Shops you must visit in and around Keswick
We have some amazing independent retailers in Keswick.
Make sure you check these out on your next trip to the town.
Keswick Cheese Deli
The Lake District Specialist Cheese Deli & Gift Shop in Keswick
Located in Packhorse Court - take the alleyway between Friars and Kindred Spirits to find the shop
Shop:
- Large selection of Cumbrian artisan cheese.
- Gift hampers for all occasions.
- Artisan & local cheese.
- Bespoke hampers
- Cheese wedding & celebration cakes,
- chutneys, jams, crackers, olives, oils
- Beers, wine, gin - all from local suppliers.
- Crockery
- Homemade cheese ice cream, scones and cakes and so much more
You can also buy online and delivery is UK wide
Kindred Spirits
Taste & Explore the best of British Craft Spirits
Kindred Spirits work closely with small-batch British distillers passionate about local ingredients, traditional methods, sustainability and above all else, quality to bring an exceptional range of gin, rum, vodka & whisky into the spotlight.
The space has been designed to offer an authentic and enlightening journey through the world of craft spirits. The Tasting Room promises to be a memorable activity for anyone seeking something a little different to do, while in Keswick.
Whether its Gin, Rum or Whisky, you can immerse yourself in a range of fun tasting and themed events, providing a space where you can savour and appreciate the craftsmanship, heritage and stories behind each spirit.
Tasting events coming soon.
Location:
4 Main Street, Keswick. (Situated in the upper Market Square between Friars and The Cornish Bakery)
You can also shop online
Northern Lights Gallery
Contemporary Keswick-based contemporary art gallery in the heart of the northern Lake District National Park.
Over 85 artists represented, 3 floors.
Paintings, Ceramics, Glassworks, Pottery, Mirrors, Jewellery, Sculpture, Print making.
Solo exhibition gallery on the 3rd floor, with a diffent artist showing each month.
Keep an eye out for their new shop opening "The Pole Star"
Location
22 St Johns Street. CA12 5AS.
From the Moot Hall Information Centre / centre of the town square, head up, and to the left, keep Greggs on your right, Cornish Bakery on your left.
Keep going straight, we are 175m from the town centre / Moot Hall / Tourist Info
Shop online
Podgy Paws Pet Shop
Podgy Paws is a unique pet shop in the heart of Keswick that specialises in the 'Outdoor Dog'.
A huge selection of waterproof jackets, backpacks, boots, collars, leads, harnesses etc as well as food, toys and treats and so much more.
Located next to The Herdy Shop near Booths
Open 7 days a week
Shop online
Peter Rabbits and Friends
Peter Rabbit and Friends was born out of a family owned company’s desire to bring the wonderful and timeless stories of Beatrix Potter along with the characters she created to the high street.
They have a full range of JellyCat, Best Years Dinosaurs, Games and much more.
Also now in store Frugi Clothing, Love Organic.
We also have products based on the great outdoors, education, and fun activities.
There is also a Cafe in the store.
Located on the main high street by the Moot Hall
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Fultons Lakes Jewellery Works
Fultons is a family-run business which has been crafting finely-wrought jewellery for over 40 years.
The Jewellery is all handcrafted in their Keswick workshop.
The Bench Cafe
Fultons Lakes Jewellery has their very own in house cafe.
With a selection of artisan coffees, specialty teas, locally crafted chocolates and delicious vegetarian and vegan temptations for you to enjoy.
They source as much as they can from local suppliers.
You can see the fascinating journey of there jewellery being made from start to finish on their cafe screens while you enjoy a refreshing beverage.
Thornthwaite Galleries
Over 140 local artists exhibiting paintings, wood turning, jewellery, pottery, textiles and much more.
The gallery is fully accessible to visitors with disabilities via an external ramp for wheelchairs and those who find difficulties with steps.
We ensure that there is sufficient space between displays for easy movement of wheelchairs.
The Tearoom:
The tea room which is set within the gallery is now adorned with colourful furniture, which add a little quirkiness to what may have otherwise been quite a traditional setting.
With an entirely vegetarian menu and lots of new vegan and gluten free options, there is something for everyone to enjoy a bite to eat and a refreshing cuppa to go with it.
Location:
The Gallery is located in the beautiful village of Thornthwaite, with its backdrop of the Whinlatter forest, two and a half miles north west of Keswick. It is brown signed from the A66 whether approaching from the Keswick or Cockermouth direction.
Avoid turning left early into Braithwaite if coming from Keswick. Once in Thornthwaite village there is a small brown sign to the Gallery.
Free parking is available for customers.
The Makers Mill Gallery
The Makers Mill is a creative venue in the centre of Keswick: Housing 4 professional work studios, including Handmade Furniture, Ceramics, Textiles and Mixed Media Art. All centred around a shared exhibiting gallery. As well as space for public ‘Arts and Crafts’ workshops.
Not only does The Makers Mill hold craft workshops but they also have a Gallery where you can purchase items made by local artists.
The Gallery is open Thurs - Sat 10am - 4pm
Location:
located behind Otley Road carpark and a few hundred meters away from The Fox Tap.
Address:
The Makers Mill
Greta Side
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5LG
Lucy Pittaway Gallery
Lucy Pittaway is an award-winning artist with a Gallery in Keswick
Shop:
- Original Artwork
- Prints
- Homeware
- Stationary
- Cards
- Gifts and more
Located:
79 Main Street opposite Bookends
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Rohan Keswick
Specialists in Outdoor and Travel Clothing
Since 1972 Rohan has been innovating and designing an outdoor and travel clothing range that is simple in style yet packed with technical features, taking you from home to the hills, supporting your journey along the way.
Located on Lake Road in the Town Centre
A disabled ramp available as there is a step up to get into the shop.
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Viridian Gallery
Viridian Gallery displays professional British Art and Craft work, reflecting the rich variety of styles, both traditional and contemporary to be found in the region.
Owned and run by watercolourist Diane Gainey, the gallery aims to work closely with its exhibiting artists - some who have established reputations, and others whose work the gallery has helped to promote.
The Gallery Stocks original paintings, reproductions, ceramics, sculptures, jewellery and more.
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Ye Olde Friars
Friars Chocolate Shop
Established in the charming town of Keswick in the Lake District way back in 1927, our legacy is rich. The company has remained in the same family since the beginning.
They sell a huge range of superb chocolates, both loose and boxed, buttery shortbread, unusual chutneys and mustards, distinctive honeys and jams and an extensive range of delightfully different gift ideas for every season.
Located in the Market Square opposite the Moot Hall
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Bookends
Bookends of Keswick is a family-owned independent bookshop.
Stocking a range of:
- Books for all ages
- maps
- gifts
- cards
- and more
Bookends have pop-up shops at the Keswick Museum and Theatre by the Lake.
Every March, we are the official booksellers for the prestigious Words by the Water book festival.
Location:
On the corner of Main Street and Stanger Street in Keswick
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