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Bassenthwaite

The national nature reserve of Bassenthwaite Lake is a tranquil finger of water sitting in the lofty shadow of Skiddaw. This wildlife-rich body of water is fringed with a mosaic of reed beds, fen marshland, woodlands and wildflower meadows, and is perhaps best known for the spectacular sight of ospreys diving into the waters for fish. A new lottery-funded scheme, Bassenthwaite Reflections, is helping to protect the lake’s vulnerable plant and animal life through community involvement.

The peaceful village of Bassenthwaite, centred on its old inn, sits in a quiet valley at the north end of the lake. To the south is Mirehouse, an 18th century house and garden with literary links to Tennyson, Coleridge and Wordsworth.

Culture & Heritage

The earliest known settlement is at Castle How, an Iron Age hill fort on the western shore of Bassenthwaite Lake, but it wasn’t until the arrival of Christianity in the middle of the 6th century that mankind’s deeper footprint became visible. Saint Saint Kentigern is believed to have preached at Crosthwaite (east of Keswick) in AD 556 while a few years later Saint Bega is thought to have founded a church bearing her name on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake – even if the current church only dates to around AD950.
 
Bassenthwaite village probably got its name from the Vikings who settled here after chopping down a few trees. After 1066, the whole area came under the rule of the Earls of Egremont, with the Manor of Bassenthwaite now part of the Barony of Allerdale. The locals made their living from farming and fishing, but also did some mining and some weaving from the wool of Herdwick sheep: the area became known for a rough-spun, undyed cloth known as ‘Skiddaw Grey.’ Over time the weaving process became mechanised and several mills were built, including one at Millbeck on the flanks of Skiddaw that produced large large quantities of caps, blankets and flannels for export to slave plantations in the Americas.

Nearby Mirehouse has been owned by the Spedding family since 1802. During the early 19th century, the house became a literary hotbed for the Lake poets – William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Robert Southey and Thomas Carlyle. Alfred Tennyson stayed here in 1835 and composed the lines on Excalibur for Morte d’Arthur whilst sitting on the lakeshore.
 
The construction of the railway line between Penrith and Cockermouth in 1864 brought Victorian tourists in their droves, all eager to enjoy the wild scenery around Keswick and Bassenthwaite so lyrically described by Wordsworth and the other Lake poets. Most of the area’s older hotels and guesthouses date from this time.


Surrounding Areas

Whinlatter - Whinlatter is England's only true mountain forest. Rising 1000ft above sea level, the forest and visitor centre provides a whole range of outdoor activities for everyone. Start at the visitor centre where the staff will give information and help plan your day. 

Keswick - It's central location makes Keswick the perfect place to stay when planning to explore the Lake District. The town is surrounded famous Lakeland hills such has Grizedale Pike, Skiddaw and Catbells.

Skiddaw - Skiddaw dominates Bassenthwaite Lake and at 931 metres it is one of the largest peaks in the Lake District.
This mountain is one of the oldest formations in the Lake District (and indeed in Europe). This fell is also an extinct Volcano.


Did you know?

GLACIAL WATERS

The glacial waters of Bassenthwaite and Derwentwater were once joined together as one long lake until river-borne deposits from the rivers Derwent, Greta and Pow Beck silted up the central section to form two separate bodies of water. Both lakes are the shallowest in the Lake District, with an average depth of only 5.5 m (18 ft).

THE BISHOP OF BARF

In 1783 the newly appointed Bishop of Derry was on his way to Whitehaven to take a boat to Ireland. He stopped for the night at an inn beside Bassenthwaite Lake and, after consuming several drinks, wagered that he could ride his pony to the top of Barf, a nearby hill. Halfway up the pony stumbled at a large rock and fell, killing both horse and rider. The large rock (known as Bishop Rock) is painted white in remembrance of this futile act, while at the foot of the slope is another white-painted rock known as The Clerk where the bishop and his pony were buried.

CELTIC SWORDS

In the early 1800s, one of the finest Celtic swords ever found in Britain was discovered in a field near Wythop Mill. The sword and its highly decorated sheath are now on display in the British Museum.

