Welcome to Bassenthwaite

Bassenthwaite is a small village located in the northern part of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. The village is situated on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, which is the only body of water in the Lake District that is officially called a lake. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and outdoor activities.

One of the main attractions in Bassenthwaite is the lake itself. The lake is approximately 4 miles long and half a mile wide, and is surrounded by hills and forests. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities on the lake, including fishing, sailing, and kayaking. There are also several walking trails around the lake, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Another popular attraction in Bassenthwaite is the nearby Dodd Wood. This forested area is home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, and birds of prey. Visitors can explore the forest on foot or by bike, and there are several trails that lead to stunning viewpoints overlooking the lake and surrounding hills. Dodd Wood is also home to the Osprey Watch, where visitors can observe these magnificent birds of prey in their natural habitat.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Bassenthwaite Primary School
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Mrs Sara Royle
Bassenthwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 4QH
1768776365
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Ireby C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Michael John
Ireby
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 1DS
01697371367
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St Michaels C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Polly Page
Bothel
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2HN
01697320632
School Website
Braithwaite C Of E Primary School
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Mrs Jo Laker
Braithwaite
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5TD
01768778356
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Keswick School
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Head Teacher
Mr Simon Jackson
Vicarage Hill
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5QB
01768772605
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St Herberts C Of E Va Primary And Nursery School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Michael Craig
Trinity Way
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 4HZ
01768773017
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Lorton School
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Head Teacher
Mrs Olivia Harrison
High Lorton
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9UL
190085919
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Cockermouth School
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Head Teacher
Mr Richard King
Castlegate Drive
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9HF
1900898888
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All Saints C Of E School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Smallwood
Slatefell Drive
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9BH
01900823431
School Website
Blennerhasset School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jillian Harrison-Longworth
Blennerhasset
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 3RL
01697320677
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aspatria
Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AW
7.75 Miles
Wigton
Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BA
10.34 Miles
Maryport
Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA
12.29 Miles
Flimby
Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN
13.04 Miles
Dalston
Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LT
14.14 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Iains Taxis
017687 36333
Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP
0.09 Miles
Iains Taxis
01758 736333
Rose Cottage, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QP
0.09 Miles
Keswick Taxis
017687 75585
Unit 2 High Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5LU
5.63 Miles
Dnk Taxis
017687 74959
25 Coleridge Ct, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QE
5.76 Miles
Derwent Taxis
017687 75585
2 Forge Close, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NX
6.08 Miles
Davies Taxis
017687 72676
25 Helvellyn St, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4EN
6.10 Miles
Michaels Taxis
01900 821441
7 Highfield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JF
6.27 Miles
Cockermouth Taxi Co
01900 826649
17 Grassmoor Av, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9AF
6.66 Miles
Eric's Taxis
07879 118222
Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QN
7.38 Miles
T-Cabs
01900 821489
Arch House, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0YF
9.49 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Highside D
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Bass Lake D
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The Ruddings D
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Routenbeck D
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Green Hill D
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Ruthwaite D
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Uldale D
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Castlehead Medical Centre
01768 772025
Castlehead Medical Centre
Ambleside Road
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 4DB
Castlegate And Derwent Surgery
01900 705750
Cockermouth Health Centre
Isel Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Cockermouth Health Centre
Isel Road
Cockermouth
CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3
Cockermouth Health Centre
Isel Road
Cockermouth
CA13 9HT
Isel Road - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Cockermouth Health Centre
Isel Road
Cockermouth
CA13 9HT
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Local Stores

Keswick
Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5EF
01768 772688
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5.80 miles
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SPAR High Hill Garage
HIGH HILL
KESWICK
CA12 5NY
01768772768
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5.6 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Millcroft Veterinary Surgery
Southey Industrial Estate
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5NR
01768 772590
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
Website
5.65 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 0HR
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
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7.09 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
8A Station Road
Aspatria
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 2AL
01900 826666
vets@millcroftvets.co.uk
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Belle Vue Vets Ltd
Syke Park
Syke Road
Wigton
Cumbria
CA7 9NE
01697 342174
info@wigtonvets.co.uk
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1A
38 Curzon Street
Maryport
Cumbria
CA15 6DA
01900 816666
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The Green Veterinary Surgery
Skelton
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 9SQ
01768 484258
vets@greenvetskelton.co.uk
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Local Dog Walks

Latrigg
A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake.
CA12 4PH
4.82 miles

From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.
Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy.
CA12 5TW
5.04 miles

From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years.
CA12 5DN
6.07 miles

Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.
Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland.
CA13 9XA
10.25 miles

From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.
Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes.
LA22 9JU
16.64 miles

From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.
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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day.
LA22 9TA
16.71 miles

From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.
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