Local Places of Interest
Popular places of interest, with easy access from Hazel Bank include:
Ashness Bridge and Surprise View
An excellent example of a picturesque old packhorse bridge, leading to unsurpassed views of Derwentwater,
Whinlatter and Skiddaw.
More Information: www.english-lakes.com
The Borrowdale Yews
3 (previously 4) ancient Yew trees located in Borrowdale. These trees are all over 1500 years old and are
celebrated in Wordsworth's 1803 poem 'Yew Trees'.
More Information: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
The Jaws of Borrowdale and the Bowder Stone
Located in the Jaws of Borrowdale, where the valley narrows, the Bowder Stone is one of the most popular
tourist attractions in the Lake District. At 18 metres long, over 8 metres high and weighing around 1,253 tons,
it is the biggest freestanding piece of rock in the Lake District and appears like a diamond resting on one point.
More Information: www.visitcumbria.com
Castlerigg Stone Circle
One of the oldest and most impressive stone circles in Britain, built around 3000 BC. It is believed to have
been used for cerimonious or religious purposes and contains significant astronomical alignments.
It is located on top of low hill with impressive views across to Skiddaw, Blencathra and Lonscale Fell.
More Information: www.visitcumbria.com
The Cumberland Pencil Museum, Keswick
When graphite was discovered in Borrowdale in the 1500s, shepherds began using the 'strange new material'
to mark their sheep. Since then the pencil industry grew and this wonderful museum is at the site of the UK's
first Pencil Factory, opened in 1832.
More Information: www.pencilmuseum.co.uk
Mirehouse, Keswick
A historic house and gardens open for visitors to explore its literary connections and beautiful surroundings.
More Information: www.mirehouse.com
Honister Slate Quarry
Visit England's last remaining working slate mine for a unique Lakeland experience. Zip wire and 'Via Ferrata'
(Italian for 'Iron Walk') available for those wanting an extreme take on hill walking.
More Information: www.honister-slate-mine.co.uk
Boating Trips
There are many navigable lakes in the area. The Keswick Launch Company offers boat trips around Derwentwater, between seven jetties from the lakeshore.