Northern Lake District Discovery Tour 2022

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4, 5 or 8 Days / 3, 4 or 7 Nights
Availability : May, June and September
Start: Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District, England
End: Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District, England
Northern Lake District Discovery Tour: 3, 4 or 7 nights based at Derwent Bank, Derwentwater, Northern Lake District

Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or [email protected] to book.

The beautiful Lake District scenery provides a wonderful backdrop to days out visiting the area’s many attractions. History lovers will savour the chance to see Hadrian’s Wall and the ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle while literary fans are sure to enjoy a trip to William Wordsworth’s birthplace in Cockermouth. There’s a relaxing steamer cruise on Ullswater and time spent at beautiful Buttermere. Admire the workmanship that went into Carlisle Cathedral and explore Dalemain Mansion and its five acres of historic gardens.

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Tour Details

Highlights:

  • Explore beautiful Buttermere with its dramatic mountain scenery
  • Discover historic Carlisle cathedral
  • Relax in the beautiful scenery of the Lake District
  • Cruise on a traditional Ullswater ‘Steamer’

Pick Up Location & TIme

Derwent Bank, Portinscale, Nr Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5TY (Google Map)
4:00pm – You’re welcome to check into the country house hotel from 4pm onwards.

Drop off Location & Time

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way onward.

Price Includes

  • High quality en-suite upgraded accommodation at Derwent Bank
  • Excellent food in our country house, full board (B,L,D daily)
  • The services of our knowledgeable leader, ensuring you get the most from your holiday
  • Full-day excursions with all transport on touring days in a good-quality, comfortable mini-coach

Meals

All meals from dinner on arrival day, to breakfast on departure day
  • breakfasts
  • lunches
  • dinners
  • teas

Price Excludes

  • Airfare
  • Transfers
  • Pre / Post hotel nights
  • Travel to/from the Country Hotel (The nearest train station is Penrith)
  • Admissions (please allow approx. £10 per day for entrances)
  • Driver / Tour Leader gratuity is at your discretion
  • Travel Insurance
What to Expect

Unpack Once!

Explore places of interest, beauty, heritage and wonder. Enjoy active guided sightseeing on relaxed-pace trips to revel in the history, landscapes, architecture and culture of your chosen destination. Our knowledgeable leaders will provide fascinating detail to bring it all to life. Travel between locations by mini-coach or public transport following a carefully planned itinerary.

  • Accommodation at a country house hotel
  • Full Board Meals – from dinner on arrival day to breakfast on departure day
  • Knowledgeable leader
  • Transport between locations
3 Nights Itinerary

Day 1Arrival Day

You’re welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. (D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 2Caldbeck & Cockermouth

On our first day together, we’ll travel through northern Lakeland hamlets and villages to Caldbeck, where we can walk through the village to an old ruined bobbin mill. Travelling on ‘Back o’ Skidda’ we arrive in the town of Cockermouth where you will have the chance to visit the birthplace of William Wordsworth and local shops and art galleries. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 3Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite & Mirehouse

Today we take in some of the famous local landmarks and gain stunning views across both Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite Lake. In the afternoon we visit Mirehouse, a family-owned historic house, with grounds stretching to the shores of Bassenthwaite. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 4Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home. (B)

4 Nights Itinerary

Day 1Arrival Day

You’re welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. (D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 2West Coast, Crummock Water & Buttermere

Our travels today take us through the remote western fells to the seaside village of St Bees. Here we visit the Priory and find out about ‘St Bees’ Man’. Lunch can be taken on the seafront watching the waves and listening to seabirds. On our return journey, we visit beautiful Crummock Water and Buttermere and travel over the iconic Honister Pass. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 3Carlisle, The Great Border City and The Solway Firth

A walk through streets and alleys of the great Border city of Carlisle reveals a quieter side to this historic city, as we pass the guildhall, cathedral, Tullie House Museum, and the castle. Returning along the Solway coast to the end of the route of Hadrian’s Wall, we’ll see that here, history and wildlife sit side by side amongst the sand dunes, salt marsh and mosses. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 4Dalemain & Ullswater

This tour to the far eastern fells ends with one of the Lake District’s largest lakes. After exploring a fascinating church, we visit Dalemain Mansion, home of the Marmalade Awards, where there will be plenty of time to explore the house and gardens. We continue to Ullswater, where we take a wonderful cruise down the lake to Glenridding. Finally, we visit an atmospheric waterfall hidden amongst an arboretum. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 5Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home. (B)

