I like to be close to the lake, so that you don't need transport. More

So beautiful and even though weather not good plenty of views to photograph and boats good to access areas to walk More

trip around the lake was beautiful only complaint no dialogue More

Nothing to dislike, this place is absolutely beautiful, crystal clear water on the lake, magnificent natural views all round with a few small islands in the middle. We took a tour on the launch which took 1 hour and cost £10.00 each but was well worth it to see the whole of the lake. If you want to jump off... More

The walk around the lake takes longer than you think but it is a great walk plenty of animals and good tracks. More

It's lovely when there is a bright sky, you can get numerous different boats out onto the lake and see all the ducks by the shore, the island on the lake with the houses on are just great to see, walking around the lake is so picturesque. When its raining though its just like any lake in the rain! More

It is possible to walk round this lake, boat on it, bike round it. Fabulous More

Its about a 9 mile hike, to go around the lake. You can stop at any of the little villages for tea and scones. If you want, you can catch either the ferry or the bus to return to Keswick. Lots of adorable lambs on the walk! More

Derwentwater is beautiful whatever the weather, though at it's best in Spring with the sun sparkling off the water and the trees just coming into leaf. Walk on Friars Crag, the first piece of land acquired by the National Trust, or get the launch to properly appreciate Derwentwater and the landscape. You might find yourself coming over all Wordsworth and... More