Cradled between the imposing fells and mountains which surround Derwentwater, 'Queen of the English Lakes’ the historic market town of Keswick makes an ideal starting point for your Lakeland experience. Keswick has a huge range of activities and events to suit any visitor to the area.

There are many activities straight from the front door - a 15 minute stroll down the once used Keswick railway line will take you to the beautifully restored centre with a good variety of local pubs, restaurants and shops catering for all your outdoor needs.

For those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of town, a wide selection of enjoyable walks are easily accessible. The challenging Skiddaw and Helvellyn range, to the picturesque Catbells and Latrigg are all on the doorstep. Why not take a quick look at our ‘walks’ or ‘links’ pages for inspiration on what to do no matter what the weather is doing as there is a host of activities to make your Lakeland stay a rewarding and enjoyable time.

For anyone interested in photography or ancient monuments, Castlerigg Stone Circle is well worth the 10 minute stroll up the hill. Or, why not try something different, the former railway line now forms part of the ‘coast to coast’ cycle network where a stopover in Keswick is not only desirable but essential and within sight of ‘Hazelwood’.

If you are looking for a more relaxed and easy going pace, then why not enjoy a scenic tour around Derwentwater on one of the launches, which can be picked up from several landing stages. Or, visit the famous Pencil Museum or any of the other attractions in town