Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa

Keswick, Cumbria

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Where do you let your gaze fall when you approach Armathwaite Hall?

Across the 400-acre deer park? Out at the glass-like waters of Bassenthwaite Lake to the dramatic silhouette of Skiddaw Mountain and Lake District Fells? We‘d recommend all of them. Take them all in, the view is yours.

Enter the house, a masterclass in period design and contemporary luxury. Here you’ll experience Cumbrian hospitality firsthand. As one of the first great stately homes of The Lake District, this house has layers of history.

Perch in the Cocktail Bar or kick back in the spa, learn about the house’s 17th century roots, Bonnie Prince Charlie’s stay, the tea trade in Sri Lanka, how it was bought in its entirety for £5,000, narrowly avoiding demolition and became a safe haven for an evacuated girls’ school during WW2. All this, and so much more, happened right where you’re sitting.

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Need to Know

Check-in

Check-in at 2.30pm.

Check-out

Check-out at 11.30am

Also Worth Knowing

Children – Family accommodation includes spacious rooms with extra beds for children, interconnecting rooms offering space and privacy and deluxe family rooms with integral bunk bedded rooms.

Dogs welcome – Dogs are part of the family and are welcome at Armathwaite Hall. Selected bedrooms are available suitable for those bringing their faithful friend. Dogs are accommodated at a cost of £15.00 per dog per night and receive a bed with cushion, dog treats, and waste bags. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the public rooms and must be kept on leads in the surrounding gardens.

Dining

The two rosette fine dining Lake View Restaurant serves table d’hôte lunches and dinners in elegant surroundings to both residents and non-resident guests. The Courtyard Bar and Brasserie is a stylish modern alternative serving meals in a relaxed atmosphere. Afternoon teas are served daily and are a great way to celebrate with family and friends.

The Spa

See at a glance the amazing facilities that Aramthwaite Hall has to offer.

  • 16m infinity edge pool overlooking beautiful gardens.
  • Wallow pool ideal for those not so confident in water. 1m deep.
  • Outdoor hot-tub overlooking beautiful gardens.
  • Hydrotherapy pool with hydro jets under side benches, neck shower and mood lighting.
  • Aroma room: with heated walls, a cross between a steam room and a tepidarium. Periodic jets of steam and essence provide a relaxing and soothing experience enhanced by the feature lighting and stunning Snow Quartz Crystal. Kneipp hoses to cool down as required.
  • Steam room: a traditional and spacious steam room with stunning Amethyst Madonna Crystal Cave and feature lighting centrepiece, essences and Kneipp hoses to cool down and refresh as required.
  • Traditional sauna with windows overlooking the decked patio and garden.
  • Tropical shower: a hot or cold option with lights and essence for further enjoyment.
  • Rain dance shower: a pulsating water sensation to refresh and revive.
  • Dance/exercise studio: from circuits to yoga to relaxation.
  • State of the art gymnasium with Life Fitness Elevation series.
  • Personal training, fitness assessments and MOT health indicator tests.
  • Disabled changing rooms, toilets and treatment room.
  • Spa lounge with feature central fireplace and dining area.
  • 10 luxurious treatment rooms.
  • Hush tranquillity room with veranda looking over gardens and fells.
  • Dedicated manicure and make-up area.

Spa opening times:

Spa open from 7.00am – 9.00pm.

Children are welcome to use the swimming pool only in the spa from 8.30am – 10.30am and 4.30pm – 6.30pm Monday to Saturday, and 8.30am – 10.30am and 2.00pm – 6.30pm Sunday.

Country Pursuits

Magnificently set in the secluded splendour of 400 acres of deer park and woodland, bordered by the calming waters of Bassenthwaite Lake and framed by the dramatic Skiddaw Mountain and Lake District Fells, Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is a unique, all year-round destination.

Whether you are searching for a relaxing, indulgent getaway, or an exhilarating, action-packed activities break – Armathwaite Hall offers such a wide-range of possibilities. From fell walking to archery, clay pigeon shooting to alpaca walking, kayaking and paddle boarding…even our very own Wildlife Park. For looking to be pampered, you can book yourself (or your loved one) into or award-winning Spa with a range of treatments, half day experiences and our new state-of-art gym and pool.

Whatever inspires you, we can create the perfect holiday to suit the pace of your trip to the Lake District and we cannot wait to welcome you to Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa.

Pricing

From £220 per room per night

What the Experts Say

“A stunning 17th century country house overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounded by all the amenities an outdoorsman could hope for and has become an elegant luxury hotel, complete with a 16 metre infinity pool.”

