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Lake District

Borrowdale and Derwent Water

Spectacular and varied lakeland landscape around Derwent Water

near Keswick, Cumbria

A view towards Derwent Water on a sunny day in early spring.

Planning your visit

Walkers setting out from Seatoller car park in Borrowdale, Lake District
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Car parks in Borrowdale and Derwent Water 

There are nine National Trust car parks in Borrowdale and Derwent Water to choose from. Find out how to find them and how much parking costs.

View of Derwent House from Derwent Island on Derwent Water under a clear blue sky, Lake District
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Visiting Derwent Island and House 

Derwent Island and House are open to visitors five days a year. Find out all your need to know about the visit and how to get the most out of your day.

Two dog walkers by the shore at Borrowdale and Derwent Water with the mountains in front of them
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Visiting Borrowdale and Derwent Water with your dog 

Borrowdale and Derwent Water has a one paw print rating. Find out all you need to know about bringing your furry side-kick on an adventure around the lake shore, in the valleys and up the fells.

Hikers climbing Great Gable on a cloudy spring day with mountain views all around

Upcoming events in Borrowdale and Derwent Water 

Find out what events we have coming up in Borrowdale and Derwent Water

Two visitors exploring the garden in spring at Quarry Bank, Cheshire

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