The
History Of
Keswick
Moot Hall was built in 1571then
rebuilt in 1695. The current building dates back to 1813. It is now known as a tourist information centre and is also known for its unusual clock face which only has
K
eswick museum was founded in 1873 by the Keswick Literary & Scientific Society. At the end of 1874 the museum moved into the Moot Hall and remained there for 23 years until its new home in Fitz Park
T
he theatre first opened in 1999. It is located right next to Derwent water and has 2 stages, a 400 seat main theatre and a 100 seat studio.
D
erwent water lies south of Keswick. It is both fed and drained by the river Derwent. It measures approximately 3 miles by 1 mile and is ap-
H
ope park is situated between the town centre and the lake which bridges the gap. It is filled with beautiful gardens and is surrounded by great views.
K
eswick markets have been going for 742 years now and on offer is local produce and arts and crafts pieces. The markets run every
F
riars chocolate shop was establiched in 1927. The local shops include Kes-