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Derwentwater -
Derwent Water lies to the south-
Derwentwater -
Grid Ref: NY 260 210
Map: Explorer map OL4
Stats: 3½ miles long and 1¼ mile wide
Villages: Keswick, Cockermouth, Grange, Rosthwaite
Fells: Skiddaw, Skiddaw Little Man, High Seat, Grisedale Pike
Lakes: Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite
View on Map: Derwentwater on a map
More info: Derwentwater Tourist Info
Things to do: Derwentwater
Nearest Bus Stop: Keswick
Nearest Train: Penrith
Derwent Water
Attractions: Derwentwater has a great range of things to do, boat trips on the lake itself, and a lakeside path. In addition there are a number of interesting local attractions in Keswick, such as the Castlerigg Stone Circle, the National Trust run Derwent Island House, and Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum. To the north-
Fells: The main fell in the area is Skiddaw, which provides a gentle but long walk with fantastic panoramic views from the top. The Borrrowdale valley also provides some excellent walks.
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Please click the links above to find the best Hotel, B&B, cottage and camping holiday accommodation in the Derwentwater area, or explore the nearby towns and villages, such as Borrowdale, Keswick, and Ambleside.
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