YHA Borrowdale
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WiFi
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Meeting room(s)
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Free parking on premises
Boat trips on Derwentwater
Overview
Cruise the lake stopping at the lakeshore jetties where you can change boats, or enjoy the 50 minute trip around Derwentwater.
What makes it special
- Enjoy Derwentwater by boat
Hostels nearby
YHA Keswick
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WiFi
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Waterfront
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Self-catering kitchen
Other things to do nearby
Theatre by the Lake
One of the most beautifully located theatres in England, hosting film and literary festivals throughout the year.
Keswick Launch Company
Daily launches around the lake stopping at Keswick, Nichol End, Hawes End, Low Brandlehow,, High Brandlehow, Lodore and Ashness Gate.
The Puzzling Place
Stuffed with puzzles, gadgets and curiosities The Puzzling Place is guaranteed to have something to amuse, entertain or puzzle you.
Climbing in Wigton
There are fantastic crags, climbing and bouldering in the area, just make sure you look across the valley to get the best views from the top!
Mountain Biking in Keswick
Whinlatter Visitors Centre is just five miles from YHA Keswick with some of the best purpose built single track mountain bike trails in the country. The 19km Altura Trail is great for experienced...
Road Cycling in Keswick
The C2C route is a 225km route traversing Northern England from Whitehaven or Workington on the West coast to Tynemouth or Sunderland on the east. Keswick makes an ideal first day stop for the...
Watersports in Keswick
Within a three mile radius of Keswick you can try canoeing, sailing and kayaking, all available on Derwentwater. If you want to take it easier, hire a rowing boat from Friars Crag, take in the views...
Cycling in Keswick
From YHA Keswick there is a cycle route to suit everyone, whether you’re looking for a gentle ride following the River Greta along an old railway track to tackling the famous 112 mile Fred Whitton...
Climbing in Keswick
For an accessible road-side route try Little Chamonix for an entry level climb. If you want something a bit more meaty there's the Troutdale Pinnacle and Troutdale Super Direct on Black Crag in...
Walking and Rambling in Keswick
If you're planning on staying at YHA Keswick, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area...
Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
With its large collection of exhibits, the museum is a fascinating place to discover old Keswick and the Lake District. See the museum website.
The Pencil Museum
Enter through a graphite mine replica and follow the path of pencil making from the reign of Elizabeth 1st to the present day.
Keswick Adventure Centre
Offering multi-activity courses in everything from ghyll scrambling and zip-wires to raft-building and waterrollerz.
Watersports in Hawse End
Enjoy the thrill of sailing your own boat. Whether you're looking for speed or relaxation, we'll teach you the basic skills to make your boat move (and stop!), and turn it where you want to go...
Climbing in Hawse End
Try one of our courses and explore all of the fantastic crags, climbing and bouldering in the area.
Mountain biking in Hawse End
Experience the thrill of two wheels. See the world from a different angle, get the excitement of speed and learn how to handle your bike on the rough stuff while staying in control