ALFRED TENNYSON

Alfred Tennyson stayed at Mirehouse, Bassenthwaite in 1835 and composed the lines on Excalibur for Morte d’Arthur whilst sitting on the lakeshore. It is said that the lake was a model for the lake into which Excalibur was thrown. A memorial stone depicting the sword and a hand rising from the water, erected by the Tennyson Society, stands by the lake shore.

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Exterior at Sunnyside Guest House in Keswick, Lake District
Sunnyside Guest House

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Coledale Round
Coledale Round

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Canoeing at Derwentwater Marina in Keswick, Lake District
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Skiddaw via Longside Edge
Skiddaw via Longside Edge

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Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.

Alpaca Walking at The Lake District Wildlife Park near Bassenthwaite, Lake District
Alpaca Walking at The Lake District Wildlife Park

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Keswick
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Bassenthwaite
Bassenthwaite

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Low Briery Holiday Park

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The Royal Oak, Keswick

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Ultimate Animal Experience at The Lake District Wildlife Park in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
Ultimate Animal Experience at The Lake District Wildlife Park

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Old Coach Road
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St Kentigern, Crosthwaite, Keswick
St Kentigern, Crosthwaite, Keswick

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Bird of Prey Experience at The Lake District Wildlife Park near Bassenthwaite, Lake District
Bird of Prey Experience at The Lake District Wildlife Park

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Swinside Circuit
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    Lyzzick Hall Hotel

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    Lyzzick Hall Hotel, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4PY

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    01768 772277

    info@lyzzickhall.co.uk

    Keswick

    Beautiful Lakeland stone 19thC building in exquisite gardens. Spectacular mountain views with immediate access to superb walks and forest trails. Located on a lower slope of Skiddaw mountain.

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    Keswick, Cumbria

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    01539 822222

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    One of the Lakeland classics. Bikers have been enjoying this route since the dawn of cycling. A cycling club called ‘The Rough Stuff Fellowship’ record following this route in the 1920s on their trusty touring bikes.

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    Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

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    017687 78469

    whinlatter@forestryengland.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Whinlatter is the place to enjoy peaceful forest walks surrounded by stunning Lake District scenery, with miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Create your own adventure or follow one of our waymarked routes, with a wide range of…

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    Leisure at the Castle Inn Hotel

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    Castle Inn Hotel by BW Signature Collection, Keswick, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RG

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    01768776401

    events@castleinncumbria.co.uk

    Keswick

    Leisure at the Castle Inn offers a great range of facilities available to our Members and guests staying at the hotel, included heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Set beneath some of England's highest fells and overlooking Bassenthwaite…

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    Landscape Photography Full Day Workshop

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    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

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    07827298695

    steveblakephotography@gmail.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
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    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

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    07810890528

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    Bassenthwaite Lake Station

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    Bassenthwaite Lake Station, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YL

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    017687 76599

    info@basslakestation.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    Situated on what was once the Cockermouth, Keswick and Penrith railway line, Bassenthwaite Lake Station offers a unique place to enjoy breakfast, brunch and lunch aboard the replica Orient Express train, right here in the Lake District.

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    Day Admission to The Lake District Wildlife Park

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    Lake District Wildlife Park, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RD

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    017687 76239

    info@lakedistrictwildlifepark.com

    Bassenthwaite

    A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.

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    Crow Park, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

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    Keswick

    Experience adventure at Keswick Mountain Festival (16-18 May 2025) with trail runs, hikes, triathlons, live music, outdoor brands & more in the stunning Lake District. Book now!

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    Long Valley Yurts - Keswick

    Address

    Kestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QX

    Telephone

    01539 267030

    glamping@long-valley-yurts.co.uk

    Keswick

    With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from Keswick, our site at Kestrel Lodge Campsite makes for an ideal location for exploring the Lake District and northern fells. A quiet, family run, family…

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    Couple enjoying lunch at at Cafe Ambio in Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
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    Couple enjoying lunch at at Cafe Ambio in Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cafe Counter and Checkout at Cafe Ambio in Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Cafe Ambio, Whinlatter Forest

    Address

    Cafe Ambio Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    01768778410

    whinlatter@cafeambio.co.uk

    Whinlatter Pass, Keswick

    "Cafe Ambio at Whinlatter Forest is set in the beautiful location of Whinlatter Forest, nestled in the treetops. We offer modern cafe food, and brilliant coffee. We use local suppliers to showcase the best food that Cumbria has to offer. Everything…

