Holiday lets in Keswick, Cumbria, England

Keswick is located in the Northern Lake District, 16 miles West of Penrith and 30 miles South of Carlisle. The town is situated at the foot of the Skiddaw mountain range and at the Northern end of Derwentwater, the widest lake in the Lake District.

The town attracts a wide range of visitors who enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the area. There are variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and galleries, a cinema, leisure centre, museum and famous theatre. There are also some stunning parks, a nearby golf course and the nearby lake where you can hire rowing boats or take the launch.

Keswick is a haven for walkers who visit the beautiful town as a base for some of the best and most famous walks in England. Most visitors travel down Borrowdale Valley which is the most direct route to ascend Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, but there are a variety of walks suitable for all abilities.

Keswick is a treat for the whole family - there are activities for children, for those who enjoy sports and for those who just want to relax. You can wander around the town looking round the shops or a short drive will take you to nearby Lakeland villages, valleys, lakes and passes.