Borrowdale is a spectacular landscape of rugged crags, inviting fells and wooded valleys, including half of Derwent Water and the prehistoric stone circle at Castlerigg, near Keswick.

It is a classic example of a steep-sided glacial valley in mountainous countryside, and runs 10 miles from the high fells (Scafell Pike is its highest summit) down to the shores of Derwent Water.

The lake is easily accessible as it is ringed by road and footpath along its shores and by paths at higher levels and this, combined with its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty, make it very popular.

One of the scenic gems of this area is the little side valley of Watendlath, perched above the lake, containing the famous packhorse Ashness Bridge and a small tarn noted for its fishing. In the main valley, some 4 miles from Keswick past the impressive Lodore Falls, is the attractive village of Grange in Borrowdale, reached via the striking two-arched bridge, which is popular for picnics.