Keswick Mountain Festival
Event: 17-19 May 2024. The highly anticipated Keswick Mountain Festival returns to its full glory.
Derwent Pencil Museum
This museum, located in Keswick, is the home of the world’s first pencil! Used by professional and hobby artists all over the world.Enter through a replica graphite mine and learn about the history of pencil making, from its humble beginnings to modern production. The museum also displays interesting artifacts like secret WW2 pencils and a…
The Puzzling Place
An interactive excursion into the World of Optical Illusion!
The Lakes Distillery
Tour The Lakes Distillery, taster sessions and events.
Honister Slate Mine
Experience some of Cumbria’s rich history while setting your heart racing!
Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum
Find out more about the history of the Lake District at this fascinating museum.
Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail
The trail re-opened in December 2020 and is a great trail to cycle. Info boards along the trail will point out the fascinating history and wildlife. The trail is low-gradient and is tarmac for the whole length.
