Guidebook for Cumbria

Jan
Guidebook for Cumbria

Food Scene

Morrels Restaurant Luxury Apartments
34 Lake Rd
Fabulous food.
Very highly recommended. Really nice place, but book in advance or you will be disappointed!
Inn on the Square
Very highly recommended. Really nice place, but book in advance or you will be disappointed!
Just a 5 minute stroll up the road, good pub food.
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The Pheasant Inn
Crosthwaite Road
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Just a 5 minute stroll up the road, good pub food.
Another just 5 minutes walk up the road from the house, i hear the coffee is good too.
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The Filling Station Cafe
Crosthwaite Road
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Another just 5 minutes walk up the road from the house, i hear the coffee is good too.
Highly recommended. Is also a cafe, gift shop, wine cellar and a restaurant. Have lots of different events and wine tastings.
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Cockermouth Sweetie Shop
11 South St
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Highly recommended. Is also a cafe, gift shop, wine cellar and a restaurant. Have lots of different events and wine tastings.
Amazing cakes and pastries, have a coffee and a snack outside if the sun is shining.
Bryson's of Keswick
42 Main St
Amazing cakes and pastries, have a coffee and a snack outside if the sun is shining.
This unofficial title dates back to Victorian years when a landlady of the Inn found her ducks lying stretched out in the road and concluded that they were dead. Thriftily she began to pluck and prepare them for dinner. The ducks however, were "quick" and not dead. Down in the cellar a barrel had slipped its hoops and beer had gradually drained from the floor into the duck's customary feeding ditch. Thereupon the ducks made all too good use of their unexpected opportunity, with the result that when they came to they found themselves plucked and halfway to the oven. Reported to be one of the best pub/food places in Cumbria
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The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant
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This unofficial title dates back to Victorian years when a landlady of the Inn found her ducks lying stretched out in the road and concluded that they were dead. Thriftily she began to pluck and prepare them for dinner. The ducks however, were "quick" and not dead. Down in the cellar a barrel had slipped its hoops and beer had gradually drained from the floor into the duck's customary feeding ditch. Thereupon the ducks made all too good use of their unexpected opportunity, with the result that when they came to they found themselves plucked and halfway to the oven. Reported to be one of the best pub/food places in Cumbria

Drinks & Nightlife

Nice friendly atmosphere, food too.
Skiddaw Hotel
31 Main St
Nice friendly atmosphere, food too.
Good for Tapas and wine.
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Cafe Bar 26
26 Lake Rd
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Good for Tapas and wine.
For those of you who like to enjoy a late night out. This nightclub is on the main street 5 mins walk from the house.
The Loft Nightclub
Main Street
For those of you who like to enjoy a late night out. This nightclub is on the main street 5 mins walk from the house.
The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas (JD Wetherspoon)
2 Bank St
Open all day for food and drinks!
Pub with good food and really nice views 4 minutes by car 15-20 on foot at the most.
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The Farmers Arms
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Pub with good food and really nice views 4 minutes by car 15-20 on foot at the most.
One needs a big appetite when eating in this pub. The meals are very generous and are very tasty, one does not want to leave a scrap but it is almost impossible not too. Their own brewed beer, Bitter End Ale is very tasty too, nice and smooth. A very friendly warm welcoming pub. They also have their own mini brewery on site, worth a look.
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The Bitter End
15 Kirkgate
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One needs a big appetite when eating in this pub. The meals are very generous and are very tasty, one does not want to leave a scrap but it is almost impossible not too. Their own brewed beer, Bitter End Ale is very tasty too, nice and smooth. A very friendly warm welcoming pub. They also have their own mini brewery on site, worth a look.

