Experiences
Lake District Pamper Company
Lake District Pamper Company provides mobile massage pamper services throughout the Lake District region, within a 20 mile radius of Penrith. Home massage therapy brings the spa to you, enjoy a massage in your holiday accommodation. Also, did you know that we are able to offer our guests a 5% discount when booking treatments.
Keswick Beer Festival 2025
Returning for its 27th year, Keswick Beer Festival takes place on Friday 6th to Saturday the 7th of June 2025. Great Beer Festival atmosphere from both inside the huge marquee and outside on the green grass of Davidson Park.
Ullswater Steamers
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ celebrates over 160 years of operating cruises on one of England’s most beautiful lakes, Ullswater. Operating one of the largest heritage boat fleets in the world, we offer visitors an unforgettable experience 363 days a year. The cruises from Ullswater ‘Steamers’ connect to some of the most famous and iconic walking routes in …
The Cottage in the Wood
Perched 1,000ft up in the Whinlatter Forest above Braithwaite, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin-listed Restaurant combining Sam Miller’s creative cooking, friendly service and a warm welcome in a stunning natural setting.
Jaspers Coffee House Braithwaite
Jaspers Coffee House provides great service, amazing coffee, quality food and cakes. It is very dog friendly and ideal for walkers and cyclist alike (at the foot of Whinlatter). It has outside space with room to secure your bikes.
Coledale Inn
Home made meals are served each lunchtime and evening in the dining room. There are vegetarian meals on the menu as well as Children’s meals. For a more informal feel, you may take your evening meal in one of our two licensed bars. Both the Victorian Bar and the Georgian Bar are stocked with a fine …
The Keswick Cheese Deli
At The Keswick Cheese Deli, we are proud to showcase the very best of what Cumbria has to offer. We work very closely with local artisan cheese-makers such as Thornby Moor Dairy at Crofton, Appleby Creamery in the Eden Valley and the Torpenhow Farmhouse Dairy, to provide our customers with an extensive selection of …
Go Ape Whinlatter
The multi-award winning and original forest adventure set high up in the canopy. Enjoy two to three hours in the trees, taking on zip wires, Tarzan swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles and crossings.
Keswick Extreme
Provider of outdoor activities. Specialists in Ghyll Scrambling, Canyoning, Via Ferrata and White Water Tubing plus lots more!
Keswick Climbing Wall
Keswick Climbing Wall is just a 5 minute drive from the centre of Keswick, situated next to the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle and offers magnificent views over to the Helvellyn Range.
The Village Shop
The Village Shop at Braithwaite stocking fresh bread, newspapers, hot and cold snacks, groceries, local produce, selection of alcohol, sweets & ice cream.
Royal Oak
Food at the Oak is in keeping with the style and demand of its customers – hearty portions of traditional pub food served in either the bar area or the restaurant.
Keswick Adventures
From ghyll scrambling, canyoning & kayaking to a Lake District Via Ferrata, canoeing, and so much more, we deliver exciting outdoor adventure activities & things to do in Keswick, the UK’s biggest and best adventure playground.
The Lingholm Kitchen and Walled Garden
Whether you are after a heart breakfast to set you up for your daily adventure, a tasty lunch or just a snack to recharge you, the Lingholm Kitchen provides something for every occasion.
The Crafty Baa
A quirky baa with an extensive beer menu, a wide range of tasty platters and live music. If you are looking for a fun atmosphere with friendly staff this is the place to be.
Jans Lakeland Sandwich Shop
Enjoy freshly made sandwiches, soups, jacket potatoes, salads and daily specials.
Derwent Water Marina
Tuition for sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, ghyll scrambling and stand up paddle boarding both for individuals and groups.
Smoke and Steel
Smoke & Steeel offers unique, rustic, live fire outdoor catering; we are utilizing this traditional cooking method and taking advantage of its versatile potential. We have gone back to basics by using fire at the heart of our cooking. We have an array of equipment to help us cook a wide variety of dishes, from …
Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum
Explore Lakeland’s industrial past as you discover the links between geology, quarrying and the 400 year history of metal ore mining. Take a ride on a steam locomotive ‘Sir Tom’ and enjoy the fantastic views of Blencathra or why not try your hand at panning for minerals in the stream.
Rookin House Equestrian and Activity Centre
Rookin House offer many activities including Archery, Air Rifles, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Human Bowling, Horse Trekking, Escorted Quad Bike Trekking , a variety of Off Road Vehicles, Paintballing and various Team Events from 1 hour to a few days.