7 Nights Itinerary

Day 1Arrival Day

You’re welcome to check in from 4pm onwards. (D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 2Caldbeck & Cockermouth

On our first day together, we’ll travel through northern Lakeland hamlets and villages to Caldbeck, where we can walk through the village to an old ruined bobbin mill. Travelling on ‘Back o’ Skidda’ we arrive in the town of Cockermouth where you will have the chance to visit the birthplace of William Wordsworth and local shops and art galleries. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 3Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite & Mirehouse

Today we take in some of the famous local landmarks and gain stunning views across both Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite Lake. In the afternoon we visit Mirehouse, a family-owned historic house, with grounds stretching to the shores of Bassenthwaite. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 4Free day

A free day for you to explore the local area or to relax in the Country House. Our Discovery Points help you make the most out of your free day. There’s plenty of maps and a selection of the best local walking routes, as well as weather forecasts and public transport options – plus details about other places to visit. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 5West Coast, Crummock Water & Buttermere

Our travels today take us through the remote western fells to the seaside village of St Bees. Here we visit the Priory and find out about ‘St Bees’ Man’. Lunch can be taken on the seafront watching the waves and listening to seabirds. On our return journey, we visit beautiful Crummock Water and Buttermere and travel over the iconic Honister Pass. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 6Carlisle, The Great Border City and The Solway Firth

A walk through streets and alleys of the great Border city of Carlisle reveals a quieter side to this historic city, as we pass the guildhall, cathedral, Tullie House Museum, and the castle. Returning along the Solway coast to the end of the route of Hadrian’s Wall, we’ll see that here, history and wildlife sit side by side amongst the sand dunes, salt marsh and mosses. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 7Dalemain & Ullswater

This tour to the far eastern fells ends with one of the Lake District’s largest lakes. After exploring a fascinating church, we visit Dalemain Mansion, home of the Marmalade Awards, where there will be plenty of time to explore the house and gardens. We continue to Ullswater, where we take a wonderful cruise down the lake to Glenridding. Finally, we visit an atmospheric waterfall hidden amongst an arboretum. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Derwent Bank

Day 8Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home. (B)

Dates and Prices
3 night package
Departure Dates		 Per person (single or twin) Single in a double room
2022: May 13 $1,180 $1,300
4 night package
Departure Dates		 Per person (single or twin) Single in a double room
2022: May 16 $1,570 $1,730
7 night package
Departure Dates		 Per person (single or twin) Single in a double room
2022: May 13 $2,650 $2,930
2022: June 6 $2,650 $2,930
2022: September 16 $2,650 $2,930

Pricing

Pricing is per person (pp) based on single/twin/double occupancy.

Supplement applied for single in a double room.

Rates are in $ CAD. Rates include room upgrade (better) and membership fees. 


Contact DHTour at 1-888-597-3519 or 905-639-9954 or [email protected] to book.

Ask us for the best available pricing for your dates & choice of airline. We can assist in your travel to/from the Country House.

During your Discovery Tour you’ll have the opportunity to visit many fascinating places. The following is our provisional programme, and your leader may adjust it at their discretion, taking into account factors such as weather, local opening times, or other events. This holiday includes active sightseeing and you should expect to spend lots of time on your feet.

Most admissions to places of interest are not included. Please allow up to £10 per day for admissions to all the places of interest we will be visiting. The full adult price is given but there are usually good reductions for parties and seniors. If you are a member of the National Trust, English Heritage or similar, remember to bring your card for free admission to their properties. Please bring cash as card machines are not always available at all venues.

Sometimes things happen beyond our control – the weather, traffic jams or changes at the places we visit. If we need to adjust your holiday programme, for whatever reason, your leader will help smooth the way.

Travel Details:
Address is: Derwent Bank, Portinscale, Nr Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5TY

By Rail:
The nearest train station is at Penrith on the main line between London and Glasgow.

