The YHA Keswick hostel is located on the south side and on the banks of the river Greta, ideal for a short walk into the town centre, shops and amenities. There are views over the river, Fitz park and the fells to the north.
The YHA Keswick has excellent facilities with an in house licensed bar and cafe providing meals though you also have the option of using the self-catering kitchen.
The YHA Keswick would make an excellent base for touring and walking in the northern lakes.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 286 feet / 87.1 metres above sea level.
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Facilities at the YHA Hostel Shower or Bath Private room/s Family Rooms Communal Kitchen Breakfast available Special Diet Options Bar Car Parking onsite / close by TV Children Welcome Open All Year Free Wifi Internet Conference Space Luggage Storage Balconies Fell Views Drying room Dining room Cot available
Whats near this YHA Hostel ? Entertainment Bar / Pub Restaurant/s Water Sports Fishing Walking Country Cycling Country
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International Airports
Newcastle Airport Woolsington Tyne and Wear NE13 8BZ 64.2 miles
Teesside International Airport Darlington County Durham DL2 1LU 68.5 miles
Local Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria CA6 4NW 27.0 miles
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria LA14 3YS 33.3 miles
Located on the road from Keswick to Boorowdale behind the Lodore Falls Hotel near Grange, a spectacular sight after rainfall but can be quiet in the dry season. The falls are part of Watendlath Beck, which is fed by Watendlath Tarn
A charming 'days gone by' cinema house with balcony seating though still screens current films and blockbusters.
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Threlkeld Quarry And Mining Museum - CA12 4TT Stay near here. NY 31966 24479 = grinders.general.presume
Located 3 miles east of Keswick. Based within an old quarry, machinery, a working steam train and line, plus a number of under cover exhibitions. Guided walks are also provided.
The Osprey Watch in the Lake District is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers, looking to witness the majestic osprey in its natural habitat. The osprey is a large bird of prey that migrates to the UK from West Africa during the spring and summer months, making its nest in the Lake District. The Osprey Watch offers visitors the opportunity to watch the osprey from a safe distance and observe its behavior in the wild.
An interesting museum from the production and history of pencils, a replica graphite mine and tables where you can create your own art, ideal for the young ones.
Outdoor activity centre in the Whinlatter Forest Park, with high level walks through the trees, plus segway hire to see the forest on a different mode of transport.
A Lovely park nestled between the town centre and Lake Derwentwater, ideal for a picnic or stop at the cafe. The park is a great way to walk down to the shores of the lake where you will be greeted with superb views.
0.4m / 0.6km - - 6min
Whinlatter Forrest - CA12 5TW Stay near here. NY 21180 24451 = pampering.confining.sweetened
Operated by forestry England, a scenic are with good views, purpose made cycle and walking trials, a cafe, bike hire and play areas
A theatre in a stunning location on the shores of Lake Derwentwater Park Close by or take a lovely walk through Hope Park from the town
0.5m / 0.8km - - 8min
Mirehouse Historic House And Gardens - CA12 4QE Stay near here. NY 23417 28228 = formally.recliner.saga
A 17th century English manor house and beautiful gardens with many rare plants open to the public, with walks of nearby fells, and down to Bassenthwaite Lake. Includes a children's playground and tearooms.
Previous visitor attraction of the year award for Cumbria
This 18 hole undulating course is located east of Keswick near Threlkeld set in an extremely scenic position with fell views including Blencathra, Skiddaw and the Helvellyn Range.
A popular fell walk, Also known as Saddleback due to the shape of the summit, however the famous Alfred Wainwright popularised the older name of Belncathra which has since been adopted
A mountain fell to the east of Keswick. - a good walk if you are staying in or around Keswick, accessible from the town with good panoramic views from the summit
The last working metal mine in the Lake District now abandoned. though the buildings can still be seen and access can be made by guided tours - the nearest village is Braithwaite 2.6 miles
A popular tourist destination, Derwentwater lake is almost 3 miles long, with several islands within the lake and surrounded by fells. The equally popular town of Keswick lies on the northern shores and boats can by hired on the lake
Located on the B5289 road from Keswick to the Borrodale Valley, A large single lava rock, precariously balanced on one edge (or so it seems) with a ladder to climb on top. Managed by the National Trust
Cared for by English Heritage Worth free entry- this is one on the earliest Stone circles built around t 3000 BC during the Neolithic period. - Fine panoramic views from the site
A tarn (mountain lake) next to the small hamlet of Watendlath, owned by the National Trust, access is via the road over the popular and iconic Ashness Bridge. The tarn is an elevation of approximately 863 feet
A Lake in the northern lakleland area, all but 4 miles long and yet relatively narrow.Uniquely the only body of water called a 'Lake' as opposed to 'water' or 'mere' The popular fell, Skiddaw lies immediately tot he east of the lake.
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Yes this YHA Hostel lies within or on the border of the Lake District National Park
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Elevation = 931 Meters / 3054.5 Feet
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