The Museum is housed in a Victorian building set within
Fitz Park, in central Keswick. The collections include exhibits on the
social and natural history of the Lake District, with special attention
to the area's literary heritage. There are letters by Southey, Wordsworth,
and Walpole, as well as mementoes of the region's famous residents and
visitors. A popular exhibit is a large scale model of the Lake District.
The art gallery hosts changing exhibits by local area artists.
Set in 22 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodlands near Ullswater in the glorious Lake District countryside. The estate, which is over 200 years old, was once the private residence of a local family and now combines the grace of a bygone age with modern facilities. The award-winning Regency … more >>
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