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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.
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…
Flag stone floors, oak beams and roaring log fires create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at the…
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months…
A few minutes’ walk from the market town of Keswick and Derwentwater Lake, the Keswick Country…
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
At first glance the western side of the Helvellyn range may seem a little dull. They display slopes…
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Set in Threlkeld, a quiet village just outside of Keswick with views of Blencathra and surrounding…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Authentic rural Lakeland farmstead standing in well-maintained grounds beside small wood sheltering…
Borrowdale is quite a complex valley its head is split into a series of off-shoots like the…
Beautiful natural slate products from England's last working mine. Forces of nature formed this…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this…
The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by…
The Full Snow Moon in Leo illuminates our path to self-expression, confidence, and creative power.…
Sunnyside Guest House is located in the picturesque town of Keswick and just a short walk from the…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Just past the famous Ashness Bridge, clamber up the hill to the right from the road to experience…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…
Flag stone floors, oak beams and roaring log fires create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at the…
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months…
A few minutes’ walk from the market town of Keswick and Derwentwater Lake, the Keswick Country…
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef…
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months…
A few minutes’ walk from the market town of Keswick and Derwentwater Lake, the Keswick Country…
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
At first glance the western side of the Helvellyn range may seem a little dull. They display slopes…
You’ve never experienced anything like this… Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against…
Set in Threlkeld, a quiet village just outside of Keswick with views of Blencathra and surrounding…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Authentic rural Lakeland farmstead standing in well-maintained grounds beside small wood sheltering…
Borrowdale is quite a complex valley its head is split into a series of off-shoots like the…
Beautiful natural slate products from England's last working mine. Forces of nature formed this…
Keswick Launch offers 50-minute cruises around Derwentwater. Rowing boats and motor boats are also…
Wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting, Archery, Clay Pigeon…
Do you know what to do when the mist comes down or how to accurately take and follow a compass…
A rusty 'tin shed' beside a dramatic waterfall in a remote valley just outside Keswick – this…
The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by…
The Full Snow Moon in Leo illuminates our path to self-expression, confidence, and creative power.…
Sunnyside Guest House is located in the picturesque town of Keswick and just a short walk from the…
Rookin House offers a wide range of activities including Horse Riding, Quad Biking, Go-Karting,…
Just past the famous Ashness Bridge, clamber up the hill to the right from the road to experience…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National…
Flag stone floors, oak beams and roaring log fires create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at the…
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Penrith
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Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A well stocked trail centre bike shop offering premium bike hire, fast repairs and premium road and mountain bike sales. We also offer guiding and…
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Keswick
Rural location, small hamlet but only 1.5 miles from Keswick and Skiddaw and with outstanding views southwards. Ideal for fell walking, touring, water sports and ready access to north and central Lakes. Arrival time 16.00, departure 10.00.
Keswick is an attractive traditional small market town, which offers a variety of attractions, friendly shopping and a range of local delicacies.
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Buttermere is ringed by the crags and peaks of Haystacks, Feetwith Pike and others. The 4 mile walk around the lake boasts impressive views.
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The climb onto the main ridge of the High Stile Range is a bit on the stiff side but once you get onto the ridge the walk along its craggy and boulder strewn crest is superb. The setting is magnificent with wide ranging views across Ennerdale to…
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Beautiful natural slate products from England's last working mine. Forces of nature formed this rugged corner of the lake district over 450 million years ago – its legacy today is honister green slate. With quality unique and bespoke gifts that last…
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Derwent Water Marina is situated in the peaceful and sheltered northwest corner of the lake in the picturesque village of Portinscale, just a 20-minute walk from Keswick.
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months ahead. It is a reminder for us to do the same physically and mentally, aligning to the rhythm of the season. It invites us to embrace stability,…
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