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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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    Comet Lemmon over Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District © David D Jackson
    Dark Sky Stargazing at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park in Keswick, Lake District
    Scenic sunrise over Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District
    Holiday Home Rental at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park in Keswick, Lake District
    Camping with a view at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park in Keswick, Lake District
    Visitors relaxing and taking in the scenery near Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District
    Touring with a view at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park in Keswick, Lake District
    Touring pitches with scenic views at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park near Keswick, Lake District
    Glamping Pods at Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park in Keswick, Lake District
    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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  9. Aerial Photo of Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe, with Bassenthwaite Lake in the Background, in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Aerial Photo of Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe, with Bassenthwaite Lake in the Background, in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Signage, Outdoor Seating, and Train Carriage at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Interior View of The Carriage Cafe at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Food Options at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
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    Food and Bread at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    The Ticket Office and Waiting Room at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Train Carriage and Outdoor Space at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Entrance and Steps to Train Carriage at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    The Ticket Office and Waiting Room at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Aerial Photo of Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe, with Bassenthwaite Lake in the Background, in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Signage, Outdoor Seating, and Train Carriage at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Interior View of The Carriage Cafe at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Food Options at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Afternoon Tea Stands with Food at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Food and Bread at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    The Ticket Office and Waiting Room at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Train Carriage and Outdoor Space at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Entrance and Steps to Train Carriage at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    The Ticket Office and Waiting Room at Bassenthwaite Lake Station & Carriage Cafe in Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District
    Bassenthwaite Lake Station

    Address

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

    Telephone

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

    Address

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

    Telephone

    017687 76239

    info@lakedistrictwildlifepark.com

    Bassenthwaite

    The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This experience  is the perfect way to meet our Tapirs, Meerkats, and Ring-Tailed Lemurs!

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  11. Pike Fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Pike Fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Wild Trout fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Pike Fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Pike Fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Wild Trout fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Pike Fishing in the Lake District, Cumbria with Hemmingways Fishing
    Hemmingways Angling Adventures

    Address

    Hemmingways Angling Adventures, c/o Shundraw, St Johns in the Vale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RR

    Telephone

    017687 78575

    eric@hemmingwaysfish.co.uk

    St Johns in the Vale, Keswick

    Join Eric Hope, renowned Cumbrian angler and environmentalist, for unique guided fishing trips and casting tuition for individuals, groups, and corporate clients. Featured on TV with our friend Matt Hayes and on the BBC and ITV News.

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  12. Skiddaw via Longside Edge
    Skiddaw via Longside Edge

    Address

    Cumbria, CA12 4QG

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    A superb way to the summit of Skiddaw, which takes in the fine shapely ridge, Longside edge, that extends north from Carl Side and is separated from the main massif by the deep trench of Southerndale. From a distance the crest of Longside Edge looks…

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  13. Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra
    Blencathra

    Address

    -, CA12 4SG

    website@cumbriatourism.org

    Rumoured to be one of Chris Bonnington's favourites in the Lake District, Blencathra's (868m) highlights include Narrow and Sharp Edges.

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  14. Food and drink from The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Food and drink from The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Burger from The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Double bedroom at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Welcome signage at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Dog relaxing on a trail near The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Guests enjoying drinks at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Aperol Spritz at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Exterior of The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Real log fire and seating at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Bar and bar seating at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Food and drink from The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Burger from The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Double bedroom at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Welcome signage at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Dog relaxing on a trail near The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Guests enjoying drinks at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Aperol Spritz at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Exterior of The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Real log fire and seating at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    Bar and bar seating at The Pheasant Inn in Bassenthwaite, Lake District
    The Pheasant Inn - Food & Drink

    Address

    The Pheasant Inn, Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YE

    Telephone

    017687 76234

    info@the-pheasant.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.

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  15. Visitors at a Stall at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors at a Stall at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors and Stalls at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors at a Stall at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors and Stalls at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Keswick Market

    Address

    Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5JR

    Telephone

    07753 934 540

    Phil.byers@cumberland.gov.uk

    Keswick

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

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  16. Signage at Rooms36 in Keswick, Lake District
    Signage at Rooms36 in Keswick, Lake District
    Rooms36

    Address

    Rooms36, 36 Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DQ

    Telephone

    01768772764

    andy@rooms36.co.uk

    Keswick

    The newly renovated family and dog-friendly Rooms36, VB 4-star silver award-winning bed and breakfast is situated a short flat walk from Keswick town centre and about a 5-minute flat walk from Derwentwater queen of the lakes.

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  17. Moon
    Moon
    Full Moon Women's Circle – Grain Moon

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +447810890528

    jen@lakelandwellbeing.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District

    The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…

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  18. Nell Gyynn
    Nell Gyynn
    Nell Gwynn

    Address

    Theatre By The Lake, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

    Telephone

    +441768206076

    laura.knights@theatrebythelake.com

    Keswick

    London, 1660. The theatres are alive, the monarchy's restored, and women are finally allowed on stage. One woman is about to take it by storm.

    Orange-seller, wit, trailblazer, Nell Gwynn is a woman who knows what she wants and isn't afraid to go…

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  19. Tour of Skiddaw
    Tour of Skiddaw

    Address

    Keswick, Cumbria

    Cumbria

    North of Skiddaw lies an area of high moors and rolling hills. Bleak and lonely – these fells do not attract the crowds as do their southern neighbours. Great sweeps of open fells dominate the landscape relieved only by the becks. Penetrating this…

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  20. Booths Keswick
    Booths Keswick
    Map of Booths Locations around Cumbria: Kendal, Penrith, Kirkby Lonsdale, Milnthorpe, Ulverston, Windermere, and Keswick.
    Booths Keswick
    Map of Booths Locations around Cumbria: Kendal, Penrith, Kirkby Lonsdale, Milnthorpe, Ulverston, Windermere, and Keswick.
    Booths Keswick

    Address

    Tithebarn Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5EA

    Telephone

    017687 73518

    keswick@booths.co.uk

    Keswick

    Since 1847 we’ve been committed to selling the best food and drink in attractive stores staffed with first class assistants. We take pride in working closely with local suppliers and producers from the Northern counties we call home: Lancashire,…

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