YHA Borrowdale
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WiFi
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Meeting room(s)
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Large garden/grounds
Theatre by the Lake
Overview
One of the most beautifully located theatres in England, hosting film and literary festivals throughout the year.
What makes it special
- Plays with a lake view
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
Crow park
Crow Park is a large green area in Keswick in the Lake District that’s completely free to visit. Situated on the shores of Derwentwater, it’s the perfect spot for children to run around and let off...
Entrust Sculpture at Derwentwater
The Entrust sculpture, also known as ‘the hands sculpture’, is an impressive wooden carving of two hands together in a cupping movement. The sculpture is by local artist John Merrill and can be found...
Moot Hall
Moot Hall, or The Moot Hall, is one of the most recognisable buildings in the market town of Keswick, in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. Situated in the centre of the town, in Market...
Keswick Mouse Trail
The Keswick Mouse Trail is a fun walking trail where you can explore Keswick as you look for Gerald the mouse and his mischievous friends who have escaped from the Keswick Cheese Deli. There are over...
The Puzzling Place
Stuffed with puzzles, gadgets and curiosities The Puzzling Place is guaranteed to have something to amuse, entertain or puzzle you.
Keswick Library
Keswick Library is a small library in the market town of Keswick in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. Not only does Keswick Library house a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction books, it...
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...
Map & Navigation social walk (introductory) from YHA Keswick
Saturday 12th September 2026 Distance: 6.2 miles (10km) Duration: 6.5 hours Led by: Harriet MacMillan, Navigation with Harriet Skills and confidence This relaxed and friendly Introduction to...
Hillwalking social walk from YHA Keswick
Saturday 3rd October 2026 Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km) Duration: 4 hours Led by: Trekking Tom Experiences Discovery and connection This circular walk starts from YHA Keswick and is a great...
Map & Navigation social walk (improvers) from YHA Keswick
Sunday 13th September 2026 Distance: 6.2 miles (10km) Duration: 6.5 hours Led by: Harriet MacMillan, Navigation with Harriet Skills and confidence If you already use OS maps on your phone but want to...
Strandshag Bay
If you’re looking for free things to do near Keswick, then add Strandshag Bay to your list. Strandshag Bay, or Strands Hag Bay or Strands Hagg Bay as it’s sometimes known, is a pebbled beach on the...