Lead & Hearth
Sheep grazing above Derwentwater, with Catbells and the fells beyond, near Keswick

Keswick, Lake District

Trail Inns & Walks in Keswick

Inns that sit on or near good dog walks, for a pint at the start or finish.

Photo: Brian Gillman (cropped), CC BY 3.0

  • The Swinside Inn

    Dogs welcome

    A family-run inn in the Newlands Valley at the foot of Catbells, with a beer garden over the valley and low-level walks from the door. Reachable from Keswick by the Keswick Launch.

    Dogs welcome throughout the pub; hours vary by season, so call if in doubt.

  • The King's Head

    Dogs welcome

    An inn at Thirlspot, between Keswick and Grasmere, at the foot of the paths up Helvellyn, with beams, real fires and cosy side rooms.

    Walkers and dogs welcome; contact the inn before bringing a dog to stay.

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