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Maidstone to Keswick

Updated: March 14, 2024 12:34 AM
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Maidstone to Keswick

Maidstone is a town in Kent, South East England, 32 miles (51 km) south-east of London. Keswick is a market town and civil parish in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, England. It is located in the north-western part of the Lake District, on the north-eastern shore of Derwentwater, and has a population of 4,800.

Language

The official language of both Maidstone and Keswick is English.

Currency

The currency of both Maidstone and Keswick is the British pound sterling (£).

Distance

The distance between Maidstone and Keswick is approximately 270 miles (430 km).

How to Reach

The following are the different ways to reach Keswick from Maidstone:

  • By car: The journey by car takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By train: There are no direct trains from Maidstone to Keswick. However, you can take a train from Maidstone to London Euston and then change trains for a service to Keswick.
  • By bus: There are no direct buses from Maidstone to Keswick. However, you can take a bus from Maidstone to London Victoria and then change buses for a service to Keswick.

Expenses

The following are the estimated expenses for a trip from Maidstone to Keswick:

  • Accommodation: £50-£100 per night
  • Food and drink: £20-£30 per day
  • Transport: £30-£50 per day
  • Activities: £10-£20 per day

Best time to go

The best time to visit Keswick is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is at its best. However, the Lake District can be busy during this time, so it is worth considering visiting during the shoulder months (May-June and September-October) instead.

What to Eat

Keswick has a number of excellent restaurants and cafes, serving a variety of cuisines. Some of the local specialities to try include:

  • Cumberland sausage: A traditional sausage made with pork, beef, and spices.
  • Grasmere gingerbread: A sticky, ginger-flavoured cake.
  • Kendal mint cake: A refreshing mint-flavoured candy.

Where to Go

Keswick is a great base for exploring the Lake District. Some of the most popular attractions in the area include:

  • Derwentwater: A beautiful lake surrounded by mountains.
  • Scafell Pike: The highest mountain in England.
  • Windermere: The largest lake in England.

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about travelling from Maidstone to Keswick:

  • How long does it take to get from Maidstone to Keswick?
  • The journey takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes by car, and longer by train or bus.
  • Is there a direct train from Maidstone to Keswick?
  • No, there are no direct trains from Maidstone to Keswick.
  • What is the best time to visit Keswick?
  • The best time to visit Keswick is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is at its best.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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