On the surface, Keswick is another of the many attractive Cumbrian market towns, home to stunning views and an awe-inspiring lake.
Dig a bit deeper, however, 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 simply replete with natural beauty, vibrant local business and an intriguing history.
DAY 1
10am Off to market
Surrounded by views of the fells and the mountains beyond, the town’s