Sightseeing

Stunning views! and good walks.
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Derwentwater
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Stunning views! and good walks.
Similar to Stonehenge, but smaller, worth a look though.
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Круг из камней Кастлеригг
Castle Lane
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Similar to Stonehenge, but smaller, worth a look though.
How did that get there!!!! Be prepared to climb stairs, very interesting though.
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Bowder Stone
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How did that get there!!!! Be prepared to climb stairs, very interesting though.
What a view, no more information because it would spoil the surprise!!!
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Вид на Сюрприз
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What a view, no more information because it would spoil the surprise!!!
Enjoy a trip around the lake on Keswick Launch, lovely views.
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Keswick station
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Enjoy a trip around the lake on Keswick Launch, lovely views.
Nice pub, trip on the lake in a steamer, excellent views.
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Пароходы Уллсуотера
Grisedale Bridge
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Nice pub, trip on the lake in a steamer, excellent views.
lovely drive over honister pass
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Honister Slate Mine
Honister Pass
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lovely drive over honister pass
Situated close to Temple Sowerby this water mill dates back to 1597, and the famous walled garden is known for its colourful spring blooms, including daffodils and wood anemones and a sunken garden. Also a world famous collection of herbs.
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Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill
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Situated close to Temple Sowerby this water mill dates back to 1597, and the famous walled garden is known for its colourful spring blooms, including daffodils and wood anemones and a sunken garden. Also a world famous collection of herbs.
Muncaster Castle, situated at Ravenglass, with Scafell Pike in the background, England´s tallest peak, has over 75 acres of woodland gardens. If you are spending a day at Muncaster, head out on the wild walk and enjoy a recreation of the Himalayan foothills. The Owl Centre and the Meadow Vole Maze are also well worth a visit.
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Замок Манкастер
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Muncaster Castle, situated at Ravenglass, with Scafell Pike in the background, England´s tallest peak, has over 75 acres of woodland gardens. If you are spending a day at Muncaster, head out on the wild walk and enjoy a recreation of the Himalayan foothills. The Owl Centre and the Meadow Vole Maze are also well worth a visit.
With over 30 naturally-themed habitats the Aquarium of the Lakes brings the natural history of the Lake District vividly to life. Enjoy close encounters with hundreds of amazing creatures including trout, eels, pike, perch, giant crabs, rays and many more.
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Озерный аквариум
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With over 30 naturally-themed habitats the Aquarium of the Lakes brings the natural history of the Lake District vividly to life. Enjoy close encounters with hundreds of amazing creatures including trout, eels, pike, perch, giant crabs, rays and many more.
Ashness Bridge is perhaps the most photographed packhorse bridge in the Lake District due to its location and stunning views. This extremely popular viewpoint looks out over Derwent Water with spectacular views over Bassenthwaite Lake and the River Derwent.
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Мост Ашнесс
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Ashness Bridge is perhaps the most photographed packhorse bridge in the Lake District due to its location and stunning views. This extremely popular viewpoint looks out over Derwent Water with spectacular views over Bassenthwaite Lake and the River Derwent.
The Crashing Wave display is one no one will forget. Intermittently, a wave crashes down onto the rocks of the display. This provides an ideal home for species such as Sea-Bass who love to be amongst the choppy waves. These waves also pull oxygen into the water allowing the fish to keep happy & healthy. This display is also home to Turbot who subtly blend into the bed of the tank and large lobsters that burrow away in corners and between rocks! The Shark & Ray Pool is a great display of native shark & skate species as well as Wrasse, Turbot, Plaice & even a couple of Conger Eels hiding within the rocks! The Rays are very sociable and will often come up to the surface to get some attention.
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Lake District Coast Aquarium
South Quay
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The Crashing Wave display is one no one will forget. Intermittently, a wave crashes down onto the rocks of the display. This provides an ideal home for species such as Sea-Bass who love to be amongst the choppy waves. These waves also pull oxygen into the water allowing the fish to keep happy & healthy. This display is also home to Turbot who subtly blend into the bed of the tank and large lobsters that burrow away in corners and between rocks! The Shark & Ray Pool is a great display of native shark & skate species as well as Wrasse, Turbot, Plaice & even a couple of Conger Eels hiding within the rocks! The Rays are very sociable and will often come up to the surface to get some attention.

