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Accommodation > Hotels > England > Cumbria > Thirlmere > The Kings Head Hotel
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The Kings Head Hotel

A Historic Hotel in Thirlmere, Cumbria


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Thirlmere, near Keswick
Thirlmere
Cumbria
England
CA12 4TN

The Kings Head Hotel, Thirlmere

Accommodation Description:
A former 17th Century coaching inn situated at the foot of Helvellyn in the heart of The Lake District, The Kings Head Hotel and Inn is surrounded by spectacular scenery with unsurpassed views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw. With award winning food served in two individual restaurants, residents lounge, bar lounge and individually furnished rooms, The Kings offers a traditional base from which to explore this wonderful region.

From: £40.00

Accommodation Rating: 3* (about ratings)

Facilities

  • Wedding Licence
  • Car parking available onsite
  • Wi-Fi Available
  • Restaurant
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Pets Allowed
  • Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas
  • [Channels] News
  • [Channels] Sky Sports
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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest

Helvellyn
 Helvellyn
 Nearest Attractions

Helvellyn - 2.6 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating

Lodore Falls Waterfall - 3.3 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating

Castlerigg - 3.6 miles (Prehistoric Site) Heritage Rating

Derwentwater - 3.7 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating

Bowder Stone - 4.1 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating

Derwent Island House - 4.3 miles (Historic Building) Heritage Rating

Keswick Museum - 4.5 miles (Museum) Heritage Rating

St Kentigern, Crosthwaite - 5.3 miles (Historic Church) Heritage Rating

High Force Waterfall - 5.3 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating

Aira Force - 5.3 miles (Countryside) Heritage Rating



  Nearby Towns & Villages to Visit

Watendlath - 3.1 miles away Heritage Rating

Keswick - 4.1 miles away Heritage Rating

Glenridding - 4.4 miles away Heritage Rating

Grasmere - 7.8 miles away Heritage Rating

Rydal - 8.1 miles away Heritage Rating

Pooley Bridge - 10.1 miles away Heritage Rating

Ambleside - 10.7 miles away Heritage Rating

Coniston - 13 miles away Heritage Rating


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Directions:
The Kings Head Hotel is located at Thirlmere halfway between Keswick and Grasmere on the A591. From the North exit the M6 at juntion 40 take the A66 toward Keswick and the A591 south toward Widnemere.From the South exit the M6 at junction 36 take the A590 toward the Lakes and join the A591 north to Keswick.


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