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GUEST INFORMATION
Guest Information: THE LODGE We look forward to welcoming you to The Lingholm Estate and hope the following information will be useful to ensure you have an enjoyable stay. Check-in is at strictly 4pm and we ask you to vacate by 10am on the day of departure. Our postcode is CA12 5TZ. Upon arrival at the Estate you will see our electric gates. When entering or exiting the Estate you will need to enter 2244a into keypad which can be found before reaching the gates on the drivers side. Once on the Estate The Lodge is the first house on the left and there is a gated drive which allows parking for up to four cars. The Lodge is a self-catering house with a fully equipped kitchen. We encourage you to bring supplies with you and use the local shops for top ups. Please refer to your pre-arrival email for the things you need to bring with you at this time and check out requirements. Check out is strictly 10am, prior to this please remove all rubbish, belongings and remove bedding (leaving mattress and pillow protectors on the beds) and place is the bag provided. Please do not leave anything in the property including the fridge / freezer. We provide you with logs for the wood burner in your property, additional logs can be collected from the log store next to the bins. There is also a brick- built barbeque in the garden for your use. The Estate office is currently closed however there is always someone at the end of the phone / email should you need anything.
WELCOME We wish you a relaxed and memorable stay, if there is anything you need during your time with us please let us know, we are happy to help. The following local information was written prior to Covid-19 and therefore we recommend checking individual websites for updates. We would strongly encourage you to be a responsible tourist and keep our local community in mind while on holiday here. Visit places with carparks, take all rubbish home and observe social distancing guidelines. The Estate has 40 beautiful acres to explore including a long stretch of lakeshore and there are walks a plenty from the doorstep. Contents: 1 The Lingholm Kitchen & Walled Garden 3 Alpacas at Lingholm 3 Estate Map 4 Wildlife 5 Boat Hire & Fishing 6-7 Exploring the area 8-9 Local walks 10 Dining in 11 Dining out 12 Useful contacts 13 Our location
Guest Information:
LINGHOLM KITCHEN &
WALLED GARDEN
Onsite is our very own café serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea* alongside hot drinks, artisan
breads and cakes which are all made in the Lingholm Bakery. There is also a gift shop and octagonal
Walled Garden where you can read about Beatrix Potter’s connection to the Estate and surrounding
areas.
The café is open from 9am to 5pm every day however we are running a limited service due to the
Covid-19 pandemic. Please check the cafe website for up to date information.
We are currently running a bespoke catering service for Estate guests, which includes a heat at
home evening meal, bakery and picnic menu. More details and how to book can be found on your
pre-arrival email.
As our guest you may enjoy one free hot drink when purchasing a hot meal, please present your
property key at the till.
To view the latest menus and events at The Lingholm Kitchen please visit:
www.thelingholmkitchen.co.uk
*Afternoon tea must be booked directly with the café at least 24 hours in advance.
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ALPACAS AT LINGHOLM
During your stay on the Estate you are bound to spot our wonderful resident Alpacas, they are owned
by a company who offer walks with them around the grounds. You can see alpacas up close, take
them for a paddle in the lake, meet the herd, take part in feeding time and ask as many questions as
you can think of!
To book your walk please visit www.alpacalyeverafter.co.uk
“ What an amazing experience, I would recommend
this to anyone, young, old, fit, unfit just try it. It was “
everything I was hoping and more!
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ESTATE MAP
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Guest Information:
WILDLIFE ON THE ESTATE
We are very lucky to share our beautiful surroundings with lots of wildlife. The Estate is home to a
variety of birds, insects, Red and Roe Deers, Otters, Pheasants and of course the iconic Red Squirrel.
The best time to spot our lovely reds is first thing in the morning from our squirrel hide which is
identified on the Estate map.
You may also like to take a stroll through our Orchard where you will meet our colony of Honey
Bees, their tasty honey is available to purchase from the gift shop.
We also have four, charismatic resident Herdwick Sheep, ‘Charlie, Peter, Bobby and Billy’, which
call the field opposite the Walled Garden their home. During your stay you will be sure to meet our
friendly Estate pups and also the Alpacaly Ever After herd.
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Guest Information:
KESWICK LAUNCH & BOAT HIRE
For the best views of all take the famous Keswick Launch. You can catch the launch from two nearby
jetties at Nicol End (10 min walk) or Hawes End (15 min walk), great for nipping over to Keswick
and avoiding the hassle of trying to park the car.
