Keswick Tour Lake District Tour Borrowdale Newlands Valley Derwentwater Ashness Bridge Surprise View

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Borrowdale is a classic example of a steep sided glacial valley in mountainous countryside. Running some ten miles from the high fells, with 977m Scafell Pike the highest summit, down to the shores of Derwentwater at Keswick, the River Derwent valley must be one of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in Britain.
The lower and wider reaches of the Borrowdale valley are dominated by the 3m (5 km )long by 1m. ( 1.6 km) wide lake of Derwentwater, close to Keswick and with strong connections to The National Trust and the famous author, Beatrix Potter. The lake is easily accessible to the public being ringed by road and footpath along its shores and by paths at higher levels. Enormously popular with lovers of all leisure activities it still retains its peaceful atmosphere and beauty. One of the scenic gems of this area is the little side valley of Watendlath, perched above the lake. Still unspoiled, from the famous packhorse Ashness Bridge to the delightful hamlet and small lake (tarn) noted for its fishing, visitors can experience a very traditional scene. In the main valley below some 4 mile (6km ) from Keswick, past the impressive Lodore Falls, is the small and attractive village of Grange in Borrowdale, reached over the striking two arched bridge, a popular stopping place for picnics and refreshments.
From here the valley narrows into the spectacular "Jaws of Borrowdale" with road and paths squeezed into a gorge close to the translucent waters of the river bed. With dramatic suddenness the scene changes to one of rich pastures bordered by dry stone walls spread across the flat valley floor. The wide panorama of mountains surrounding the head of Borrowdale are revealed in all their majesty.
Rosthwaite is the first and largest of the settlements in the upper valley with Stonethwaite, Seatoller and the small hamlet of Seathwaite further on at the start of valley routes into the mountains. The design of buildings and use of local building materials add to the attractiveness and interest for the many visitors staying, walking or touring through the valley.
All of this spectacular landscape lies within half an hour of travelling from Keswick. A regular bus service runs the length of the valley all year round and this can link in to the launches plying around Derwentwater. This adds great flexibility to the experience and opportunities in exploring the delights of Borrowdale
It's only a short journey from Borrowdale over the dramatic Honister Pass with its slate quarries, mines and exhibition into the lovely valley containing the lakes of Buttermere, Crummock Water and Loweswater.
Buttermere lake, set in its amphitheatre of mountains, is a tranquil scene, made more dramatic by the play of light and shade in the narrow valley. The low level walk round the lake is a delight, especially if it begins and ends in the hamlet of Buttermere itself, where there is ample opportunity to eat, rest and stay.

[@catrescuer]

I visit the area every six weeks. It is a lovely area for tourists. Great walks from the campsites and plenty of free parking.

[@coasttocoastcaravanning6138]

Fabulous scenery 👌 😀

[@pratamnak]

Fantastic drive, going to do this myself. Thank you for taking the time to post.

[@kazan11000]

Amazing place
Gr8 ppl

[@The2001002]

Going to Cumbria for two weeks renting two cottages, in Grasmere and Windermere. Will do this route. Get off the A roads and explore real Cumbria. Hope I get enough sunshine for these views.

[@seemascreation1976]

Very nice

[@sidney4329]

Beautiful! What are you driving?

[@patrickkelly7085]

Photographed more than Tower Bridge ?

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