As one of the Lake District’s most stunning escapes, Keswick truly delivers. Packed with epic lakes, dramatic peaks, scenic trails and ancient woodlands, here are the absolute best spots you need to discover.
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Things to do in Keswick
Welcome to the Lake District, the capital of UK outdoor adventures.
One of the world’s greatest natural playgrounds, immerse yourself in a blend of picture-postcard scenery and wild spaces. From soaring peaks to crystal-clear lakes, it’s a haven built for hikers, trail runners, cyclists and wild swimmers.
When we aren't welcoming you to our hotels and restaurants, we are out exploring these trails and waters ourselves. Because we live and breathe the outdoors, we love nothing more than helping you plan your next journey, sharing advice, and passing along our favourite local tips.
Looking for your next challenge? Check out our Events Calendar featuring some of the races and events our own team is taking on over the next year. There are almost too many to pick from, but we are always here to help you find the perfect match.
We are here to celebrate every milestone with you. No matter how big or small the challenge, we’re excited for you to get out there and go adventure!
Hiking
Discover lakeside strolls and woodland wanders, exhilarating climbs and ridgeline scrambles, all within a 20-minute drive from our hotels.
Cycling
From road to gravel cycling, the Lake District boasts endless trails, beautiful landscapes and unparalleled views to reward every climb.
Trail Running
Offering a superb mix of diverse terrain and jaw-dropping scenery, discover some of the best trail running routes in the world.
Wild Swimming
What better place to enjoy wild swimming than the Lake District? Surrounded by glacial lakes, remote rivers and upland tarns, plunge into adventure.
Golf
Discover the golfing gems of the Lake District and Cumbria. From the backdrop of high peaks to the wild Irish Sea coast, the views are a given, and the courses challenging.
Race Calendar
See our calendar of upcoming races and events that the team is planning to enter in 2027.
Local Area
Our Favourite Places
Our Favourite Views
A dramatic blend of towering fells, magnificent lakes and wooded valleys, Keswick has it all. There are too many knockout views to choose from, so we asked four of our team to pick their favourites.
Our Favourite Post-Walk Pubs
After a long day on the hills, we head straight to the pub for a pint by the fire. We’ve rounded up our absolute favourites, and every single one sits at the end of an incredible walk.
Mountain Kit List
Conditions in the mountains can change fast. Be ready for adventure in every scenario with our handy mountain kit list.
