Join Get Out Get Active exploring the beautiful countryside around Keswick in the Lake District.

Keswick is an ancient market town in the north of the Lake District National Park, on the shores of Derwentwater, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, mountains and lakes.

Keswick is situated in the north of Derwentwater lake and is often referred to as the “Adventure Capital of the Lake District”. This walkers’ paradise is surrounded by picturesque valleys as well as 1,200 acres of crystal-clear water. 

After exploring the varied terrain, we will lead you back to Keswick where you will have some free time to explore some of the shops and cafes that the Cumbrian town has to offer. There will also be the opportunity to visit Keswick's annual Victorian fayre, with live entertainment and stalls selling Christmas food and gifts!

Important note: This can be a more strenuous walk with some steep sections along rough mountain paths after the lake. You will need good outdoor walking shoes or strong trainers (you don’t mind getting muddy) plus a layer of waterproof clothing. You will also need a spare pair of shoes for after the walk, and a bag for your muddy boots/trainers.

Event Date & Time:

Sunday 1st December 2024  08:00-18:30

Location:

Keswick, Lake District

Cost:

£21.00

Transport:

We will travel via coach from the Parkinson Steps. This is included in the ticket cost.

What you need to bring:

Please come in suitable footwear for uneven and unpaved terrain (walking boots or strong trainers). You will also need:

- Spare footwear to change into after the walk and a bag for your muddy boots or shoes
- Waterproof jacket and warm clothes
- Food/Packed Lunch and a water bottle for during the walk
- Money/Card if you wish to purchase items in the town

Walking trip terms and conditions:

You must be at least 17 years of age to attend this trip.

When booking a place for this event, the named participant is making a commitment to attend the event, to travel to and from the destination on the organised coach provided and to remain with the group and leaders at all times during the guided walk.

Please note that any inappropriate behaviour or failure to follow instructions provided by the trip leaders will not be tolerated and will result in appropriate action.

If after payment a participant cannot attend for any reason, including illness, injury and emergencies, the participant will not be entitled to a refund. The event organiser will be as accommodating as possible if the participant cannot attend, and will deal with cases on an individual basis up to one week before the event. We advise that in the event of the named candidate not being able to attend that they find a replacement to take their position and notify the event organiser at least one week before the date of the event. No changes can be made within one week of the event.

For more information, please contact Get Out, Get Active: getoutgetactive@leeds.ac.uk.