Honister Slate Mine
Venture into the Borrowdale and discover thrilling activities both outside and inside the mountains! Honistor Slate Mine offers award winning mine tours, subterranean Climb the Mine, The Infinity Bridge, Via Ferrata Classic and Xtreme and the ‘Sky High Cafe’. KESWICK COTTAGES GUESTS RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT
The Lakes Distillery
The Lakes Distillery, established in 2011, nestles on the north shore of Bassenthwaite Lake and their majestic surroundings, near Keswick, inspire an artistic ethos and their range of fine whiskies, gins and vodka. Visitors enjoy interactive tours of the state-of-the-art distillery, to suit all ages. Following the journey of how the distillery’s spirits are made, …
Derwent Water
Derwent Water is one Keswick’s main assets. Only a short stroll from the town centre via Hope Park with its beautiful formal gardens, the lake is three miles long and very much a ‘landscape of moods’ varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar’s Crag – when driven by southerly gales – to absolutely mirror …
Theatre By The Lake
We’re lucky to have one of the most friendly and beautifully situated theatres in all of England on our doorstep, with a year round selection of high quality theatre, music, talks and festivals that provides stacks of entertainment to suit all tastes. Click here to visit their website. Also, did you know that we’re Ambassadors …
Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
An award winning local museum with new digital activities and engaging exhibitions. Exhibitions, events and displays telling the story of Keswick’s landscape, history and culture with a shop and great café. Nestled in beautiful Fitz Park, next to the popular playground.
The Lake District Florist and Cakery
With over 20 years experience, Annette designs beautiful wedding flowers and gift bouquets. Visit the shop and treat yourself to a unique gift or if you are celebrating a special occasion during you stay she can provide a bespoke cake decorated to your liking. Discount off giftware when staying with Keswick Cottages
Nichol End Marine
Set in a stunning and convenient location, Nichol End Marine lies on the western shore of beautiful Derwent Water. The lake is home to many delightful bays, beaches and islands, just waiting for you to explore. Enjoy a happy, safe and relaxing environment with unrivalled scenery in which to enjoy your adventures on the lake. …
The Chalet and Tearooms
The Chalet is situated in Portinscale, a stone’s throw away from the shores of Derwentwater and the Marina.
Alhambra Keswick Cinema
This century-old, family-owned and operated traditional single-screen picture house boasts state-of-the art sound and projection in a beautifully restored auditorium.
The Lake District Wildlife Park
The Lake District Wildlife Park is a must for all animal lovers! Set in breath taking scenery just ten minutes from Keswick, you’ll find there’s plenty to see and do.
Café Hope
Renowned for its delicious homemade cakes and variety of teas, Café Hope is a dog friendly café overlooking the games at Hope Park.
Kong Adventure
Indoor and outdoor activity centre based in Keswick, The Lake District. Indoor climbing, hard play, kids activities, ghyll scrambling, rock climbing and more.
Newlands Adventure Centre
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick’s largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK’s longest established outdoor activity centre.
Bistro At The Distillery
The Bistro at the Distillery is the perfect place for a kitchen focused on local produce and honest hearty flavours.
The Keswick Brewery Company
Enjoy the brewery tour which includes sampling a selection of our beers. Discover how beer is made, how we use sheep’s wool to brew great beers and what makes our beers green!
Derwent Pencil Museum
Derwent Pencil Museum, the home of the first pencil, and the Cumberland Pencil Company, manufacturers of Derwent pencil perfection since 1832.
Puzzling Place
….Maybe you shouldn’t….’The Puzzling Place’ is a fun and eye-opening attraction based on optical illusion….Your visual system has floors….and we expose them!
Whinlatter Forest
Whinlatter Forest is a great day out for all ages offering mountain bike trails, forest walks and a visitor centre. Pick up a map and go exploring taking in the stunning views across Bassenthwaite Lake, Derwentwater and Keswick.
Keswick Launch Company
Located on the lake shore of Derwentwater, the launch company offers Lake District cruises around Derwentwater throughout the year. The launches start their journey from the Keswick boat landings and cruise around the lake stopping at seven lakeshore jetties where you may embark or join the various boats.
Fitz Park
Fitz Park has a riverside setting with glorious open views towards Skiddaw and Latrigg and is an ideal spot for picnics.
Castlerigg Stone Circle
One of Britain’s most impressive prehistoric monuments sits on a low hill to the east of Keswick with a ring of mountains surrounding it. Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the earliest stone circles to be found in Britain and is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry.
Keswick Market
Located in the heart of town is the ever-popular Keswick Market. Attracting both locals and tourists, 60 traders offer a wide selection of award-winning food and handcrafted gifts.
