This Is The Lake District
Having spent years photographing the Lake District for our holiday cottage company we thought it was time to ramp things up and create Time Lapse and video movies.
Shot by Jack Serginson and Ollie Gough with a bit of help from myself I think they have produced something quite special, highlighting Cumbria's Lake District and showing why this stunning area is the perfect holiday destination. Look out for re-edits and new films. Big thanks to Cam, Ram and Set from Reforest Records for running out a great sound track at short notice. Oh and by the way, in their urgency to get the film up before disappearing to Norway for their next great time lapse adventure, they made a few spelling typos - Tut Tut boys, I guess I should have checked.
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Keswick Tour Lake District Tour Borrowdale Newlands Valley Derwentwater Ashness Bridge Surprise View
Borrowdale is a classic example of a steep sided glacial valley in mountainous countryside. Running some ten miles from the high fells, with 977m Scafell Pike the highest summit, down to the shores of Derwentwater at Keswick, the River Derwent valley must be one of the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes in Britain.
The lower and wider reaches of the Borrowdale valley are dominated by the 3m (5 km )long by 1m. ( 1.6 km) wide lake of Derwentwater, close to Keswick and with strong connections to The National Trust and the famous author, Beatrix Potter. The lake is easily accessible to the public being ringed by road and footpath along its shores and by paths at higher levels. Enormously popular with lovers of all leisure activities it still retains its peaceful atmosphere and beauty. One of the scenic gems of this area is the little side valley of Watendlath, perched above the lake. Still unspoiled, from the famous packhorse Ashness Bridge to the delightful hamlet and small lake (tarn) noted for its fishing, visitors can experience a very traditional scene. In the main valley below some 4 mile (6km ) from Keswick, past the impressive Lodore Falls, is the small and attractive village of Grange in Borrowdale, reached over the striking two arched bridge, a popular stopping place for picnics and refreshments.
From here the valley narrows into the spectacular Jaws of Borrowdale with road and paths squeezed into a gorge close to the translucent waters of the river bed. With dramatic suddenness the scene changes to one of rich pastures bordered by dry stone walls spread across the flat valley floor. The wide panorama of mountains surrounding the head of Borrowdale are revealed in all their majesty.
Rosthwaite is the first and largest of the settlements in the upper valley with Stonethwaite, Seatoller and the small hamlet of Seathwaite further on at the start of valley routes into the mountains. The design of buildings and use of local building materials add to the attractiveness and interest for the many visitors staying, walking or touring through the valley.
All of this spectacular landscape lies within half an hour of travelling from Keswick. A regular bus service runs the length of the valley all year round and this can link in to the launches plying around Derwentwater. This adds great flexibility to the experience and opportunities in exploring the delights of Borrowdale
It's only a short journey from Borrowdale over the dramatic Honister Pass with its slate quarries, mines and exhibition into the lovely valley containing the lakes of Buttermere, Crummock Water and Loweswater.
Buttermere lake, set in its amphitheatre of mountains, is a tranquil scene, made more dramatic by the play of light and shade in the narrow valley. The low level walk round the lake is a delight, especially if it begins and ends in the hamlet of Buttermere itself, where there is ample opportunity to eat, rest and stay.
Places to see in ( Keswick - UK ) Derwentwater
Places to see in ( Keswick - UK ) Derwentwater
Derwentwater is one of the principal bodies of water in the Lake District National Park in north west England. Derwentwater lies wholly within the Borough of Allerdale, in the county of Cumbria. The lake occupies part of Borrowdale and lies immediately south of the town of Keswick.
Derwentwater is both fed and drained by the River Derwent. Derwentwater is approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) long by 1 mile (1.6 km) wide and is some 72 feet (22 m) deep. There are several islands within the lake, one of which is inhabited. Derwent Island House, an 18th-century residence, is a tenanted National Trust property open to the public on five days each year.
Derwentwater is a place of considerable scenic value. It is surrounded by hills (known locally as fells), and many of the slopes facing Derwentwater are extensively wooded. A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired. Recreational walking is a major tourist activity in the area and there is an extensive network of footpaths in the hills and woods surrounding the lake.
