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The busy market town of Keswick nestles between the Siddaw Mountains and Derwentwater. 

Following the discovery of graphite in the district in 1550, Keswick became the source of world's first graphite pencils.

The famous Derwent factory, established in 1832, still produces high quality fine art pencils and at the Cumberland. The Pencil Museum is a popular tourist attraction, with visitors get the chance to explore the facinating history of pencils and pencil making.

Writers and poets were attracted to Keswick from the late 18th century.

William and Dororthy Wordsworth stayed here, as did Samuel Taylor Coleridge and his brother-in-low, Robert Southey (the poet laureate). 

The area's connection with these famous poets, and the well-known landscape painters, Turner and Constable, soon encouraged other visitors. 

After the opening of a railway line to Keswick in 1865, the town became popular tourist destination. Today, tourism remains the major industry and the town offers a wealth of outdoor activities and a busy programme of festivals and events. 

The Moot Hall in the marketplace, once the town hall, is now used as the local tourist information office.

A highlight of the town's attractions is the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. This Victorian museum opened in 1898 and, apart from the introduction of electric lighting and heating, has remained unchanged ever since. 

Not far from Keswick is the Whinlatter Forest Park. Owned by the Forestry Commission, this forest overlooks Bassenthwaite Lake and the Lorton Valley and provides a range of year round activities. 

Keswick lies in the North Lakes, a dramatic glaciated landscape.

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Mirehouse 4.5 miles north-west of Keswick on A591 Mirehouse is in a spectacular location close to the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake, on the northern edge of the Lake District.  The building in 1666 was a two-storeyed hunting lodge iIn 1790 wings were added to the house. Mirehouse has literary and artistic connections. Thomas Carlyle and Alfred Tennyson were frequent visitors to the house. Gardens. More On The House Admission Fee
 

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Hilton Keswick Lodore Borrowdale Keswick CA12 5UX MAP
Standing on the banks of Lake Derwentwater, The Lodore Falls Hotel is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Lodore Falls and is surrounded by 40 acres of gardens and woodlands. Leisure facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a ...

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Lodore Falls Hotel Borrowdale Keswick CA12 5UX MAP
Overlooking Derwentwater, the elegant Lodore Falls Hotel is set in stunning Lake District scenery. Situated in 40 acres of beautiful Lake District countryside, this hotel offers a delightful base for exploring.

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Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel Grange-in-Borrowdale Keswick CA12 5UQ MAP
Originally a magnificent private residence, Borrowdale Gates maintains the homely atmosphere of a genuine country house. Set in an outstanding location widley regarded as the best walking area in the Lakes District, on the edge of..

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Queens Hotel Main Street Keswick CA12 5JF MAP
The Queens Hotel has enjoyed a perfect location in the centre of picturesque Keswick, in the heart of the English Lake District, since being rebuilt in 1826.Surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, yet perfectly placed for all the benefits…

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Derwentwater Hotel Portinscale Keswick CA12 5RE MAP
The epitome of a Lakeland country house hotel set in 16 acres of conservation grounds on the shores of Derwent Water. Refurbished to provide high standards of accommodation - sublimely comfortable without being pretentious. The Deer’s Leap ...

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The Kings Head Hotel Thirlmere Near Keswick CA12 4TN MAP
A former 17th Century coaching inn situated at the foot of Helvellyn in the heart of The Lake District, The Kings Head Hotel & Inn is surrounded by spectacular scenery with unsurpassed views toward St. Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw..

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The Leathes Head Hotel Borrowdale Keswick CA12 5UY MAP
Magnificent Edwardian Country House Hotel set in 3 acres of lawns & woodland, offering peaceful & tranquil surroundings, beautiful views and some of the best walking in th country. Our award winning Restaurant offers fine dining from local produce..

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Skiddaw Hotel 29-31 Main Street Keswick CA12 5BN MAP
Few hotels can boast a town centre location set amongst beautiful scenic countryside. Surrounded by the Lakes and Mountains of The English Lake District.

