With magnificent fells, stunning lakes and magical villages, the Lake District is a beautiful place to visit throughout the year. Yet it becomes even more magical at Christmas time and it’s the ideal location for a weekend away during the festive season.
Nestled at the northern end of Derwentwater, Keswick is overlooked by stunning fells, including Skiddaw, Blencathra and Grisedale Pike. When the mountains are topped with snow during the winter months Kewsick could double as an alpine location, especially when you add the gorgeous Derwentwater into the mix. But at just over two hour's drive away from Greater Manchester, it's a bit closer to home than a traditional alpine destination.
If its scenic location wasn’t enough to entice you to visit Keswick during the winter, then its unique Christmas market might just do the trick. In the first weekend of December Keswick hosts a Victorian Fayre, which sees the market town transformed into a buzzing hive of old-fashioned festive fun.
