Places to see in ( Bassenthwaite - UK )
Places to see in ( Bassenthwaite - UK )
Bassenthwaite is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria, England. The village is about 7 miles (11 km) east of Cockermouth, and is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake. Containing just a single pub and no shops, it is largely an agricultural community, with two farms within the village itself, with a number of holiday homes. Boasting a Church of England Church (St John's) on its outskirts, together with a tiny Methodist chapel, it contains many elements of the archetypal English village including a green, primary school and a stream running through it.
Trafford Caravan Park is on Carlisle Road 6 miles (9.7 km) from the roundabout just outside Keswick. Bassenthwaite Village is at the foot of Skiddaw, one of the highest mountains in England at 3,054 feet (931 m). Robin Hood, Skiddaw, Ullock Pike, Longside Edge and Barf can be seen from the village.
'Bassenthwaite' is 'Bastun's clearing', pers.[onal] n.[ame] plus 'þveit' 'clearing', also 'common', 'lake'. The 1st el[ement] is usually taken to be the Anglo-French nickname or surname 'Bastun', originally meaning 'stick', while the 2nd is ON 'þveit' 'clearing'. The lake, in early times known as 'Bastun's water', takes its name from the village.
The church of St Bega is in fields near the lake, some distance away from the village, and was built about 950AD. It is a grade II* listed building, and is popular for weddings. It is the parish church of Bassenthwaite : St John's church was built later as a chapel of ease. The St Bega's Way walking route was described in a booklet published to raise funds for the church in 2008.
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Highfield Hotel & Restaurant, Keswick
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Best Hotels in Keswick The George Hotel
St Johns Street, Keswick, Keswick, CA12 5AZ, United Kingdom
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Best Hotels in Keswick The George Hotel
In the center of Keswick, the George Hotel is the town’s oldest coaching inn. It offers comfortable accommodations with private bathrooms and a welcoming bar and a full English breakfast is served every day.
All the rooms are tastefully decorated and well-equipped, with TVs, tea and coffee making facilities, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers. They are full of antique objects and furniture.
The cozy, traditional English pub offers a range of real ales and a homey real fire. The award-winning restaurant has a menu that changes with the seasons; it serves traditional food with a modern twist.
The George Hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the Lake and Derwentwater just a 5-minute walk away. Many activities are available in the area, such as golf, horseback riding and cycling.
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Lovely holiday self catering cottages sleeping 2 to 10 in Bassenthwaite village, close to Keswick.
Keswick White Christmas
A stunning evening in Keswick with a fresh snowfall and the Christmas lights setting a winter wonderland scene. If you are considering a visit to the Lake District during Christmas, Keswick is a must! Here is a little preview of how stunning the market square looks during Christmas. There are also a few winter landscapes towards the end of the video.
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Squirrel Cottage - Lakes Cottage Holidays
Delightful two bedroomed cottage sleeping four, full of charm and character. The property has a lovely sunny garden with outstanding views of the fells. There is also an outbuilding ideal for storing your bikes.
Set to the West of the impressive mountain Great Calva, Bassenthwaite village sits on the north-east shore of Bassenthwaite Lake. Bassenthwaite village is within easy walking distance and is ideal for anyone looking for a quiet corner of the Lake District yet within only a ten minute drive of the bustling market town of Keswick.