You are very welcome to bring your own dingy/canoe and launch them from our private beach or
alternatively boats can be hired from our two local marinas; www.derwentwatermarina.co.uk
and www.nicholend.co.uk
The lake is great for swimming in however we always recommend checking with the environment
agency that there is no blue-green algae which is harmful to humans and dogs.
FISHING
Fishing is permitted on Derwentwater on a catch and release basis. Permits are available online at
www.keswickanglers.co.uk/home/resources-permits or from The Lake District National
Park Information Centre in The Moot Hall on Main Street (017687 72645).
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Guest Information:
EXPLORING THE AREA
Whinlatter Forest
www.forestryengland.uk/whinlatter
You can explore the beautiful Whinlatter
Forest that overlooks Bassenthwaite
Lake, either by taking on the Go Ape tree
top obstacle course or whizzing through
woodland trails on a Segway.
Lake District Wildlife Park
www.lakedistrictwildlifepark.co.uk
This local zoo, also located by
Bassenthwaite Lake, has an exciting array
of animals to see along with indoor and
outdoor areas for little ones.
Mirehouse & Gardens
www.mirehouse.co.uk
This gorgeous historic house is situated
between Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite Lake.
There is plenty to see including gardens,
lakeshore and woodland playgrounds.
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Guest Information:
EXPLORING THE AREA
Keswick Market
www.keswick.org/what-to-do/
shopping/keswick-market
There are plenty of interesting shops in
Keswick town but this market, that takes
place every Saturday (and Thursday
from mid-Feb to Dec) in Keswick Market
Square, is full of unique stalls.
Theatre by the Lake
www.theatrebythelake.com
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on
the shores of Derwentwater no other
professional theatre in Britain can match.
Each year it stages up to nine of its own
productions.
Lowther Castle & Gardens
www.lowthercastle.org
A bit further afield but worth mentioning,
this ruined castle a few miles south of
Penrith is surrounded by gardens and
woodland to explore, along with a huge
adventure playground and café.
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LOCAL WALKS
Estate Grounds – We have several areas of Catbells – A walk that you can start right
the grounds that, as our guest, you are free to from your front door. This fell is a favourite
explore; the meadow, where you will be with many tourists that you may see
watched over by our friends Peter Rabbit and wandering on the footpath that runs through
Squirrel Nutkin, the woodland area (see if you our grounds. Once at the top of Catbells you
can find the hidden adventure playground*) have a wonderful view of Derwentwater,
that leads down to our lakeshore and jetty. Newlands Valley and nearby Bassenthwaite
The lawns and gardens at the front and back Lake.
of the main house. We only ask that you avoid
the lakeside top terrace as this is used by the Newlands Valley – Another walk that you
owners and for events. can access from the Estate is accessed by the
same path to Catbells, but rather than going
Keswick – This lovely little town is only a up to the top of the fell you go down the right-
40-minute walk away, the route is flat and hand side towards the bridleway in the heart
you are surrounded by breath-taking views of this scenic, unspoilt valley.
of surrounding fells the whole way. Head
towards nearby Portinscale village and then *The playground is to be used at your own risk
follow the footpath. and adult supervision required at all times.
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LOCAL WALKS
Derwentwater – In total this flat walk is Castle Crag – This hill is in the heart of
ten miles around the lake with superb views the Borrowdale valley, start the walk at
from every point, easily accessed by starting Rosthwaite.
from the footpath towards Catbells, cutting
down towards Hawes End and following the Walla Crag – You can start this walk from
lakeside as far as you want to go around. If Keswick, all the way up to the top there are
you don’t want to complete the whole walk, beautiful views of Derwentwater.
Borrowdale can be reached in around an
hour on this route and is worth exploring, Ashness Bridge – If you don’t fancy going
particularly Grange village and the famous up to the top of Walla Crag, you can go around
Bowder Stone. it and towards the much-photographed
Ashness Bridge which looks out over
Causey Pike – To the west of Catbells, this Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite Lake and River
walk is accessed by following the road towards Derwent. Carry on to Surprise View where
Newlands Valley and gives great views of this you can see as far as Scotland and the quaint
area. hamlet of Watendlath.
9Guest Information:
DINING IN
Whether you are looking to have your groceries delivered to your door or wish to arrange a private
chef for that special occasion, the details below should give you all the information you need.
