Keswick

Travel Guide

Keswick which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people
Keswick featuring street scenes, café lifestyle and signage
Keswick
Keswick showing street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people
Keswick showing a small town or village, signage and café lifestyle

Peruse quaint shops and cafés, learn about the Lake Poets and rent a boat in this quaint market town.

Amid mountains and a lake, Keswick is a popular village in the Lake District. Browse the 700-year-old market and learn about the commune’s association with poets Samuel Coleridge and Robert Southey.

Experience the region’s creative scene at the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Its collections tell the story of the village’s social and industrial progression. Browse through galleries showcasing works by local artists and writers. Learn about the area’s history via exhibits of pre-historic tools, Roman ceramics and medieval relics.

See a 26-foot-long (8-metre) colored pencil at the Cumberland Pencil Museum. It is the former site of a large pencil manufacturing industry and has exhibits including gadget pencils from World War II. Participate in a workshop to draw with fine art pencils.

See the ornate interior and large organ of the medieval Crosthwaite Church. Look for the memorial to poet Robert Southey. Twelve consecration crosses are hung inside and outside the church.

Walk east for 1.6 mile (2.6 kilometres) from the village centre to find the Castlerigg Stone Circle. The ceremonial site dating back to 3,000 B.C. is from the Neolithic period. Snap photos of the stones with a dramatic mountain backdrop.

Aside from cultural highlights, the village is a common base for exploring spectacular terrain. Prepare for your ascent of Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. Start climbing from Borrowdale for the most scenic route.

Between the mountain and Keswick lies the vast lake of Derwent Water. Enjoy views of the woodland surrounding the lake and the islands that decorate it. Rent a boat from the small marina near Keswick for an adventure on the water.

The village is north of Derwent Water in the northern section of the Lake District National ParkOpens in a new window. Take a bus or drive northwest for 30 miles (48 kilometres) from WindermereOpens in a new window to reach the village. LondonOpens in a new window is a bit more than 300 miles (500 kilometres) south.

Relish the diverse scenery and historic sites in Keswick, where natural beauty inspired some of England’s greatest poetry.

Keswick Country House Hotel
Keswick Country House Hotel
3 out of 5
Station Road Keswick On Derwentwater, Keswick, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great break
"Despite the wet weather, we still enjoyed our stay - 3rd time here. Food is excellent, reception staff are very friendly and the grounds are magnificent. Only a short walk from Keswick centre. Fitz park very well kept. Lovely stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

Keswick Country House Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel
3 out of 5
The Derwentwater Hotel, Portinscale, Keswick, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$172 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
S$172
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (303 reviews)
"Excellent location and price"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

The Derwentwater Hotel
Lake District Castle Inn
Lake District Castle Inn
4 out of 5
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, England
The price is S$249 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
S$249
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
"We enjoyed a quiet weekend in the Lake District in the Castle Inn conveniently located near Keswick. The hotel is comfortable and in the late stage of being upgraded; this was happening in the background and did not impact nor disturb. I did feel the staff were a bit thin on the ground; however, ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Lake District Castle Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Derwent Manor Apartments
Derwent Manor Apartments
3 out of 5
Derwent Manor Apartments, Keswick, England
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Womenrock and Crosthwaite Church ...
7.6/10 Good! (56 reviews)
Pleasant hotel in lovely location
"Unfortunately our booked apartment accommodation was unavailable due to a gas leak. However, we were moved to a nice double room and given free breakfast to make up for this. We were also offered 50 % of dinner but the available dining slots were extremely limited so couldn't use that. It was a very ..."

Reviewed on 20 May, 2025

Derwent Manor Apartments
Fox's Den
Fox's Den
3 out of 5
Keswick
Stay at this 3-star golf cottage in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions The Puzzling Place and Hope Park are located nearby.
"All perfect"

Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2025

Fox's Den
Swinside Cottage
Swinside Cottage
3 out of 5
Keswick
Stay at this 3-star golf cottage in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and The Puzzling Place are located nearby.
"Comfortable cottage that was well equipped and really clean. The cottage was in a great location"

Reviewed on 31 May, 2024

Swinside Cottage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Keswick

4.7
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely place, good drinking options. Well worth a visit to the Lakes Distillery also!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

No I want to keep quiet about it’s beauty

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We love Keswick & often stay here to do a little walking & enjoy the great pubs & pub food at night

5/5 - Excellent

Chris+Depa

Highly recommend the Cheese Deli in Keswick (if you like cheese)

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We love the area for its relaxed vibe with plenty of places to eat and drink.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love everything about Keswick from the warmth and friendliness of the people to the lovely variety of shops, restaurants and pubs. The beautiful views of lakes and fells. Great choice of accommodation to suit all tastes. Theatre and cinema excellent.