Brandelhow
The birthplace of the National Trust's presence in the Lake District.
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Brandelhow Details
In 1902 the Brandlehow estate on the west shore of Derwentwater, 108 acres of pasture and woodland at the foot of Catbells, became one of the National Trust's earliest purchases, and the first purchase in this area. The National Trust had been created in 1896, largely through the efforts of Canon Rawnsley, vicar of Crosthwaite near Keswick, putting the Trust, and the Lake District, at the forefront of the concept of landscape conservation. The opening ceremony was performed by HRH Princess Louise, daughter of Queen Victoria, on 6 October 1902, a memorable day for the work of the National Trust in the Lake District. Through the efforts of Rawnsley and the National Trust, much of Borrowdale was preserved from development. After the ceremony, Princess Louise and the three National Trust founders each planted an oak tree. It is very difficult to park in this area in the busy season so why not use "Boat, Bus or Boots" to access the Catbells area? The Honister Rambler runs from April to November and leaves from Keswick Bus Station, or the Keswick Launch serves six landing stages on Derwentwater including Brandlehow and Hawes End throughout the year, with reduced sailing in the winter months. Once here, check out the Octavia Hill Walk, an easy lakeside amble along the quiet side of Derwent Water, leading you through Brandelhow's tranquil parkland. Grid Reference: NY 25035 20710 Address (near): Keswick CA12 5UE, UK
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Nearby Parks Around Brandelhow
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Brandelhow
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0.1 mi away
Brandelhow Park, Derwent Water
This easy walk takes you along the quiet shores of Derwent Water and through Brandelhow Park.
1.2 mi away
Friar's Crag
Friar's Crag has a lovely view of Derwent Water lake, and it's just a short, easy walk from the center of Keswick.
1.4 mi away
Walla Crag to Ashness Bridge
This walk starts in the Great Wood forest, summits Walla Crag, and crosses the much-photographed Ashness Bridge.
1.5 mi away
Lodore Falls
The spectacular Lodore Falls lie where the beck (stream) that flows down the hanging valley of Watendlath tumbles over the edge into Borrowdale.
