Winter time in Keswick and the North Lakes often produces wonderful, stunningly clear, cool, still days, showing those snow capped landscapes so often pictured on Lake District calendar pages. Most people do not realise that the average winter time temperature in Keswick is actually higher than in south east England. Snow on the high fells creates the icing on the cake, but snow in the low level valleys is a very rare occurence.

The most popular way to enjoy this spectacular countryside is on foot, and the opportunities for walking cover everyone's needs and abilities, from gentle strolls along a Lake shore to strenuous mountain walks over rugged high fells. We have useful links to walking sites here.

Of course, walking is not compulsory! There are convenient places to park a car at or close to all the most popular amenities, many where it possible to simply sit and enjoy looking at the scenery.

Accommodation in Keswick and North Lakes

For the many thousands of people who take a holiday or short break in the Keswick area every year finding the right accommodation is very important. See our North Lake District accommodation guide for information about welcoming and friendly Lake District accommodation, from small bed and breakfast (B&B) or guest house to Country House Hotel or self catering apartments, cottages and mobile homes.

Anyone for Golf? If golf is your game then there are some terrific challenging courses in and around the Lake District, mostly set in magnificent surroundings. Come and try some Cumbrian courses. See here. It's Grimm at the Theatre by the Lake This year's special Christmas presentation at the Theatre by the Lake is Grimm Tales, adapted from the Brothers Grimm by Carol Ann Duffy. The production runs from Saturday 28 November until Saturday 9 January. If you are planning a trip to the North Lakes over the next few weeks (perhaps for Christmas shopping?) why not enjoy some terrific entertainment? Theatre details are here.

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