By Taxi:
The journey from Penrith to Derwent Bank can be made by taxi. The 20-mile journey from Penrith railway station takes approximately 40 minutes. You can pre-book a taxi from our recommended taxi company, Davies Taxis. The price of a 4-seat taxi is around £40. 8-seat taxis are also available at a higher rate. Please pre-book your taxi at least 7 days in advance by contacting:

Davies Taxis*
Tel: +44 (0) 17687 72676
Email: [email protected]
The return taxi journey can be arranged on your behalf by the Derwent Bank Manager.
*Davies Taxis is not owned or managed by us.

By Bus:
The X5 bus runs approximately every hour from Penrith station. The nearest bus stop is on the A66, about ¾ mile walk from Derwent Bank. Alight at the Portinscale bus stop and take the road on the left (signposted to Portinscale, Grange and the Newlands Valley). Follow this road through Portinscale village – Derwent Bank is on the left-hand side after the Derwentwater Marina.

Alternatively catch the bus to Keswick and then take a short taxi journey to Derwent Bank in Portinscale.

By Car:
From Penrith – leave the M6 motorway at junction 40 and take the A66 towards Keswick. After 17 miles you’ll reach a roundabout in Keswick – continue ahead following signs to Cockermouth and Workington. One mile beyond the roundabout, and 200yds beyond the B5289 turning to Keswick, turn left off off the A66 signposted to Portinscale, Grange and the Newlands Valley. Derwent Bank is approx ¾ mile along this road on the left after the Derwentwater Marina and before the Nichol End Marina. There is a large car park available at Derwent Bank.

Hotel Descriptions
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Derwent Bank

Close to Keswick and situated slap bang on the shore of Derwentwater, with the glassy lake on one side and the razor-edged ridges, humpbacked fells and muscular mountains of the Lake District on the other, beautiful Derwent Bank has been entrancing walkers since 1785. Extensive refurbishment and investment have seen this established walkers’ retreat transformed into a beautiful country house hotel perfect for people looking to explore the great outdoors. It’s also perfect for drinking in the views over a glass of something chilled on the terrace. With 41 bedrooms across the main house and garden rooms as well as a rustic ‘pod’ to sleep in, there’s plenty of space, along with a pretty orangery, large lounge and relaxed vibe. The lakeside land encompasses a formal garden, extensive lawns and mature trees. The emphasis is on enjoying the great outdoors and it’s all made super easy with walkers’ facilities from an inspiration point equipped with maps and route ideas to a boot room and drying space – this is the Lakes, after all. With views of Cat Bells and Grizedale Pike, the inspiration for adventure is never far away. Venture out from the house to head to the high peaks such as Scafell Pike, Blencathra and Helvellyn or stick to the lower slopes and lakes; Ullswater, arguably the most beautiful of the Cumbrian lakes, Borrowdale and Buttermere are all within easy reach.

Address: Derwent Bank, Portinscale, Nr Keswick, Cumbria CA12 5TY

Room Amenities: Tea & coffee-making facilities, TV, Hairdryer, Toiletries, Wi-Fi

Stay in one of the main building’s beautifully presented rooms or in the stylish outhouse where there are eight garden rooms with exceptional views for stylish, laid-back Lake District accommodation. In the main house, we’d pick room 12 for the extra space and stunning views over the gardens and Derwentwater. Alternatively, ask for rooms 46, 47, 48 and 49 in the outhouse, all first-floor garden bedrooms with their own glass balcony looking over the ornate formal garden and with views of the lake. There’s easy access to the boot room and orangery too, making these rooms a must to stay in. If you’re after somewhere a little more unusual to stay overnight, there’s a ‘pod’ in the garden that offers extra privacy, sleeps up to four and gives you a great story to take away!

All ‘Good’ rooms are ensuite and furnished to a high standard. There are also several ‘Better’ and ‘Best’ Rooms that are either larger or have a desirable view, a more luxurious mattress, larger television, enhanced toiletries and a fluffy bathrobe & slippers.

Hotel Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, boot room and drying room, formal garden, extensive garden, putting green, orangery, lounge and board games to borrow

After a day exploring the Lake District, settle in at our country house. Walk the pretty gardens, pause on the pier that juts out in to Derwentwater and look for the boats and ferry that sail on the lake. Try your hand on the putting green or at croquet. Grab a drink and sit on the terrace above the sloping lawns. Indoors, the spectacular orangery with its superb views, is the ideal setting for a bit of peace and quiet, or sink into the sofas in the large, comfortable lounge. Head to the bar for a great local ale and a cracking conversation with fellow guests.

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