Set in more than 2 acres of mature land in the heart of Borrowdale The Edwardian Leathes Head Country House Hotel features a bar a restaurant and as free Wi-Fi throughout. The individual charming bedrooms all include a flat-screen TV tea/coffee facilities and their own bathroom with bathroom amenities. Some rooms have a bath as well as a shower and most rooms have views of the surrounding countryside. At The Leathes Head holder of 2 AA Rosette guests can sample dishes prepared by the hotel’s chef who uses locally sourced ingredients or sit in the traditional bar to enjoy a drink. A full English breakfast is served every morning. The centre of Keswick is less than 10 minutes’ drive from The Leathes Head. Parking is free at the hotel.

Set by a river this Lakeland YHA in Borrowdale Valley has fine mountain views and an informal atmosphere. Enjoy family-friendly walks laundry facilities and hot meals. YHA Borrowdale is a recommended stop on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk. Bustling Keswick is about 7 miles away. On site you will find a cycle store and free parking. Indoor activities including a games room and TV lounge. Cumbrian ales and fresh meals are available plus cosy log fires in winter. Whinlatter Forestry Centre is 10 miles away and offers a Go Ape course as well as walking and mountain-biking trails. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.