The Northern Lake District is often regarded
as the most rugged and the most beautiful area within the Lakes.
Most of the famous Lake District mountains are located here
- Skiddaw, Blencathra, Helvellyn, Scafell.
Keswick is one of the attractions of the Northern
Lakes - a picturesque market town located on the shores of Derwentwater.
The town is home to a population of 5000 but that number increases
dramatically during the Spring, Summer and Autumn months due
to an influx of visitors.
The village of Braithwaite has the best of both worlds - a quiet,
safe, interesting village only two miles from the hussle and
bussle of the town. Another historical Cumbrian town is Cockermouth,
only twelve miles West of Braithwaite. Birthplace of the poet
Wordsworth, Cockermouth is also home to the famous Jennings Brewery
(where tours are available!)
Driving over Whinlatter Pass takes you to Lorton Valley, a stunning
area which leads you to Crummock water, Loweswater and Buttermere
(and even the West Coast of Cumbria). From Buttermere you can
head either over Newlands Pass into Newlands valley or Honister
Pass into Borrowdale valley, both which have tremendous views.
Other nearby recreational interests include the Keswick Golf
Club (6 miles) and sailing on Derwentwater or Bassenthwaite (3
miles). |
