Laurel Bank Guest House Keswick, B & B in the Lake District

Laurel Bank guest house Keswick is situated on an elevated site close to the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle and Keswick town centre in the heart of the English Lake District. A family run B & B awarded four Stars by the Quality in Tourism Authority for its bed and breakfast accommodation and 'commended' in the 2006 Keswick in Bloom garden competiton it is an ideal base to explore the Lakeland fells on foot, indeed walking to Keswick town centre is a joy along the Keswick old railway footpath as this scenic route takes in panoramic views of Grisedale Pike and Latrigg - all within less than fifteen minutes walk from the B & B

The private car park at the rear of Laurel Bank means that you can explore the area on foot, confident that your vehicle is secure.

A tranquil moment on the footbridge over the River Greta is a welcome respite for the less active to enjoy the splendid mountain scenery surrounding Keswick and if you prefer a ride the bus stop is virtually on the door step of Laurel Bank B & B with connections to Keswick town centre and bus station, Penrith railway station, Cockermouth, Workington, Whitehaven and Windermere.

Fitz Park in Keswick on the banks of the river is less than twenty minutes walk away from Laurel Bank bed and breakfast and here you can relax in the colourful gardens or, per chance, watch a local cricket or bowls game. There is also a playground for the younger members of the family or swimming and exercise facilities for everyone in the Keswick Leisure Centre. Stroll for a further five minutes and you are in Keswick town centre with an abundance of shops, pubs, restaurants and sports and leisure facilities for all ages.

Four miles east of Laurel Bank Bed & Breakfast is the Golf Club at Threlkeld Hall; Keswick an 18 hole parkland course with stunning Lake District views of the surrounding Cumbrian mountains.

Threlkeld village situated on the opposite side of the main A66 route from Penrith to Keswick has three very good pubs/restaurants and is a handy retreat from the hustle and bustle of the town. It is conveniently placed on the Stagecoach bus route that passes the front door of Laurel Bank B&B or for the more energetic, the eastern route of the old railway footpath provides a low level walking route from the guest house with a good pint at the end!

All in all Laurel Bank Guest House in Keswick provides excellent bed and breakfast accommodation with easy access to Keswick town centre without the heavy price tag!