
Discover more at Borrowdale and Derwent Water
Find out how to get to Borrowdale and Derwent Water, where to park, the things to see and do and more.
The valley of Borrowdale is nine miles long, and there are nine National Trust car parks strung along its length. Each one is a starting point for an amazing day out in the valley. Find out parking costs and how to find each of the car parks.
National Trust members can scan to park for free, but if you’re not a member don't forget some change as due to our rural location there is very limited mobile signal which means we can't take card or phone payment in all the car parks.
Every scan and every penny directly funds our work in the valley to care for wildlife, walls, paths, cottages and farms.
Charges apply at all times.
If you don't often carry cash with you, many of our car parks have the option to pay by phone. To do this, you must first download the app to your phone which then allows you to pay for your parking remotely. You can find more information and download the app here: Pay by Phone
We recommend dowloading before you head out in case connection is poor on location.
We're working with our partners in the Lake District to manage our car parks. You can find the most up to date information on car parks in the Lake District National Park here:
We don't allow overnight parking due to the impact on nature and wildlife, staff resource and visitors. However, motorhomes and campervans are very welcome and well served at our campsites. You can find your nearest site here nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays. Click here to find out which of our campsites are open throughout winter: Winter camping and outdoor holidays.
Please note that in rural locations post codes often cover a wide area so don't always believe the satnav; look for the signs.
Find out how to get to Borrowdale and Derwent Water, where to park, the things to see and do and more.
From conservation projects and protecting archaeological features to improving the experience of visitors or laying hedgerows, our work at this special place is rich and varied.
We aim to open Derwent Island and House 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.
Take in the views from Friar’s Crag and visit historic sculptures on a lakeside walk around Derwent Water or set off from Keswick to explore the surrounding woodlands and fells.
Take to the water for a spot of canoeing, paddleboarding or paddling. The islands of Derwent Water are waiting to be discovered
Discover the internationally significant ‘Atlantic oakwoods’ and Derwent Water which support a variety of rare species of plants and animals, including the red squirrel and vendace.