ON THE SURFACE, Keswick is another attractive Cumbrian market town, home to stunning views and an awe-inspiring lake.
Dig deeper and you'll find a remarkable landscape, shaped by Neolithic occupation, Roman settlement and Viking invasion. Its scenery inspired the Lake Poets, while its graphite gave us the humble pencil.
This gem of the northern lakes is replete with natural beauty, vibrant local business and an intriguing history.
HOUR BY HOUR
DAY 1
10am Off to market
Surrounded by viewsthe River Greta, which flows through the centre of town.