Scales Travel Guide
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Keswick Country House Hotel
"All the staff were extremely helpful, the hotel was beautifully decorated and furnished and the rooms were lovely. Only a five minute walk into town and some lovely restaurants and bars. Throughly recommend whether you want to relax in Keswick or walk the surrounding hills. The boat trip was lovely ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Crown and Mitre Hotel
"Ideal location and reasonable rooms which were a bit tired. Biggest problem was the lift wasn’t working and had to climb six flights of stairs."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Ox Hotel Carlisle
"We entered the room there was no kettle,no bin then no remote control. We got down to breakfast for 8.10 am there were no sausages,eggs,or bacon we had to wait untill the receptionist went through to the chef and asked him to put food out. All of this would have been ok if the room had been safe ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

1 bedroom accommodation in Threlkeld, near Keswick
"Nice bolt hole for a few days. Small but comfortable."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

1 bedroom accommodation in Threlkeld, near Keswick
"Though bijou, it was well designed and the space was very well used. The outside space was good and lovely to have the hills around, We did have problems using the very modern microwave/grill and cooker - It needed DETAILED WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS! and we would have preferred an ordinary electric kettle. ..."
Reviewed on 8 July 2025

Darci's Lodge - UK1297
"Really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was very good, the only issue i had was the staircase and low ceiling in the bedroom but this does not detract from the overall view of the lodge and i would have no quarms abour booking there again."
Reviewed on 7 July 2025
Popular places to visit

Derwentwater
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Catbells Lakeland Walk
You can take time to visit Catbells Lakeland Walk during your travels to Above Derwent. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Hellvellyn
Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Honister Slate Mine
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Hope Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Lake District Road Trip Guidebook-Windermere, Langdale & Wasdale











