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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.


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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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    Off-road mobility scooter hire at Whinlatter Forest

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

    Telephone

    017687 78469

    whinlatter@forestryengland.uk

    Keswick

    Explore the woodland and take in the dramatic scenery overlooking Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw in England’s highest mountain forest.

    ​Two Trampers are available daily at the visitor centre from 10:30am onwards for 4 hours.

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    Keswick Otley Road Car Park

    Address

    Otley Road, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5LE

    KESWICK

    Long stay pay and display car park, located in Otley Road, with 87 spaces.

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  12. Car Park
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    Revelin Moss Car Park, Whinlatter

    Address

    Braithwaite, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    KESWICK

    From Keswick: Take the A66 west towards Cockermouth. At Braithwaite turn west onto the B5292 for Lorton. Follow Visitor Centre Sign Posts.

    Car park with 35 spaces. Pay on exit. Charges apply 24 hours a day. Short walk to Whinlatter Forest visitor…

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    Car Park
    Tythebarn Street Coach Park, Keswick

    Address

    Elliott Park, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5NZ

    KESWICK

    Located next to Booths Supermarket.
    Pay and display parking.

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    Car Park
    Noble Knott Car Park, Whinlatter

    Address

    Braithwaite, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    KESWICK

    Car park with 20 spaces. To get there from Keswick, take the A66 toward Cockermouth. Follow signs for Braithwaite on the B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head through Braithwaite and on to Noble Knott car park on your left (identified by a green signpost on…

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    Car Park
    Spout Force Car Park, Whinlatter

    Address

    Braithwaite, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    KESWICK

    Car park with 25 spaces. Located on the road between Lorton and Braithwaite. Take a short walk from here to the waterfall called Spout Force.

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    Car Park
    Bell Close Car Park

    Address

    Main Street, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5JD

    KESWICK

    Pay and display car park with 116 spaces.

    Public toilets adjacent to car park.

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  17. Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Exterior at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Dogs at the Dog Friendly Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Entrance Hallway at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Delicious Food in the Restaurant at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Exterior at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Dogs at the Dog Friendly Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Entrance Hallway at Overwater Hall Hotel in Ireby, Cumbria
    Dine at Overwater Hall Hotel

    Address

    Overwater Hall, Ireby, Cumbria, CA7 1HH

    Telephone

    017687 76566

    welcome@overwaterhall.co.uk

    Ireby

    Our restaurant is open to residents and non-residents alike, serving a delicious 3 course meal made from freshly cooked local ingredients.  We pride ourselves on the selection of local food producers and supplier who we work with to bring you a…

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    Walking routes in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Dodd Wood

    Address

    Bassenthwaite, Nr Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QE

    Nr Keswick

    Dodd Wood is a fantastic place to get some amazing views of the northern Lake District. The network of walking trails will guide you deep into the woodland and onto walking trails leading to the Skiddaw massif. For spectacular views over…

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  19. Car Park
    Car Park
    Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre Car Park

    Address

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

    Telephone

    017687 78469

    whinlatter@forestryengland.uk

    Keswick

    Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) – please pay on exit.

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  20. Car Park
    Car Park
    Keswick Central Car Park

    Address

    Heads Road Court, KESWICK, Cumbria, CA12 5DN

    KESWICK

    Central Long Stay Pay and Display Car Park.

    Capacity 334, disabled spaces 5, motorcycles free in designated bays.

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