Lake District Pamper Company
Lake District Pamper Company provides mobile massage pamper services throughout the Lake District region, within a 20 mile radius of Penrith. Home massage therapy brings the spa to you, enjoy a massage in your holiday accommodation. Also, did you know that we are able to offer our guests a 5% discount when booking treatments.
Keswick Beer Festival 2025
Returning for its 27th year, Keswick Beer Festival takes place on Friday 6th to Saturday the 7th of June 2025. Great Beer Festival atmosphere from both inside the huge marquee and outside on the green grass of Davidson Park.
Ullswater Steamers
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ celebrates over 160 years of operating cruises on one of England’s most beautiful lakes, Ullswater. Operating one of the largest heritage boat fleets in the world, we offer visitors an unforgettable experience 363 days a year. The cruises from Ullswater ‘Steamers’ connect to some of the most famous and iconic walking routes in …
The Cottage in the Wood
Perched 1,000ft up in the Whinlatter Forest above Braithwaite, The Cottage in the Wood is a unique Michelin-listed Restaurant combining Sam Miller’s creative cooking, friendly service and a warm welcome in a stunning natural setting.
Jaspers Coffee House Braithwaite
Jaspers Coffee House provides great service, amazing coffee, quality food and cakes. It is very dog friendly and ideal for walkers and cyclist alike (at the foot of Whinlatter). It has outside space with room to secure your bikes.
Coledale Inn
Home made meals are served each lunchtime and evening in the dining room. There are vegetarian meals on the menu as well as Children’s meals. For a more informal feel, you may take your evening meal in one of our two licensed bars. Both the Victorian Bar and the Georgian Bar are stocked with a fine …
The Keswick Cheese Deli
At The Keswick Cheese Deli, we are proud to showcase the very best of what Cumbria has to offer. We work very closely with local artisan cheese-makers such as Thornby Moor Dairy at Crofton, Appleby Creamery in the Eden Valley and the Torpenhow Farmhouse Dairy, to provide our customers with an extensive selection of …
Go Ape Whinlatter
The multi-award winning and original forest adventure set high up in the canopy. Enjoy two to three hours in the trees, taking on zip wires, Tarzan swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles and crossings.
Keswick Extreme
Provider of outdoor activities. Specialists in Ghyll Scrambling, Canyoning, Via Ferrata and White Water Tubing plus lots more!
Keswick Climbing Wall
Keswick Climbing Wall is just a 5 minute drive from the centre of Keswick, situated next to the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle and offers magnificent views over to the Helvellyn Range.
The Village Shop
The Village Shop at Braithwaite stocking fresh bread, newspapers, hot and cold snacks, groceries, local produce, selection of alcohol, sweets & ice cream.
Royal Oak
Food at the Oak is in keeping with the style and demand of its customers – hearty portions of traditional pub food served in either the bar area or the restaurant.
Keswick Adventures
From ghyll scrambling, canyoning & kayaking to a Lake District Via Ferrata, canoeing, and so much more, we deliver exciting outdoor adventure activities & things to do in Keswick, the UK’s biggest and best adventure playground.
The Lingholm Kitchen and Walled Garden
Whether you are after a heart breakfast to set you up for your daily adventure, a tasty lunch or just a snack to recharge you, the Lingholm Kitchen provides something for every occasion.
The Crafty Baa
A quirky baa with an extensive beer menu, a wide range of tasty platters and live music. If you are looking for a fun atmosphere with friendly staff this is the place to be.
Jans Lakeland Sandwich Shop
Enjoy freshly made sandwiches, soups, jacket potatoes, salads and daily specials.
Derwent Water Marina
Tuition for sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, ghyll scrambling and stand up paddle boarding both for individuals and groups.
Smoke and Steel
Smoke & Steeel offers unique, rustic, live fire outdoor catering; we are utilizing this traditional cooking method and taking advantage of its versatile potential. We have gone back to basics by using fire at the heart of our cooking. We have an array of equipment to help us cook a wide variety of dishes, from …
Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum
Explore Lakeland’s industrial past as you discover the links between geology, quarrying and the 400 year history of metal ore mining. Take a ride on a steam locomotive ‘Sir Tom’ and enjoy the fantastic views of Blencathra or why not try your hand at panning for minerals in the stream.
Rookin House Equestrian and Activity Centre
Rookin House offer many activities including Archery, Air Rifles, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Human Bowling, Horse Trekking, Escorted Quad Bike Trekking , a variety of Off Road Vehicles, Paintballing and various Team Events from 1 hour to a few days.
