Keswick

Archaeology Drop In Session

Keswick Youth Hostel Association, Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LH
Description:: Information about the archaeology of Keswick and the Lake District National Park, and the Access to Archaeology Project. Handle some real archaeological artefacts, make your own ancient artefacts, quizzes and lots more
Directions:: Approx 2.5km from A66 heading W, in the centre of Keswick
Map of CA12 5LH
Opening times:: Sat 8th Sept, 1030-1530; , , , , , ,
Additional information:: Ground floor only
Organised by:: Lake District National Park Authority

Main Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5NH
Description:: Greta Hall was the home of a succession of Lakes poets in the 19th century. 20th century - school. Now a private residence.
Directions:: W side of Keswick, Hall facing away from Main St
Map of CA12 5NH
Opening times:: Fri 7th Sept, Tours 1100 & 1300 & 1500; , , ,
Booking Required:: Pre-book on 017687 74526 (pre-booking essential)
Additional information:: Refreshments available in aid of Borrowdale School
Organised by:: Keswick Civic Society

Keswick, Cumbria
Description:: A guided walk around the town of Keswick to hear about its history and architecture. Meet at the entrance to the Moot Hall (TIC) in Keswick Market Square.
Directions:: In the town centre
Opening times:: Sat 8th Sept, Tour 1800; , ,
Additional information:: Duration approx 2 1/2 hours
Organised by:: Keswick Civic Society

High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5PB
Directions:: Corner of High Hill and Crosthwaite Road
Map of CA12 5PB
Opening times:: Thur 6th Sept, 0900-1700
Fri 7th Sept, 0900-1700
Sat 8th Sept, 0900-1700
Sun 9th Sept, 0900-1700 (outside service times); , , ,
Organised by:: Keswick Civic Society

Ambleside Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4DD
Description:: Victorian church built 1836-8 in pink sandstone, founded by John Marshall, a Leeds manufacturer and friend of William Wordsworth. Architect: Anthony Salvin. Notable windows by Henry Holiday. Leaflets describing the history and architecture of the church available.
Directions:: Fllw St John St from Market Square
Map of CA12 4DD
Opening times:: Thur 6th Sept, 0900-1700
Fri 7th Sept, 0900-1700
Sat 8th Sept, 0900-1700
Sun 9th Sept, 0900-1700 (outside service times); ,
Organised by:: Keswick Civic Society

Crosthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12
Description:: Guide available to inside of the church.
Directions:: 1 m W of Keswick nr to Keswick School
Opening times:: Thur 6th Sept, 0900-1700
Fri 7th Sept, 0900-1700
Sat 8th Sept, 0900-1700
Sun 9th Sept, 0900-1700 (outside service times); , , ,
Organised by:: Keswick Civic Society

Barrow House, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UR
Description:: An imposing 1780s mansion in a stunning site overlooking Derwentwater. Barrow House has Venetian windows, wonderful moulded plasterwork ceilings and magnificent marble fireplaces. 2 performances of a new play by Keswick Street Theatre performed by Keswick Street Players in period costume.
Directions:: 2 m S of Keswick on B5289, 100 metres after jct to Watendlath
Map of CA12 5UR
Opening times:: Sun 9th Sept, 1330-1700 Plays 1430 & 1530; , , , , ,
Organised by:: Derwentwater YHA
Website:: www.yha.org.uk

Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LH
Description:: YHA Keswick open day & history mountain rescue in Keswick & history diaries.
Directions:: On Station Rd opp Fitz Park, on banks of River Greta. Parking on Station Rd adj. to hostel
Map of CA12 5LH
Opening times:: Sat 8th Sept, 1100-1600 & 2030-2200
Sun 9th Sept, 1100-1600; , , , , ,
Additional information:: max 70 persons
Organised by:: YHA Keswick