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Keswick is definitely a place that people head to for outdoor adventures, but here are a few Keswick with Kids suggestions for the days that you don’t fancy putting your hiking gear on.<\/p>\n

I cannot wait to go back to explore more of this gorgeous part of the UK…<\/p>\n

Alpaca Walking<\/h2>\n

Alpacaly Ever After<\/a> offers the rare chance to walk Alpacas around the beautiful grounds of the gorgeous Lingholm Estate.\u00a0 \u00a0Get to know these gentle creatures as you walk with them, feed them , take them for a paddle or even a swim in Derwent Water.\u00a0 Sessions last for an hour and a half – booking is essential…<\/p>\n

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Castlerigg Stone Circle<\/h2>\n

Castlerigg makes a wonderful setting for a family walk, but the stones themselves should prove pretty interesting for any mini enthusiasts you have with you.\u00a0 \u00a0 It’s not the biggest stone circle in the world, but it’s thought to be the oldest in the UK.\u00a0 \u00a0If you tell children that it’s been standing year for over 5,000 years, so it was pretty old even when the Roman’s were busy in this area – even the most history hating child can’t fail to find that interesting.\u00a0 \u00a0 Can you count all 38 stones?\u00a0 It’s thought to be impossible….\u00a0 There’s a strategically placed Ice Cream van on sunny days – the promise of which always helps us to get a decent look at things!<\/p>\n

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Derwent Pencil Museum<\/h2>\n

Not the biggest museum in the world, but very sweet and worth a visit.\u00a0 \u00a0Learn how pencils are made by one of the oldest companies in the UK.\u00a0 Reminisce about old packaging (I saw a few Christmas presents of my past in the display cabinets) and learn about local history of wad (the material first used for pencils).\u00a0 \u00a0There’s plenty of pencil making machinery to inspect, not to mention the biggest pencil in the world.\u00a0 \u00a0 Look out for the tiny hand carved pencil lead sculptures, the huge pencil sharpener collection, and join in with various drawing demonstrations.\u00a0 \u00a0 The shop is amazing for any drawing enthusiast and there are some great offers to be had.\u00a0 \u00a0The cafe is also really lovely.<\/p>\n

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Biggest Pencil in the World apparently!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Keswick Climbing Centre<\/h2>\n

Directly next door to Castlerigg, so you could combine the two if you want a slightly longer day out (or need a bit of blackmail material).\u00a0 \u00a0We really enjoyed Keswick Climbing Centre<\/a> as it offered something for the older two AND the Toddler.\u00a0 The Small Boy and his Sister had an hour’s climbing lesson with an instructor, after which they were free to use the bouldering wall by themselves.<\/p>\n

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Meanwhile the Toddler had great fun solving the sheep puzzle outside in the adventure playground for small people (which also included a lot of climbing walls, just miniature ones!).\u00a0 A huge amount of thought has gone in to the playground, and it kept him occupied for at least an hour and a half despite the miserable weather (he LOVED the zip line, just tell children to hang on tight, there’s quite a swing at the end!!).\u00a0 The Climbing Centre doesn’t just offer climbing, they also organise canoeing, canyoning, archery, quad biking and plenty more besides.\u00a0 \u00a0Do call in advance to ensure you have a space before turning up.\u00a0 \u00a0The Hungry Heifer cafe is great for topping up energy levels too afterwards.<\/p>\n

Kong Adventure<\/h2>\n

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Another climbing centre, but this time in the centre of town.\u00a0 \u00a0Kong Adventure<\/a> offers various indoor climbing and bouldering walls (and even a spot of indoor caving!), and also organises plenty of outdoor adventures too.\u00a0 \u00a0 You can’t really miss the giant gorilla outside!\u00a0 Prices from \u00a36.50 per child for a climbing wall session.<\/p>\n

Gelato Casabella<\/h2>\n
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The gelato at one of Keswick’s most popular restaurants proved so popular they expanded to open a Gelateria just up the road.\u00a0 \u00a0As I like to consider myself a bit of a gelato expert (having sampled plenty in various parts of Italy over the years!), I am happy to confirm that Casabella’s gelato<\/a> is as good (if not better in some cases) as any I have had in Italy.\u00a0 \u00a0Choose from 28 hand-made flavours daily.\u00a0 \u00a0As well as the traditional flavours, there are also a few less traditional choices that went down well with our gang (peanut butter and jelly anyone?).\u00a0 \u00a0A great Keswick afternoon treat!<\/p>\n

Keswick Museum and Art Gallery<\/h2>\n

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This is not the biggest museum in the world, but it really is worth a visit.\u00a0 Where else might you find a Victorian giant geological slate piano, or mummified cat?\u00a0 It’s a great historical library of Keswick over the years, and has a separate collection room that hosts various exhibits over the year.\u00a0 \u00a0Keswick Museum<\/a> is full of child friendly things to do such as quizzes and craft activities, and downstairs there’s a great cafe.\u00a0 \u00a0The park at the back is brilliant for burning off a little extra energy…\u00a0 \u00a0Open daily, and a family ticket is \u00a312.50.\u00a0 Keep hold of this and you can revisit for free at any point during your stay.<\/p>\n

Keswick Leisure Pool<\/h2>\n

The perfect rainy day activity (get there early though!).\u00a0 \u00a0Keswick Leisure Pool<\/a> has a great slide and a wave machine that runs from time to time.\u00a0 \u00a0A family ticket is around \u00a318, and cost of the car park is refunded with any ticket bought.\u00a0 \u00a0Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4NE.<\/p>\n

Visit Lingholm<\/h2>\n

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On the banks of Derwentwater you will find the most exquisite stately home with plenty to keep small people happy.\u00a0 \u00a0Lingholm<\/a> is thought to have inspired Beatrix Potter (who stayed here for several summers), you will find a few of her famous characters dotted about the place – including Peter Rabbit of course.\u00a0 \u00a0 It’s easy to imagine him in the beautiful Walled Garden, and the Kitchen Garden restaurant is famous for its excellent food and child friendly facilities.\u00a0 \u00a0 Take around a walk around the grounds, or down by the lake and maybe even meet an alpaca or two!\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 The estate also has plenty of accommodation options.<\/p>\n

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