Accommodation in Keswick and the Northern Lake District
Some very special places to stay in Lakeland
The Northern region of the English Lake District National Park is not
only an area of outstanding natural beauty, but somewhere to escape from
the pressures of modern living.
Keswick is the most popular centre for tourism in the North Lakes District. Keswick's mainly traffic free town centre has a wide range of specialist shops and galleries, a busy weekly local market, excellent tearooms and cafes for morning coffees, lunches and afternoon teas. For the evenings there is no shortage of cafes, pubs and restaurants offering a range of Cumbrian and International cuisine.
Whatever you're looking for - history, culture, scenery, activity or just relaxing Keswick has something for everyone. A gentle stroll from the town centre though beautiful parks leads to the shores of Derwentwater, a truly delightful lake, studded with small islands and surrounded by magnificent fells. For those in search of culture the Theatre by the Lake offers music, theatre, dance and much more. For artists and photographers and artists the landscape is without equal. Many people come to Keswick and the North Lakes especially for the wide range of outdoor activities such as paragliding, rock climbing, fell walking, cycling both on and off-road, pony trekking, canoeing, sailing, - or you can simply relax and enjoy the magnificent views or take a lake cruise. The options are endless. The area also plays host to a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, such a a literary festival, jazz festival, film festival and beer festival!
To get full enjoyment from the area a good place to stay is essential. The properties listed here all provide high standards of personal service, good food and quality accommodation.
The Second Keswick Mountain Festival
Next year's Mountain Festival will take place in Keswick
next year, scheduled for Wednesday 14th May to Sunday 18th May 2008.
This event will attract a large number of vistors to Keswick and the North
Lakes so accommodation will be booked well in advance. Read
about the Mountain Festival here
If you are hoping to stay in the North Lakes next May it may be a good idea to get that accommodation booked now!
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Woodlands Country House , quality guest accommodation and a self-catering cottage in the village of Ireby, on the Northern Border of the National Park.
Jenkin Hill Cottage Guest House caters exclusively for non-smokers and is to be found between Bassenthwaite Lake and Whinlatter Forest in the quiet village of Thornthwaite, just outside Keswick.
English Tourism Council/VistBritain Silver Award winners every year since 1999.
Country House Hotel set in 18 acres of parkland close to Ireby,
Overwater Hall is a country hotel in the true sense.
Quality bed & breakfast accommodation in Keswick within easy walk of town centre.
Also self catering apartment.
