Keswick

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Keswick featuring street scenes, café lifestyle and signage
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 Park. Take a bus or drive northwest for 30 miles (48 kilometres) from Windermere to reach the village. London 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.

The Derwentwater Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel
3 out of 5
The Derwentwater Hotel, Portinscale, Keswick, England
The price is S$118 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
S$118
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)
Great location
"Greeted by the loveliest chap on reception, couldn’t be more helpful or friendly. Room was huge with amazing view over the lake. Dinner was lovely - short staffed but young lad who looked after us was fantastic. For the location and price you couldn’t ask for more."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

The Derwentwater Hotel
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 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)
Keswick Country House
"We love this hotel. Great parking. Rooms comfortable. Not far to the centre of Keswick. And the evening meal at night is amazing. Staff are so friendly."

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2024

Keswick Country House Hotel
The King's Head Inn
The King's Head Inn
3.5 out of 5
Thirlspot, Thirlmere, Keswick, England
The price is S$191 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
S$191
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)
"The staff were amazing so helpful. I stayed on my own as I was meeting friends, I felt safe an at ease. Definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2024

The King's Head 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.
The Canteen Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Keswick
The Canteen Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Keswick
3 out of 5
Keswick
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a TV. Popular attractions Blencathra and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Very nice and scenic place.
"Loved our stay. Our first family trip away with our 10 week old baby and even she loved it. We had everything we needed at our finger tips. The only slight downfall was the Wi-Fi connection. It was quite hard to connect to and very slow. Being in an area with poor reception for data, the Wi-Fi was ..."

Reviewed on 14 May,2023

The Canteen Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Keswick
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, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Womenrock and Crosthwaite Church are ...
8/10 Very Good! (36 reviews)
Will definitely return
"Great place to stay. The location was fantastic and although not luxurious the room was exactly what you need after a day on the fells."

Reviewed on 18 Feb,2024

Derwent Manor Apartments
St Johns View
St Johns View
3.5 out of 5
Keswick
Stay at this 3.5-star golf cottage in Keswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an onsite playground. Popular attractions The Puzzling Place and Hope Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Spot on smart town centre appartment
"Much better than it looks in the photos. Very comfortable apartment with everything we needed. Very handy convenience store in the entrance hall, surrounded by lovely bars and pubs. Spoiled for choice."

Reviewed on 20 May,2022

St Johns View
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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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
7 Feb 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Feb 2020

No I want to keep quiet about it’s beauty

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Feb 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Chris+Depa
24 Jan 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Jan 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
3 Dec 2019

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.