Home delivery On-site Bakery
Tesco, Sainsburys and Asda will deliver to The Lingholm Bakery
the Estate. Please specify your property name www.thelingholmkitchen.co.uk
so the driver knows which property to deliver Fresh bread, quiches and celebration cakes
to and please make sure your delivery slot is can be ordered from our onsite bakery to
after your arrival time of 4pm. enjoy during your stay. The latest menu can
be viewed here. Please call 017687 71206
Local Shops and speak to the café manager to discuss
Lakes and Dales Co-operative your order.
James Court, Main St, Keswick CA12 5EF
2.8 miles / 10 minutes Chefs and Private Dining
Keswick Kitchen
Spar at High Hill Petrol Station www.keswickkitchen.com
High Hill, Keswick CA12 5NY If you are looking for total relaxation, we
2.5 miles / 8 minutes highly recommend hiring Keswick Kitchen’s
services. They can offer private dining; meal
Supermarket drops and Cumbrian hampers.
Booths
Tithebarn Street, Keswick CA12 5EA
3 miles / 11 minutes
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DINING OUT
The Lingholm Kitchen The Square Orange
www.thelingholmkitchen.co.uk www.thesquareorange.co.uk
Our onsite café is open 9am – 5pm daily* and Located just up from the Market Square in
serves breakfast, brunch, lunch (hot food Keswick, this little place serves great pizza
served until 3.30pm) a selection of delicious and tapas but get there early as there is
homemade cakes and Afternoon Tea** limited seating.
*Times may differ due to covid-19, please check the
cafe website for the latest opening times. Mizu
www.lakedistricthotels.net/
**afternoon tea must be booked with the café at
lodorefalls/mizu
least 24 hours in advance
If you enjoy eating out in the Lake District
The Swinside Inn but long for a fresh take on restaurant dining,
www.swinsideinn.co.uk you’ll love Mizu. Expect sensational sushi and
Half an hour stroll down the road is this sashimi, crisp tempura, fragrant curries and
lovely pub that has a beer garden with the delicately spiced bowls of ramen, as well as
most wonderful views of the Newlands Valley. tender meat, chicken and fish dishes from the
Serving traditional pub grub, this is a great grill.
place to go for lunch, dinner or to enjoy a pint
of local ale. Morrells
www.morrels.co.uk/restaurant
Merienda Keswick Morrel’s restaurant is situated on Lake Road
www.merienda.co.uk between Keswick’s bustling market square
This quaint little place can be found on the and the town’s ever popular Theatre by the
high street in Keswick. They provide a range Lake. There are mouth-watering menus
of fare from coffee, cakes and sandwiches to designed to suit all manner of tastes.
an eclectic evening menu, wine and beer.
11USEFUL CONTACTS
Estate Queries Murray’s Pharmacy
Estate Office for general queries: 15-17 Station St, Keswick CA12 5HH
017687 74238 017687 72049
Weekdays: 9am-5pm
Maintenance issues:
Saturday: 9am -1pm
07803208745
The Lingholm Kitchen & Walled Garden: Vet
017687 71206 Millcroft Veterinary Group
(24 hour emergency service)
Emergencies Wakefield Road,
999 Cockermouth,
CA13 0HR
Medical 01900 826666
Keswick Mary Hewetson Cottage Hospital
(for minor injuries) Banks/ATMs
Crosthwaite Rd, Keswick CA12 5PH Barclays Bank
01768 245678 Market Square, Keswick CA12 5BE
The Cumberland Infirmary ATM at Lakes and Dales Co-operative
(24 hour A&E service) James Court, Main St, Keswick CA12 5EF
Newtown Rd, Carlisle CA2 7HY
01228 523444 ATM at Spar at High Hill Petrol Station
High Hill, Keswick CA12 5NY
Police
Cumbria Constabulary Headquarters Taxis
Carleton Hall, Penrith Cumbria CA10 2AU Davies Taxis:
0300 124 0111 017687 72676
Iain’s Taxis:
Chemists 017687 36333
Boots
Derwent Taxis:
31 Main St, Keswick CA12 5BL
017687 75585
017687 72383
Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm
Sundays: 10am- 5pm
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OUR LOCATION
Getting here:
Leave the M6 at Junction 40 / Penrith. Head west on the A66 following signs for Keswick. Leave
the A66 at Portinscale, follow the road for 1.5 miles then look for the Lingholm Estate entrance sign.
Address:
The Lingholm Estate
Portinscale
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5TZ A6 6
66
Phone: A
017687 74238
Email: A6 6
stay@thelingholmestate.co.uk Keswick
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Social:
Derwentwater
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