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Keswick on Derwentwater and the Northern Lakes covers one half of the Lake District National Park. This is the perfect area to choose equally for gentle relaxation or for an action packed family adventure holiday with lots of activities and attractions.
The stunningly located town of Keswick, nestled on the shores of Derwentwater, has a wide array of shops, restaurants and galleries. Explore the five major lakes, picturesque valleys and unspoilt villages with the mountains of Skiddaw, Helvellyn and Scafell all within easy reach.
This is a wonderful area in which to try new outdoor activities or to extend your existing skills. Walkers and climbers are spoiled for choice. From the high summits to forest trails and lakeside paths, there are routes suitable for all.
Within such a compact area as the North Lakes it is very easy to explore the neighbouring valleys and secluded places. To the east, for example, you can enjoy the lakeside paths beside Thirlmere. To the west you can explore the delights of Whinlatter mountain forest.
For visitors to Keswick and North Lakes there is a range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets, whether you prefer a bed and breakfast (B&B), a guest house, hotel, or self-catering cottage, caravan or campsite.
A fine start to the summer is showing Keswick off to its very best and there are many things planned to ensure visitors have the very best of times.
We welcome families to Keswick as the schools break up. Our area gives great opportunities for families to have fun and relaxation in the great outdoors. Check out our Attractions and Outdoor Activity sections to see what you can do to make the most of your holiday. Why not have a dabble in a new activity? There are so many sailing opportunities with tuition, chances to climb indoors or out, archery, mountain biking - the list goes on.
Walk down to Keswick's Parks and discover our new Play Area in Fitz Park or play Pitch and Putt or Crazy Golf on Hope Park. The parks are looking spectacular right now and are the perfect place to sit and relax in the most beautiful surroundings.
50 great family adventures in and around Keswick have been brought together in a great little book which is on sale in bookshops and the Information Centre in Keswick, or direct from the website www.kidskeswick.co.uk
Keswick also welcomes the historic Christian Convention for three weeks commencing 17th July. Visitors from all over the world come to the Convention, which dates back to 1875.