Honister Slate Mine
Venture into the Borrowdale and discover thrilling activities both outside and inside the mountains! Honistor Slate Mine offers award winning mine tours, subterranean Climb the Mine, The Infinity Bridge, Via Ferrata Classic and Xtreme and the ‘Sky High Cafe’. KESWICK COTTAGES GUESTS RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT
The Lakes Distillery
The Lakes Distillery, established in 2011, nestles on the north shore of Bassenthwaite Lake and their majestic surroundings, near Keswick, inspire an artistic ethos and their range of fine whiskies, gins and vodka. Visitors enjoy interactive tours of the state-of-the-art distillery, to suit all ages. Following the journey of how the distillery’s spirits are made, …
Derwent Water
Derwent Water is one Keswick’s main assets. Only a short stroll from the town centre via Hope Park with its beautiful formal gardens, the lake is three miles long and very much a ‘landscape of moods’ varying from the dramatic waves splashing against Friar’s Crag – when driven by southerly gales – to absolutely mirror …
Theatre By The Lake
We’re lucky to have one of the most friendly and beautifully situated theatres in all of England on our doorstep, with a year round selection of high quality theatre, music, talks and festivals that provides stacks of entertainment to suit all tastes. Click here to visit their website. Also, did you know that we’re Ambassadors …
Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
An award winning local museum with new digital activities and engaging exhibitions. Exhibitions, events and displays telling the story of Keswick’s landscape, history and culture with a shop and great café. Nestled in beautiful Fitz Park, next to the popular playground.
The Lake District Florist and Cakery
With over 20 years experience, Annette designs beautiful wedding flowers and gift bouquets. Visit the shop and treat yourself to a unique gift or if you are celebrating a special occasion during you stay she can provide a bespoke cake decorated to your liking. Discount off giftware when staying with Keswick Cottages
Nichol End Marine
Set in a stunning and convenient location, Nichol End Marine lies on the western shore of beautiful Derwent Water. The lake is home to many delightful bays, beaches and islands, just waiting for you to explore. Enjoy a happy, safe and relaxing environment with unrivalled scenery in which to enjoy your adventures on the lake. …
The Chalet and Tearooms
The Chalet is situated in Portinscale, a stone’s throw away from the shores of Derwentwater and the Marina.
Alhambra Keswick Cinema
This century-old, family-owned and operated traditional single-screen picture house boasts state-of-the art sound and projection in a beautifully restored auditorium.
The Lake District Wildlife Park
The Lake District Wildlife Park is a must for all animal lovers! Set in breath taking scenery just ten minutes from Keswick, you’ll find there’s plenty to see and do.
Café Hope
Renowned for its delicious homemade cakes and variety of teas, Café Hope is a dog friendly café overlooking the games at Hope Park.
Kong Adventure
Indoor and outdoor activity centre based in Keswick, The Lake District. Indoor climbing, hard play, kids activities, ghyll scrambling, rock climbing and more.
Newlands Adventure Centre
Newlands Adventure Centre is Keswick’s largest provider of outdoor activities and the UK’s longest established outdoor activity centre.
Bistro At The Distillery
The Bistro at the Distillery is the perfect place for a kitchen focused on local produce and honest hearty flavours.
The Keswick Brewery Company
Enjoy the brewery tour which includes sampling a selection of our beers. Discover how beer is made, how we use sheep’s wool to brew great beers and what makes our beers green!
Derwent Pencil Museum
Derwent Pencil Museum, the home of the first pencil, and the Cumberland Pencil Company, manufacturers of Derwent pencil perfection since 1832.
Puzzling Place
….Maybe you shouldn’t….’The Puzzling Place’ is a fun and eye-opening attraction based on optical illusion….Your visual system has floors….and we expose them!
Whinlatter Forest
Whinlatter Forest is a great day out for all ages offering mountain bike trails, forest walks and a visitor centre. Pick up a map and go exploring taking in the stunning views across Bassenthwaite Lake, Derwentwater and Keswick.
Keswick Launch Company
Located on the lake shore of Derwentwater, the launch company offers Lake District cruises around Derwentwater throughout the year. The launches start their journey from the Keswick boat landings and cruise around the lake stopping at seven lakeshore jetties where you may embark or join the various boats.
Fitz Park
Fitz Park has a riverside setting with glorious open views towards Skiddaw and Latrigg and is an ideal spot for picnics.
Castlerigg Stone Circle
One of Britain’s most impressive prehistoric monuments sits on a low hill to the east of Keswick with a ring of mountains surrounding it. Castlerigg Stone Circle is one of the earliest stone circles to be found in Britain and is important in terms of megalithic astronomy and geometry.
Keswick Market
Located in the heart of town is the ever-popular Keswick Market. Attracting both locals and tourists, 60 traders offer a wide selection of award-winning food and handcrafted gifts.
