Theatre by the Lake, Keswick

Name: Theatre by the Lake
Address: Keswick, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 17687 74411

#6 among attractions in Keswick

Hugh Walpole, Theater, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

Theatre by the Lake is situated on the shores of Derwentwater in the Lake District in Keswick, Cumbria, England. It opened in 1999, replacing the mobile Century Theatre, and was made possible by an Arts Council Lottery Fund Grant. From May to November a resident company of up to 14 actors perform a Summer Season of six plays in repertory. The theatre also produces a Christmas show and two Spring shows. The theatre hosts festivals including the Words by the Water literature festival, the Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival, Keswick Film Festival and events in the Keswick Mountain Festival. In addition, the theatre offers a wide range of visiting drama, music, dance, talks, comedy and film. ()

Opened: 1999 (25 years ago)Coordinates: 54°35'44"N, 3°8'22"W

Address

Keswick United Kingdom

Contact

+44 17687 74411

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Day trips

Theatre by the Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Keswick Pencil Museum, Derwent Island House, Derwentwater, Keswick Museum.

0.6 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Keswick Pencil Museum, Keswick
16 min walk • Nestled in the charming town of Keswick within the scenic Lake District National Park, the Keswick Pencil Museum is a unique attraction that offers a deep dive into the history and art of pencil making. This quaint museum, though small in size, holds a special place in...
~1900 ftSW
Museum
Derwent Island House, Keswick
10 min walk • Derwent Island House is a Grade II listed 18th-century Italianate house situated on the seven-acre Derwent Island, Derwent Water, Keswick, Cumbria, and in the ownership of the National Trust.
1.2 miS
Tranquil lake with footpaths and boating
Derwentwater
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the English Lake District, Derwentwater is a shimmering jewel of natural beauty that beckons visitors with its serene waters and picturesque surroundings. This tranquil lake, stretching over 3 miles long and 1 mile wide, is surrounded by a...
0.6 miNE
Hugh Walpole, Museum, History museum
Keswick Museum, Keswick
15 min walk • Keswick Museum is a local museum based in Keswick in the English Lake District, which exhibits aspects of the landscape, history and culture of the area.
1.5 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Latrigg, Keswick
38 min walk • Latrigg is one of the lowest fells in the Lake District in North West England, but is a popular climb due to its convenient location overlooking the town of Keswick and the beautiful views down the valley of Borrowdale from the summit.
1 miNW
Church
St Kentigern's Church
26 min walk • Crosthwaite Parish Church is a church at Great Crosthwaite on the outskirts of Keswick in Cumbria, England. It is dedicated to St Kentigern and is the Anglican church of the parish of Crosthwaite. Since 1951 it has been a Grade II* listed building. The church has an evangelical tradition.
~1910 ftN
City hall, Visitor center, Historical place
The Moot Hall, Keswick
10 min walk • The Moot Hall is a prominent historic building situated at the southern end of Main Street in Keswick, Cumbria, England. It is Grade II* listed.
0.6 miN
Park
Fitz Park, Keswick
16 min walk • Fitz Park is a public park in Keswick, Cumbria. Landscaped in the Victorian period, the park contains shrubberies and specimen trees, and provides open space for recreation.
1.2 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Walla Crag, Keswick
31 min walk • Walla Crag is a fell in the English Lake District, near Keswick. The fell is a short walk from Keswick and overlooks Derwentwater.
0.4 miN
Museum
Cars of the Stars Motor Museum, Keswick
11 min walk • The Cars of the Stars Motor Museum was in the English town of Keswick, Cumbria, and owned a collection of celebrity television and film vehicles. The museum opened in 1989 and closed in 2011.
0.6 miS
Island
Lord's Island, Keswick
16 min walk • Lord's Island, which is one of the seven islands on Derwent Water in Keswick, Cumbria, England, got its name from the Earls of Derwentwater who used to live here.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Theatre by the Lake open?

Theatre by the Lake is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 8 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Theatre by the Lake?

Nearby attractions include Derwent Island House, Keswick (10 min walk), The Moot Hall, Keswick (10 min walk), Cars of the Stars Motor Museum, Keswick (11 min walk), Keswick Museum, Keswick (15 min walk).

How to get to Theatre by the Lake by public transport?

The nearest stations to Theatre by the Lake:

Bus

Keswick Bus Station (11 min walk)
Keswick Park Hotel • Lines: 555 (12 min walk)