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    Cyclewise in Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
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    Cyclewise Whinlatter

    Address

    Cyclewise Whinlatter, Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78711

    enquiries@cyclewise.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A well stocked trail centre bike shop offering premium bike hire, fast repairs and premium road and mountain bike sales. We also offer guiding and…

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  13. Full Moon Women's Circle - Beaver Moon
    Full Moon Women's Circle - Beaver Moon

    Address

    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07810890528

    jen@lakelandwellbeing.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months ahead. It is a reminder for us to do the same physically and mentally, aligning to the rhythm of the season. It invites us to embrace stability,…

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  14. Michelin Starred Food at The Cottage in the Wood near Braithwaite, Lake District
    Michelin Starred Food at The Cottage in the Wood near Braithwaite, Lake District
    Michelin Starred Food at The Cottage in the Wood near Braithwaite, Lake District
    Michelin Starred Food at The Cottage in the Wood near Braithwaite, Lake District
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    The Cottage in the Wood

    Address

    The Cottage In The Wood, Magic Hill, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78409

    relax@thecottageinthewood.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Our Michelin Star restaurant offers a delicious tasting menu, created by Chef Jack Bond using the finest ingredients from Cumbria and further afield in creative, sustainable ways.

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  15. Friar's Crag, Derwentwater, Keswick
    Friar's Crag, Derwentwater, Keswick
    Friar's Crag, Derwentwater

    Address

    KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5DL

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    KESWICK

    To some, including the famous writer, poet and great thinker John Ruskin, Friar's Crag represents Keswick's best view.

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    Poster for "Show Up and Start"
    Screening of documentary Show Up and Start: The Art and Life of Dorothy Ramsay

    Address

    Alhambra Cinema, 36 St John's Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AG

    Telephone

    017687 72195

    info@keswickalhambra.co.uk

    Keswick

    Come along to the Alhambra for a unique opportunity to watch the film and enjoy a post-screening Q&A with local artist Dorothy Ramsay herself.

    This insightful 47-minute film delves into the vibrant life and evocative work of Dorothy Ramsay, a Lake…

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  17. Cyclist Standing Lakeside on a Cycling Holiday in the Lake District, Cumbria from The Carter Company
    Cyclist Standing Lakeside on a Cycling Holiday in the Lake District, Cumbria from The Carter Company
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    Lake District Cycling Holidays - The Carter Company

    Address

    The Carter Company, Various locations in Cumbria, CA12 4RE

    Telephone

    0129663167

    hello@the-carter-company.com

    Various locations in Cumbria

    Our cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Cumbria. Designed with the thoughtful traveller in mind, we aim to show you the hidden gems of the Lake District and also offer the option of electric bikes.

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    Person dressed as a skeleton drawing a bow and arrow in a field
    Halloween-themed weekend

    Address

    Lake District Calvert Trust, Calvert Lakes, Little Crosthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QD

    Telephone

    017687 72255

    bookings@calvertlakes.org.uk

    Little Crosthwaite, Keswick

    Arrive at dusk on Halloween evening to be met by a fiendish gaggle of witches, wizards and glowing skeletons. The whole site is transformed into a den of wizardry so beware if you are faint-hearted – even the food has a ghoulish theme. Every…

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  19. Starry Dark Skies over Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District © David D Jackson
    Starry Dark Skies over Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District © David D Jackson
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    Starry Dark Skies over Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District © David D Jackson
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    Sleep under the stars at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park

    Address

    Castlerigg Hall, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TE

    Telephone

    017687 74499

    info@castlerigg.co.uk

    Keswick

    Here at Castlerigg Hall, our holiday park is well set up to help you enjoy a night under the stars. Holiday under the night’s sky in one of our Hex Pod glamping pods, fitted with skylights so that you can appreciate the beautiful stars from the…

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  20. Full Moon Women's Circle - Hunters Moon
    Full Moon Women's Circle - Hunters Moon

    Address

    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07810890528

    jen@lakelandwellbeing.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    The full Hunters' moon, is named for the hunting our ancestors would have done at this time of year, preparing for the winter months ahead. This is the time to welcome the darker months of the year, an opportunity for introspection and self…

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