Scales Travel Guide

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The ascent of Blencathra by Doddick Fell You can see most of the route up. It is steeper than it looks.
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The ascent of Blencathra by Doddick Fell You can see most of the route up. It is steeper than it looks.
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The first walk after the clocks go back and it's always a bit of shock to the system how early it seems to go dark. Looking back to the north-eastern fells from a long but easy stroll along the River Glenderamackin as a short-lived sun dog appeared.
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Guardhouse View across the River Glenderamackin of Guardhouse Farm.
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Redsike Cottages View of Redsike Cottages with Blencathra in the background.
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Crown and Mitre Hotel

Crown and Mitre Hotel

3 out of 5
4 English Street Carlisle England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Mattress had its day

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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Crown and Mitre Hotel
North Lakes Hotel And Spa

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

4 out of 5
Ullswater Road Penrith England
The price is 3.232.218 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
3.232.218 ₫
3.878.661 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (982 reviews)
Facilities in room were great

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

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Woodlands Guest House Windermere

Woodlands Guest House Windermere

4 out of 5
New Road Windermere England
Stay at this guesthouse in Windermere. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (630 reviews)
Lovely B&B, cosy clean room, we would come again.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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The Halston

The Halston

4 out of 5
20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Kotel Windermere
1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
Lower House Fairfield Ambleside England
Stay at this cottage in Ambleside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Grizedale Forest are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Fantastic accommodation & location
Amazing, the photos do not do it justice, lovely cosy cottage a home from home and fully equipped. Great location, short walk to village incl pubs and chippy, also access to walks (which pass through livestick fields so dogs on leads). Grizedale forest was a short drive away with really good (long ...

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2024

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
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Popular places to visit

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Derwentwater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Derwentwater
Just follow the path

Honister Slate Mine

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Honister Slate Mine
Great hikes to summit #Helvellyn, the third highest peak of England, at the Lake District #outdoor #lifeatexpedia

Hellvellyn

Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hellvellyn
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Castlerigg Stone Circle

Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
DKGK93 Hope Park, Keswick, the Lake District, Cumbria, England.

Hope Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Hope Park
There is a lovely short walking track here that gives you great views of the lake. www.cheskiesgapife.com

Thirlmere

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thirlmere during your travels in St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn.

Thirlmere

Cities near Scales

Keswick showing street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Keswick

Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith

The valley between Bannerdale Crags and Souther Fell. An alternative and quiet route up to the summit of Blencathra.

Mungrisdale