Derwentwater and Keswick

Local information

Keswick, a small market town in the Northern Lake District is encircled by the grandeur of the high fells, it lies close to the shore of picturesque Derwent Water at the foot of the scenic Borrowdale Valley.

It is an ideal location not only for all season/all weather walking, climbing, sailing, mountain biking, fell running and cycling but also provides a wealth of low level paths and less arduous fells for those who want to take things easier.

There is a wide range of other interesting things to do and see in the area, including a variety of shops, a theatre, galleries and museums. Keswick and the local area has an extensive choice of good cafes, pubs and restaurants.

You may find the following websites useful:

www.lake-district.gov.uk - The official site of the Lake District National Park Authority
www.keswick.org - Keswick tourism information site
www.metoffice.gov.uk/loutdoor/mountainsafety/lakedistrict.html - Up to date local weather forecast
www.theatrebythelake.co.uk - Keswick's year-round professional producing and presenting theatre
www.forestry.gov.uk/alturatrail - Information on the the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District at Whinlatter Forest Park
www.keswickbikes.co.uk - Bike shop in Keswick
www.biketreks.net - Bike shop in Ambleside
www.morethanmountains.co.uk - Outdoor activity providers offering rock climbing, scrambling, guided walks and navigation courses.
www.selectbrochure.com/pub/30/ - View Keswick brochure on-line
www.TripAdvisor.co.uk - Read reviews of Grassmoor Guest House

Keswick town centre and Moot Hall