Things to do in Keswick on a rainy day

If you’re a regular visitor to our home town of Keswick, you’ll know that it does occasionally rain – after all as everyone says ‘thats where the lakes come from’.  As well as being the ‘adventure capital’ of the UK, there’s lots to do indoors too.   Read on and get planning your visit for that …

Panoramic view of Derwentwater

Welcome to August in Keswick…So much to do indoors & out…

August is suddenly here and we’re in full-on holiday mode.  We’ve had some amazing summer weather so far, with occasional tropical downpours! There’s so much to do in the beautiful Northern Lakes, and here’s a selection of What’s On around our town, and out on the lake, Derwentwater.    With many shops and restaurants to …

What’s on this Autumn 2021

Autumn is such a lovely time here in the Lakes, with crisp autumn days, the leaves changing colour, and atmospheric mists along the lakes.   Here’s a small selection of what’s happening and when. Kendal Mountain Festival 18-24 November this annual, four-day long autumn Festival is dedicated to sharing awe-inspiring, life-affirming stories from the world of …

Our favourite Lake District English Country Gardens…

‘How many kinds of sweet flowers grow in an English Country Garden…?;  so goes the old song. We’ve some fabulous English Country Gardens in the Lake District. Here’s a few ideas of places to enjoy when you’re visiting. Dalemain Historic House & Gardens The blush pink Georgian facade of this majestic mansion certainly gives a …