The Keswick—Borrowdale road runs along the eastern shore of the lake and carries a regular bus service. There is a lesser, or unclassified, road along the western shore connecting the villages of Grange and Portinscale. Derwentwater gave its name to the Earldom of Derwentwater. The lake is believed to be the last remaining native habitat of the vendace (Coregonus vandesius) fish from the four originally known sites: Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater in the Lake District, and the Castle Loch & Mill Loch in Lochmaben.
( Keswick - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Keswick . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Keswick - UK
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Disused Slate Quarry near Grange, Borrowdale, Cumbria, The Lake District - England
Here is a disused slate quarry that is well worth taking a short detour to have a look at, that we found whilst out on a walk around the bottom of Castle Crag near Grange in Borrowdale in The Lake District, and is on The Cumbria Way & Allerdale Ramble footpath.
To get to it, take the signposted footpath towards Castle Crag at the side of the cafe in Grange, and walk past the campsite on your left until you enter the woods near the footbridge where Broadslack Gill joins the River Derwent. Here take the footpath through the gate to the left, through Gowde Dub (Footpath to Castle Crag vears off to the right) and walk along the footpath that runs almost alongside the river (on your left) into Low Howes Wood towards High Howes Wood. As you pass Wilkinson's Dub, about halfway along this short stretch, the old quarry is on your right hand side, just a few yards off of the track.
Part of the quarry has been excavated in such a way that it has left a roof and cave which has fairly safe with caution easy access to have a look around.
Lake District - The Central Fells - Grange Fell - The Bowder Stone
This is our last walk of 2014. Here we tackle Grange Fell with Brund Fell known as the 'Wainwright' top and Kings How which is a 'Birkett'. As we descend we take a look at the Quayfoot quarry abseil point and 'The Bowder Stone'.
Over the past 8 years the Fat Boys have been helping a man achieve his dream of completing the 214 'Wainwrights' listed in his Pictorial Guides to the Lake District. Dave Galloway from Southend-on-Sea in Essex and now age 75 only just recovered from surgery following two bouts of Cancer. That coupled with other obstacles often put in his way, such as chronic cramps, blisters and awful crippling gout have not deterred him from making sure he makes the most of being given a second crack at life.
On this site we have documented in video every fell that Dave has conquered. The completion of his dream is near, watch it unfold on this YouTube site. Hope you enjoy this small part of his challenge.
Music is by 7and 5 with the tracks 'When roads become divided' and 'Revelations'
Walk Derwent Water, Lake District
Lake District is known to receive the highest precipitation in UK. On a gloomy day, I walked from YHA Borrowdale over Castle Crag to Grange, then followed Derwent Water Loop along the west coast to Keswick, roughly a 10-mile walk.
Lake District Walk5 Cat Bells, Maiden Moor and High Spy 03/05/18
Today we did one of the most famous walks in the Lake District and one of the top ten walks in the BBC'S Britain's Favourite 100 Walks - Cat Bells, near Keswick and beside Derwent Water. The route we took was a circular route climbing Cat Bells first, then onto Maiden Moor and High Spy. After that our planned route was to have turned right and go down the valley to Little Town but instead, with rain starting to fall we went left for Rigghead Quarries. This proved to be quite a tricky descent in the rain walking over a steep slate path, but we eventually got onto the Cumbrian Way, arrived at Grange for refreshments and then took the route back to our car at the start of Cat Bells. A brilliant day of walking in the Lake District, 17K, so our longest and toughest so far, but we hope the video captures the full extent and effort of it! Enjoy
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360 view from the top camping field at Upper Booth campsite Derbyshire.06.15 am July 5th 2011.
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Lakeside Hotel - the Lake District - Lake Windemiere England UK - Travel With Kids England
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Video Clip from the Travel With Kids England DVD - Places to Stay Bonus Features. Visit the Lakeside Hotel on incredible Lake Windemiere. This hotel in the Lake District was home base for the Travel With Kids production of Travel With Kids England. Amazing hotel, perfect for families, or visitors of any kind.
Holiday Vlog Keswick, Lake District, UK
If you love the countryside & the English mountains then take a look at my vlog of the holiday I just had with my dad in Keswick, Lake District, UK. Total peace & quiet! No wifi! Hope you enjoy :)
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