Glamping in Derwentwater

Derwentwater is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable holiday away from the chaos of the city. This famous lake nicknamed "Queen of lakes" has elegant and sophisticated lodging options to enjoy the outdoor experience with all meals included. From Portinscale, Keswick and Ambleside to Cockermouth and Elterwater there are plenty of great options for staying near the lake. The properties designed for glamping are located near the wide trails around the lake, for those who love hiking; or also close to the heritage museums and prehistoric monuments for those who love history and culture; or with views of the spectacular landscapes for nature lovers; This enchanting lake certainly has it all!

Upon reaching this lake you will immediately feel covered by all its charm. You can enjoy comfortable and refined rooms with space for the whole family. Children, adults, and even pets have space at Derwentwater glamping: spacious and elegant dining rooms, luxurious hot water bathrooms, comfortable double or twin beds, picturesque gardens, exclusive terraces, panoramic views and easy access to the lake are some of the comforts that you can find in the glamping sites that will make you feel at home even while surrounded by the purest essence of nature

One of the best things to do in Derwentwater is definitely hiking. The trails around this lake are, in fact, one of the best for hiking in the whole of the UK. This lake offers multiple trails with identified paths or with expert guides who will accompany you on your journey. Whether you want to challenge yourself and conquer steep mountains, or you want to enjoy a relaxing ride in Derwentwater, you will find the ideal route for you. Leaving from Skiddaw, Walla Crag, Castlehead or Castlerigg Stone Circle, there are many roads to explore. The most popular trail is the Derwentwater Walk, located on the lake shore at Keswick Launch and encompassing approximately 10 miles of trail with panoramic views of the lake. It is a quiet, undemanding walk on flat terrain through ancient forests. In these types of trails, you can have a picnic or enjoy a pleasant afternoon. A route that is a bit more demanding is Braithwaite to Force Crag Mine, which has a moderate level of difficulty, and is that despite not being too steep, its incline becomes more pronounced as they enter the depths of its forests. Other excellent routes are “Catbells”, “Stair Riverside”, “Latrigg”, you will surely find one that suits your tastes and needs

This incredible lake has multiple activities that are ideal for families. Whether you are a large group, with young children or with older adults, in Derwentwater you will find endless attractions to visit that everyone can enjoy together. The more adventurous can practice water sports at Derwentwater Marina, and rent kayaks, sails, paddleboards, windsurfing, canoeing, dragon boats or motorboats. You can also visit the iconic prehistoric monument of Castlerigg Stone Circle; enjoy a fun family picnic in the gardens of Hope Park; visit Millican Dalton’s Cave and learn about its history or walk around Friar's Crag and stroll along the Lake Road and see the scenery from the lookout point

Derwent Pencil Museum is a beautiful place, a factory specializing in making high-quality coloured pencils. You can visit the factory, get to know in depth the manufacturing process of coloured pencils, and even buy some copies if you prefer. As if that were not enough, you will have the opportunity to see on display a yellow pencil that measures 26 feet, weighs 984 pounds.

The Catbells route is one of the most popular in the entire region because it is not that long or steep, because it is a great place to exercise and enjoy the outdoors and because when you reach the top you can enjoy a wonderful view of the lake in combination with the mountain. If you wait for sunset or arrive before sunrise, you will see an incredible show with the natural colours that are generated.

This great place is popular in the region because it is ideal for outdoor activities. You can go for a walk, jog or run, but it also has specific points where you can climb. The hikes are usually difficult, so it is recommended that you practice this sport in the company of professionals. As if that were not enough, the place has incredible views that improve as you go up.

This beautiful bridge became famous for its stone construction, for its medieval appearance and for how highly photogenic it is. Go to the place, appreciate the beauty of the rich man who crosses the bridge, stand on the bridge and take a good photo that surely your friends will envy.

Ladore Falls is a waterfall that shows a spectacular panorama of water falling at a good speed on a set of stones that seems deliberately arranged just to make the view more wonderful. In addition, the waterfall falls on an impressive lake as beautiful as the waterfall itself, which completes the pieces for an incredible landscape

The Keswick Museum is a lingo and cosy place that has become the conservator of much of the historical memory of the place through its exhibits. You will also be able to appreciate an important number of works of art that belong to both local artists and the rest of the country. As if that were not enough, the museum has a collection of about 20 thousand objects, almost all related to the history and culture of the region

Alpacaly ever after is a wonderful place where you can have a close encounter with these peculiar animals called alpacas and llamas. You will have the opportunity to meet them, feed them, walk with them, play with them, and even ride them if you are friendly enough. You can also make a great visit with a guide who will explain their way of life, their eating habits and their social habits so that the experience is really complete