Some excerpts from the website of Maple Bank that might be useful
Now under new management, Rhona and Tommy extend a warm welcome to guests both old and new at Maple
Bank Country Guest House. Maple
Bank is a magnificent Edwardian residence set in an acre of beautiful
gardens near the town of Keswick, right in the heart of the. Lake District National Park. and close to all of its many facilities. The House commands uninterrupted views across the Derwent valley towards the lofty Skiddaw and the smaller Latrigg and is ideally placed for walking, climbing, water sports, and other less strenuous activities like fishing or visiting local
pubs and eateries! We pride ourselves on the service we offer to guests and will try our utmost to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We have plentiful free and secure
parking for our guests' convenience allowing you to enjoy the local walks that are right on the doorstep! We also have the added advantage of secure cycle storage and a drying
room for all your wet gear! View from
rooms 1,2, 5 6 and the communal
lounge dining areas. Maple
Bank Country Guest House. Maple
Bank, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RY.
Tel: 01768 778229 /
Fax: 01768 778000 E.mail:
enquiries@maplebank.co.uk. Copyright © 2008 - Maple
Bank Guest House
Maple
Bank is ideally placed not only to take advantage of all Keswick and surrounding areas have to offer, but also, at the end of the day, a good meal and a
drink are not far away so there is no need to drive anywhere if you dont want to! Walking Distance (5 minutes or less) from Maple
Bank. There are 4 local places to eat a short stroll from Maple
Bank, all selling fine food to suit all tastes and budgets and offering local hand-pulled beers. Driving Distance (2 miles) to Keswick
Centre. There is an abundance of eateries in Keswick Town
Centre - too many to list here, but rest assured you will find something to suit!
Keswick has an abundance of things to do and see to suit visitors of all ages and tastes! From gentle walks to fly fishing and cycling - Keswick has it all! Here are a few links to help you make the most of your visit to the beautiful Lake District:- Here are just a few of the many places to visit:- Beatrix Potter Gallery and Hill Top. Brockhole Visitor
centre. Cars of the Stars Motor Museum. Cumberland Pencil Museum. Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Lakeland Sheep and Wool Visitor
Centre. Mirehouse Historic House and
Gardens. Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. Sellafield Visitor
Centre. The Wordsworth Museum. Trotters World of Animals
There are 5 spacious
Double rooms and
two twin rooms, all en-
suite and comprising:- One double bed or two single bedsColour TVPlentiful wardrobe spaceTea
coffee making facilitiesIron and
ironing board (on request)
Hairdryer
Our spacious, yet cosy
family room has an en-
suite and is appointed with: One Double Bed1 Single BedColour TVPlentiful wardrobe spaceTea
coffee making facilitiesIron and
ironing board (on request)
Hairdryer
Our guests' feedback is very important to us to ensure we are giving the best possible service. Here is what a few of our guests had to say about their stay at Maple
Bank: Very comfortable
room and excellent
breakfast. Mr Mrs Leng, Wakefield 26th Nov 2007. A lovely weekend would recommend you to everyone. J Watchorn, Morpeth 28th Oct 2007. Excellent time - very comfortable. Highly recommend you. J Welbury, Ellington 28th Oct 2007. Lovely place to stay + great
breakfast + lovely
room with a view. C Simmons, Abbeytown 29th Sept 2007. Best / Friendliest BB in UK!. Mr Mrs Kennedy, New Zealand 30th Aug 2007. Lovely stay and friendly atmosphere. Joyce Helen, East Yorkshire 24th Aug 2007. Excellent - will come again!. Mr Mrs Thorndyke, Hampshire 24th Aug 2007
Maple
Bank is situated in the small village of Braithwaite, just a few minutes drive from the market town of Keswick and midway between the lakes of Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite. The local village general store has everything you could need on a day to day basis, and there is good choice for eating out. Keswick and the surrounding areas have all the amenities you could ask for - plentiful
shops for browsing, many places to eat and
drink and activities to keep you entertained during your stay in the Lake District. There is something for everyone...
We have put together a list of links to other sites that will hopefully help you to plan your stay in the Lake District. Feel free to suggest any other helpful links by e.mailing: The official website for tourism in the Keswick area. The official website for tourism in Cumbria. The Bed
Breakfast Directory. Click Bed
Breakfast
Maple
Bank Country Guest House dates back to circa 1907 when it was built as a holiday home for one of the famous Dunlop family's sons. Nowadays, the grand
rooms with their high ceilings, original sash windows and other authentic and beautiful period features, play host to a cosy, well appointed country guest house.
We are open all year roundAll our
rooms have en-
suite facilitiesPrices based on 2 people sharing a double/
twin room. All above rates include
Breakfast and VAT. PLEASE NOTE: Rates are subject to change without notice. Check Live Availability Now!
Keswick Film Festival. Cumbrian Literature Festival 'Words by the water'. Jemima Puddleduck Centenary Easter Egg Hunt. Keswick Osprey watch. Keswick Jazz Festival. Keswick Mountain Festival. Keswick Half Marathon. Keswick Beer Festival. Keswick Traditional Christmas Fayre. Keswick Market Square - Starting at 12 noon. New Year Bash Market Square. Keswick Market Square