The area of Underskiddaw, as the name would logically imply, lies at the foot of Skiddaw, the fourth highest peak in England at 3054 feet. Just a few minutes by car along the A591 from Keswick, taking in the villages of Millbeck and Little Crossthwaite, and you are there, with the forests and mountain of Skiddaw to the north and east, Bassenthwaite Lake no distance away to the west, and lush farmland separating the two. If a change from walking in the wilds is needed, then Mire House is well worth a visit, though the gardens, heather maze and woodland playgrounds will keep you rooted in the natural world. The poetry walk at Mire House is a reminder of its literary links: Carlyle, Wordsworth and Tennyson to name but three. This is the area for those who like their Lake District quiet, with grey stone cottages dotted about the land, including plenty available for visitors, or the impressive Lyzzick Hall country house hotel with its extensive private grounds. The thriving town of Keswick with its pleasant mix of the old fashioned – pitch and putt and great pubs – and the new – bistros and wine bars – at three or four miles away is really just on the doorstep, but visitors to Underskiddaw will feel a hundred miles away.
Shops
Old Sawmill Cafe
Little Dodd Garden Centre
Places to Stay near Underskiddaw
Lyzzick Hall Hotel (0.24 miles)
Offering an ideal setting for a relaxing break in the Lake District, this beautiful country house hotel is located on the lower slopes of Skiddaw. Being situated in the northern Lake District ... More
The Coach House (1.43 miles)
Standing within the glorious three acre grounds of Ormathwaite Hall, this beautifully furnished and recently refurbished Coach House retains fine original features including fireplaces and oak beams whilst its newly laid Indian slate and oak ... More | visit website
Underscar Manor (1.44 miles)
The setting is remarkable: a gloriously tranquil hillside location at the base of Skiddaw, with views out over Derwentwater. As you climb the long drive up through grassy banks and fine conifers (watching ... More | visit website
Skiddaw Grove (1.50 miles)
Lairbeck Hotel (1.50 miles)
Powe House (1.64 miles)
Middle Ruddings Hotel (1.70 miles)
The management, Liz, Andy and the team, welcome you. The Middle Ruddings Country Inn & Restaurant is family run and family friendly. Children and pets are always welcome. Fair tradeIt ... More
Derwentwater Hotel (1.72 miles)
The epitome of a Lakeland country house hotel set in 16 acres of conservation grounds on the shores of Derwentwater. Refurbished to provide high standards of accommodation - sublimely comfortable without being pretentious. Award winning ... More | visit website
Dewent Manor at the Derwentwater Hotel (1.72 miles)
Unique - award winning and an unrivalled location at the very heart of the Lake District. Set in the grounds of the highly commended Derwentwater Hotel is the former home of Alderman John Graves. His ... More | visit website
Rickerby Grange (1.76 miles)
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