Alhambra Cinema

Keswick's lovely art deco cinema provides great evening or rainy day entertainment with a selection of blockbusters, classic films, and independents.

Archery

Compete to see who has the best aim on our archery activity. Usually indoors, there's also the option to take this outside when the weather is good. 

BMX Track

Also in Lower Fitz Park is a small BMX track that bike-loving teenagers will want to give a go. Bring your own bike or hire one from town.

Canoe and Bushcraft Day

Head into the wilds in your canoes for this educational adventure where you can work together as a family to identify plants, start a cooking fire, and more. Overnight options are also available.

Castlerigg Stone Circle

Connect with our ancient ancestors at one of the UK's most impressive stone circles. Surrounded by spectacular scenery, Castlerigg is bound to impress even the most sullen of teenagers.

Crazy Golf or Pitch and Putt

At Hope Park, you can take your choice of a fun round of Crazy Golf, or a more sedate Pitch and Putt. Either way - it's a great way to wile away an hour or two with the family!

Cycling

Keswick is surrounded by quiet back roads, cycle paths, and mountain bike routes, so suits any type of cyclist! Bring your own or hire from E-Venture Bikes in town.

Derwent Pencil Museum

Admire the world's first pencil, learn more about the humble pencil's role in WWII, and try out some art skills while learning about the old local industry of graphite mining.

Derwentwater Cruise

Hop on one of Keswick's cruise boats - a Keswick Launch - to enjoy the sights of Derwentwater in style and comfort. Stop off around the lake, or sit for a full-lake cruise.

Escape Room

Mountain Rescue are engaging your help to find a missing climber in this escape room. Time is of the essence so your family needs to work together to save a life!

Family-Friendly Walks

From short walks for little legs, to longer walks that burn off plenty of energy, there's no shortage of family-friendly walks in Keswick.

Feed the Ducks

Head down to the lake to feed the many ducks, swans and geese by the shore. Bird-friendly feed is available from the nearby National Trust shop - please avoid feeding bread, which is bad for the birds.

Fitz Park Playground

Let off some steam at the playground in Lower Fitz Park, a large open space alongside the river.

Ghyll Scrambling

There's no more family-friendly or exciting adventure activity than ghyll scrambling. Suitable for ages 7+, children and adults are guided on a fun journey down the mountain rivers around Keswick.

Kayaking

Our easy-to-ride kayaks are suitable for adults and children of all ages, with both single- and double-seaters available. Paddle your way across beautiful Derwentwater as a family.

Keswick Museum & Art Gallery

Educational and fun, this small museum won't take long to wander round, but offers interactive exhibitions on local history, including musical stones.

Paddle Boarding

Another great outdoor activity, paddle boarding is a chance for the whole family to get wet as you find your balance, then explore Derwentwater in style.

Remote Controlled Boats

The small boating lake at Hope Park is a miniature replica of Derwentwater. Grab a remote control and enjoy steering your own boat around the waters.

Rock Climbing

Kong in the centre of town offers climbing for both absolute beginners (including lessons) and more experienced climbers. Try their indoor walls and clip-and-climb, or head into Borrowdale for outdoor climbing.

Theatre by the Lake

Keswick's well regarded theatre hosts a full programme of live music, talks and performances, including plenty of family-friendly options.

The Puzzling Place

A zany indoor activity with interactive, mind-bending illusions including rooms where you can deny gravity and shrink to tiny proportions.