Arts & Culture

Keswick has a culture and history all of its own.
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Keswick
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Keswick has a culture and history all of its own.
This has got to be one of the best historical places to go. Spend a bit of time looking around so you don't miss anything. Fascinating piece of history, great clock worth a wait for it to chime shall we say! You also get a shot of Rum on the way out. Well worth a visit
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The Rum Story
27 Lowther St
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This has got to be one of the best historical places to go. Spend a bit of time looking around so you don't miss anything. Fascinating piece of history, great clock worth a wait for it to chime shall we say! You also get a shot of Rum on the way out. Well worth a visit
Have a coffee and watch the Llamas!
Llama Karma kafe
Have a coffee and watch the Llamas!
Part of the history of Cumbria, if you fancy that kind of thing.
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Аттракцион Мир Беатрикс Поттер
Crag Brow
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Part of the history of Cumbria, if you fancy that kind of thing.
Lots to see and do in here, great souvenirs, less than 5 minutes from the house on the way into town.
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Музей карандаша Derwent
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Lots to see and do in here, great souvenirs, less than 5 minutes from the house on the way into town.
Jennings Brewery was founded in the village of Lorton (situated between Keswick and Cockermouth) in 1828 by John Jennings (1783 – 1876), son of William Jennings (1751 – 1848) who was a Malster by trade. Some oral traditions claim the original brewery in Lorton was either at Scales or High Swinside. Certainly John Jennings (Snr.) lived and farmed at Scales. He also bought High Swinside in 1845, but more probably the brewery first operated in buildings near to the present Lorton Village Hall which was originally built as a malthouse John's son, John Jennings Junior (1813 – 1889) was certainly involved in his father's business, but by 1851 John Junior's business was described in the census as
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Jennings Brewery Shop and Tour
Brewery Lane
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Jennings Brewery was founded in the village of Lorton (situated between Keswick and Cockermouth) in 1828 by John Jennings (1783 – 1876), son of William Jennings (1751 – 1848) who was a Malster by trade. Some oral traditions claim the original brewery in Lorton was either at Scales or High Swinside. Certainly John Jennings (Snr.) lived and farmed at Scales. He also bought High Swinside in 1845, but more probably the brewery first operated in buildings near to the present Lorton Village Hall which was originally built as a malthouse John's son, John Jennings Junior (1813 – 1889) was certainly involved in his father's business, but by 1851 John Junior's business was described in the census as
Paul Currie, the original founder of the Lakes Distillery, is a man with whisky in his blood. So it is hardly surprising that he might dream about it. This is the story of a dream come true (not that it was an easy task!). Our vision is to create one of the leading malt spirits in the world, alongside offering one of the most unique visitor experiences in the Lake District. From a Victorian cattle farm to a world-class production facility of quality spirits, the creation of this unique venue was truly a labour of love. Every detail has been carefully constructed to support the dream - from the restoration of the buildings through to the technology and hardware used to create the spirits.
Lakes Distillery station
Paul Currie, the original founder of the Lakes Distillery, is a man with whisky in his blood. So it is hardly surprising that he might dream about it. This is the story of a dream come true (not that it was an easy task!). Our vision is to create one of the leading malt spirits in the world, alongside offering one of the most unique visitor experiences in the Lake District. From a Victorian cattle farm to a world-class production facility of quality spirits, the creation of this unique venue was truly a labour of love. Every detail has been carefully constructed to support the dream - from the restoration of the buildings through to the technology and hardware used to create the spirits.
Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is Carlisle's finest visitor attraction, and houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences. It also boasts a wide range of exhibitions and events, brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. Being the premier attraction in the North West means that Tullie House is recognised for its first class customer service, and for exciting, varied events and exhibitions programmes. A fusion of old and new awaits you, from the beautiful Old Tullie House, a classical Grade One Listed Jacobean building to the Border Galleries, full of exciting exhibits and interactive displays.
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Музей и художественная галерея Талли Хаус
Castle Street
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Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is Carlisle's finest visitor attraction, and houses considerable collections of fine and decorative art, human history and natural sciences. It also boasts a wide range of exhibitions and events, brought together in one impressive museum and art gallery. Being the premier attraction in the North West means that Tullie House is recognised for its first class customer service, and for exciting, varied events and exhibitions programmes. A fusion of old and new awaits you, from the beautiful Old Tullie House, a classical Grade One Listed Jacobean building to the Border Galleries, full of exciting exhibits and interactive displays.

Shopping

Unusual arts and crafts and gifts, worth a look.
The Red Gecko
10 St John's St
Unusual arts and crafts and gifts, worth a look.
Fabulous market Thursdays and Saturdays.
Market Square
Fabulous market Thursdays and Saturdays.
Very nice unusual pieces of collectables and a cafe on site too.
Treeby & Bolton Gallery & Shop
12 Lake Rd
Very nice unusual pieces of collectables and a cafe on site too.
If you have a sweet tooth, you will never get out of here! Really novel gifts to take home. Fantastic selection of hand made chocolates. Don't miss this one.
Friars
6-8 Main St
If you have a sweet tooth, you will never get out of here! Really novel gifts to take home. Fantastic selection of hand made chocolates. Don't miss this one.
Some amazing cheeses and accompaniments, have a good look round here, it's in Pack-horse Court off the main Street near the chocolate shop.
The Cheese Delicatessen at Fond Ewe
9 Pack Horse Ct
Some amazing cheeses and accompaniments, have a good look round here, it's in Pack-horse Court off the main Street near the chocolate shop.

Essentials

All your every day essentials here. pay and display car park.
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Booths, Keswick
Tithebarn Street
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All your every day essentials here. pay and display car park.
Pay and display car park.
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Lakes and Dales Co-operative
Main Street
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Pay and display car park.

Entertainment & Activities

Just one of the many places to go and see in and around Keswick.
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Theatre by the Lake
Lake Road
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Just one of the many places to go and see in and around Keswick.
Massive range of games to look at and try, all sorts of puzzles for all ages.
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Загадочное Место
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Massive range of games to look at and try, all sorts of puzzles for all ages.
Also has a Restaurant, very unusual.
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Zeffirellis
2 Compston Rd
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Also has a Restaurant, very unusual.
A bit of fun and good exercise for those not wanting to tackle the real thing.
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Keswick Climbing Wall
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A bit of fun and good exercise for those not wanting to tackle the real thing.
Good mini golf and cafe on the way to the lake and cinema.
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Хоуп-парк
30A Lake Rd
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Good mini golf and cafe on the way to the lake and cinema.
Take a ride on La'al Ratty, stunning views and a cafe too.
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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Co.Ltd
Main Street
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Take a ride on La'al Ratty, stunning views and a cafe too.
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Rheged
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Lots of different thing going on at Rheged all year round, 20 minutes drive from house A66 Eastbound. Also a filling station.
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Rheged Discovery Centre station
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Lots of different thing going on at Rheged all year round, 20 minutes drive from house A66 Eastbound. Also a filling station.