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The Grange Country House Manor Brow, Ambleside Road Keswick CA12 4BA MAP
5 Star Guest House Accomodation accredited. Situated in its own grounds, overlooking Keswick-on-Derwentwater and the surrounding mountains, this elegant lakeland house offers a warm, relaxing atmosphere.

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Cherry Trees Guest House 16 Eskin Street Keswick CA12 4DQ MAP
Warm, comfortable en suite rooms with king size beds. 5 minute walk to town centre and 10 minutes walk to Derwentwater. Good freshly prepared food. We are totally non-smoking.Bank Holidays - 3 night bookings only accepted..

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Leonards Field House 3 Leonard Street Keswick CA12 4EJ MAP
Central, quiet location. A warm welcome is extended to our family run guest house. Walkers well catered for. Hearty breakfasts using local fayre. Special diets a speciality eg coeliac. Secure lock-up facilities for cycles and motorbikes..

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Sweeneys Bar, Restaurant&Rooms 20 Lake Road Keswick CA12 5BX MAP
Centrally located in the heart of the popular market town of Keswick, Sweeneys offers an ideal base from which to explore the spectacular Northern Lakes. Situated on a quiet street around the corner from the main market square, we present a bar..

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Lake Mere Leonard Street Keswick CA12 4EL MAP
here at Lake Mere.you will receive A warm and friendly welcome.lakemere is a lovely 5 bedroom, victorian house,three of which have en-suite facilities with shower, WC and hand basin.. The rooms are thoughtfully decorated and furnished..

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Woodside Penrith Road Keswick CA12 4LJ MAP
Well-presented family-run Guest House with its own parking and large gardens. All rooms are En-Suite and have TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Ideally situated for walking, climbing and cycling (we are beside the C2C cycle route..

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Holiday Cottages


Thwaite Howe Cottages Thwaite Howe Thornthwaite near Keswick CA12 5SA
From their secluded and idylically peaceful setting in the hamlet of Thwaite Howe Thornthwaite these two newly renovated and beautifully furnished properties enjoy stunning views towards Keswick and Skiddaw. With their adjoining acre of woodland leading t ..Sleeps 4

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Bleaberry Lodge Thornthwaite near Keswick CA12 5SA
Bleaberry Lodge is a detached house with stunning views of Skiddaw, Latrigg and Helvellyn range. Recently refurbished, the house has a dining kitchen with Aga and fell views. The lounge has a woodburning stove and superb fell and garden ... Sleeps 6

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Comb Beck Thornthwaite near Keswick CA12 5SE
If you like walking, cycling or just enjoy spectacular Lakeland scenery, Comb Beck is the cottage for you.This 18th Century cottage lies in a quiet, unspoilt location, with Whinlatter Forest on the doorstep and only 3 miles from ... Sleeps 4

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The Old School House Threlkeld Keswick CA12 4RX
The Old School House is an attractive 3 bedroom detached cottage in the popular Lakeland village of Threlkeld nr Keswick. Originally the village school house, the original cottage dates back to the 1780's, and now offers a high standard of ... Sleeps 6

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Lakeland Park Keswick CA12 4AT
A luxury bungalow situated within 10 minutes walk of Keswick town centre. It is in an elevated position and enjoys views down the valleys and across to Skiddaw mountain. The bungalow is centrally heated and has a private garden at the rear ... Sleeps 6

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The Coach House near Keswick
Standing within the glorious three acre grounds of Ormathwaite Hall, this beautifully furnished and recently refurbished Coach House retains fine original features including fireplaces and oak beams whilst its newly laid Indian slate and oak flooring, ... Sleeps 6 + 2

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Aura Keswick CA12 4BY
A warm, spacious, 4 star luxury apartment in a quiet location five minutes walk from Keswick village centre. Keswick offers good shops, an ample choice of restaurants and pubs and evening entertainment including a good cinema and the ... Sleeps 4

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Around The Keswick Area


Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Cockermouth (9.96 miles) Ambleside (13.65 miles) Wigton (15.53 miles) Coniston (16.22 miles) Maryport (16.26 miles) Windermere (17.86 miles) Bowness-on-Windermere (18.58 miles) Ravenglass (20.13 miles) Silloth (21.05 miles)

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