity came to Keswick in the 16th century with the extraction of minerals from the surrounding fells. With no local mining expertise, skilled German miners were drafted in to work the copper and lead mines in the Newlands Valley, and a large smelting plant was established at Brigham (where the A66 road bridge crosses the river Greta).
The later discovery of wadd (graphite) at Seathwaite in Borrowdale gave rise to around 14 pencil manufacturing businesses in the area, one of which - the Cumberland Pencil Company - was operational in Keswick up to 2007.
Blencathra - Set near Skiddaw forest overlooking the River Greta in the north of the Lake District, Blencathra is one of the county's most renowned peaks.
Borrowdale - From above the shores of Derwentwater, Borrowdale presents an impressive picture - high peaks reflected in the lovely lake. The valley is a paradise for all walkers with low and high routes to suit all tastes. It's a playground for rock climbers too.
Castlerigg Stone Circles - Castlerigg is perhaps the most atmospheric and dramatically sited of all British stone circles, with panoramic views and the mountains of Helvellyn and High Seat as a backdrop.
Latrigg Fell - Latrigg is Keswick’s premier viewpoint. It sits in a superb position high above the northern edge of town with its back nestled against Skiddaw’s towering flanks and its front and sides open across the whole Vale of Derwent. From its lofty summit you can sit and have a fantastic time spotting almost the whole of the Lake District’s central fells.
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The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by…
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display…
This National Trust wood is a wonderful place to be - right by the lake shore.
With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from…
The Royal Oak is an 18th-century coaching inn within the hustle and bustle of Keswick town centre.…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from…
The Royal Oak is an 18th-century coaching inn within the hustle and bustle of Keswick town centre.…
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired…
The newly renovated family and dog-friendly Rooms36, VB 4-star silver award-winning bed and…
Whinlatter is a great place for walking with many miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to…
The Full Snow Moon in Leo illuminates our path to self-expression, confidence, and creative power.…
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite…
Crummock Water has unparalleled views. At 2.5 miles long, it is a clear, rocky bottomed lake…
Skiddaw's simple symmetry appeals to the child in us all. Its form needs no explanation; it is a…
For a fine dining experience which includes enticing menus and attentive service, the Borrowdale…
Usually held on the first Thursday of the month, our wine tasting evenings are full of laughter and…
A 6-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake…
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. At…
The full Strawberry moon is a time to lean into the vibrant energy of the season. As the…
We are a family run business that has been making fine jewellery for over 30 years, all of which is…
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…
The full Buck Moon in Capricorn celebrates the vibrant energy of the summer, when the young male…
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The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by…
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display…
This National Trust wood is a wonderful place to be - right by the lake shore.
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KESWICK
Pay and display car park with 21 spaces. Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
Keswick
Explore the woodland and take in the dramatic scenery overlooking Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw in England’s highest mountain forest.
Two Trampers are available daily at the visitor centre from 10:30am onwards for 4 hours.
KESWICK
Long Stay car park with a capacity of 150 spaces, 4 disabled spaces.
KESWICK
Long Stay Car Park with 253 spaces, 6 disabled spaces and 4 coach bays.
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
Nr Keswick
Dodd Wood is a fantastic place to get some amazing views of the northern Lake District. The network of walking trails will guide you deep into the woodland and onto walking trails leading to the Skiddaw massif. For spectacular views over…
Keswick
Mirehouse is a beautiful family home in a breathtaking setting, welcoming visitors of all ages. Stroll lakeside paths, explore woodland playgrounds, and enjoy the Poetry Walk or the serene walled Bee Garden. Inside, discover fascinating literary…
Keswick
A Pay on Exit system operates in the main car park.
Buy a Discovery Pass for Grizedale and/or Whinlatter forests and enjoy free car parking all year plus a range of other great discounts for you and your family.
KESWICK
Long stay pay and display car park, located in Otley Road, with 87 spaces.
KESWICK
Pay and display car park with 20 spaces.
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
KESWICK
Car park with 20 spaces. To get there from Keswick, take the A66 toward Cockermouth. Follow signs for Braithwaite on the B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head through Braithwaite and on approx 2 miles to Hobcarton car park on your left (identified by a green…
KESWICK
A small free car park with 20 spaces. Located on the back road to Thornthwaite, off the A66.
KESWICK
Pay & Display car park with 22 spaces.
Kettlewell is a small and popular pay-and-display car park on the shores of Derwent Water. A great place for water-sports, bring your canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard, unload and set off for the islands.…
KESWICK
Pay & Display car park with 40 spaces.
At 350m altitude, this is a good place to gain height before heading for the summits or to start a downhill walk and catch the bus back up.
The car park is off the B5289 at the summit of Honister Pass between…
KESWICK
Located next to Booths Supermarket.
Pay and display parking.
KESWICK
Pay and display car park with 45 spaces. Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
KESWICK
Pay and display car park with 35 spaces.
Public toilets adjacent to car park.
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Blencathra boasts two of the Lake District's finest ridges, Sharp Edge and Hall's Fell Ridge. Sharp Edge is the more technical of the two and is usually viewed with mixed emotions; its lofty position and fine sculpted crest have the capacity to…
KESWICK
From Keswick: Take the A66 west towards Cockermouth. At Braithwaite turn west onto the B5292 for Lorton. Follow Visitor Centre Sign Posts.
Car park with 35 spaces. Pay on exit. Charges apply 24 hours a day. Short walk to Whinlatter Forest visitor…
Cockermouth
This is a popular route (1.25km each way) for walkers leading to the shore of Crummock Water. The views over the lake to Mellbreak and surrounding fells are breathtaking.
Pay & Display car park with 32 spaces.
Public toilets adjacent to the car park.
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