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Contact

Address

Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa

Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RE

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Reservations

0800 089 3929

Enquiries

01768 776551

reservations@armathwaite-hall.com

General Manager

Simon M Steele

Proprietors

Carolyn Graves

Web Address

https://www.armathwaite-hall.com/

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Map

Directions

By Road

By car from the east

M6 to Penrith, leave the motorway at junction 40, A66 to Crossthwaite roundabout at Keswick then A591 signposted Carlisle. Go 8 miles to Castle Inn junction, turn left and Armathwaite Hall is 300 yards ahead.

By car from the west

A66 towards Cockermouth and Keswick. After approximately 2 miles after passing the turn off for the village of Embleton, turn left and immediately right onto B5291 following signs for Castle Inn, Dubwath and the brown tourist attraction signs for Lake District Wildlife Park. Cross over Ouse Bridge to the right and the signs for Armathwaite Hall will be further along the road ignore first junction as it is the exit, take the next sharp turn left through entrance gates.

By car from the south

From M6 follow instructions travelling from the east. Travelling through the lakes on the A591 to Keswick, exit from Keswick onto A66 towards Cockermouth. Approximately 7 miles after dual carriageway finishes turn right and immediately right again, onto B5291 following signs for Castle Inn, Dubwath and the brown tourist attraction signs for Lake District Wildlife Park. Cross over Ouse Bridge to the right and signs for Armathwaite Hall will be further along the road ignore first junction as it is the exit, turn sharp left through entrance gates.

By car from the north

From M6 follow instructions travelling from the east. From Carlisle turn right at Bothel and follow signs for A591 to Keswick. Approximately 7 miles turn right at Castle Inn and Armathwaite Hall is 300 yards ahead.
Please note that if travelling by coach, it is best to approach the entrance of Armathwaite Hall via the A591 from Keswick than over Ouse Bridge.

By Train

To Carlisle (25 miles) or Penrith (24 miles). Continue by taxi or hire car.

By Air

By helicopter

We have our own helipad in the grounds of the hotel.
Lat/Long = N54°40.83 W003°13.93 BNG = NY 2065 3241 300ft AMSL DCS 115.2 129 4.3
Lawned area 150m x 100m x 80m south of hotel
Caution 60ft trees flanking east and west sides and cables 500m east

By private aircraft
To Carlisle Airport (33 miles). Continue by taxi or hire car.
82 miles from: Newcastle International Airport. Continue by hire car or commercial shuttle service.
131 miles from: Manchester International Airport. Continue by hire car or commercial shuttle service.

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Attractions Near Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa

The Lake District Wildlife Park

Situated on the Armathwaite Hall 400 acre estate is The Lake District Wildlife Park (formally known as Trotters World of Animals Wildlife Park), a family attraction offering a great day out for all. Families staying at Armathwaite Hall receive the special admission rate of adults two for the price of one and children go free. The Lake District Wildlife Park is home to hundreds of rare and endangered animals, birds of prey and reptiles with daily demonstrations, soft play centre, gift shop and tearoom.

 

Go Ape

This fun-filled activity park offers a great time for all the family. Situated in Whinlatter, England’s only true Mountain Forest, it is home to stunning views, fantastic walks, exhilarating mountain biking, rare wildlife and adventure play. Rising 1000ft above sea level, the forest and visitor centre provides a whole range of outdoor activities for everyone.

Keswick Launch

Enjoy a lake cruise on one of the Keswick Launches and experience the beauty of Derwentwater with breathtaking views of the surrounding fells. Enjoy special views of Skiddaw, England’s fourth highest mountain, Catbells, and the ‘Jaws of Borrowdale’.

Lakes Distillery

The Lakes Distillery is Cumbria’s only distillery producing the Lakes Gin, the Lakes Vodka, the ONE (a British Isles blended whisky) and what will become our signature spirit, the Lakes Malt (first bottle due in 2018). Opened in December 2014, The Lakes Distillery is housed in a beautiful restored Victorian cattle farm, with handmade copper stills and an award-winning on-site Bistro. As one of the ‘best new distilleries in the world’ (Time Out, New York), The Lakes Distillery offers a first class visitors centre with whisky tours & tutored tastings alongside a superb selection of hand-crafted spirits.

Mirehouse & Gardens

Mirehouse, near Keswick, is a beautiful family run historic house with gardens, lakeshore and woodland playgrounds open for visitors to enjoy whatever the weather. A relaxed welcome, enhanced by it’s unique literary connections and beautiful collections, await visitors to Mirehouse. Visitors can enjoy the live piano music, unusual photographs and manuscripts and children’s activities as they wander through this family home.