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Threlkeld

tourist information centre
017687 72645 (Keswick)

Whitehaven to Threlkeld 35 miles
Threlkeld to Sunderland 99 miles

The view towards Blencathra from Castlerigg Stone Circle

a potted history
Threlkeld is a pretty village situated 3 miles to the east of Keswick and lies in the shadow of Blencathra or Saddleback as it is commonly known. The name of Threlkeld is Norse and means 'the spring of the thrall' but I am afraid I cannot enlighten you as to what a thrall is! The village was a minor 'boom town' at the start of the 20th century when quantities of zinc and lead were discovered in the area. Over a hundred men were employed at the local mine and terraced houses were built to accommodate them, quarrying for granite continued in the area until the 1980's. The nearby Blencathra Field Centre was once a TB isolation hospital but now functions as a residential centre offering courses in biology and geography.

places of interest
Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum - history & methods of the areas quarrying heritage
St. Marys Church - a brief history of Threlkelds church

cycle shops
There are no cycle shops at Threlkeld I am afraid so its back to Keswick!
Keswick Mountain Bikes - Southey Hill, Keswick Tel:017687 75202
Keswick Riding and Cycle Hire Centre - Cycle Hire plus minor spares and repairs.Based at High Hill just off the B5289 on the C2C route heading into Keswick or Glaramara Guest House, Acorn Street.
tel : 017687 73216/75255 - mobile : 07711 763 019 - e-mail : keswick.9glaramara@virgin.net

eating places
The Salutation Inn - Threlkeld, Keswick tel: 017687 79614 - for more details see below
Horse and Farrier Inn - Threlkeld, Keswick tel: 017687 79688 - for more details see below

route features
Leading up to Threlkeld you have the choice of two routes either via the scenic Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Path leading directly to Threlkeld or you can opt to go the slightly harder (its uphill!) route via the stunning stone circle at Castlerigg high above Keswick. After Threlkeld you take a car free section of country road for a while then follow the cycle path alongside the main road before turning left at Scales and heading down 'the gated road' into Mungrisdale. There is the added bonus on this stretch of stunning views of both Saddleback on your left and the Helvellyn range on your right.

recommendations
If you have found a cafe, eating place, cycle shop or anywhere you might like to recommend to other C2C'ers then send it in for inclusion into The C2C Guide.

accommodation
Please try to book accommodation in advance and give as much notice as possible if you have to cancel the booking so the room can be re-let otherwise your deposit may be forfeited. Also if you are going to be late arriving at your accommodation it is always a good idea to ring and let the proprietor know so they can keep your room open for you.

Remember to double check all details with the establishment as this guide cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions nor for any loss arising as a result.

When booking accommodation please mention the C2C Guide website.

Horse and Farrier Inn Horse and Farrier Inn

Ian Court
Horse and Farrier Inn, Threlkeld,
Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4RT

tel: 017687 79688
fax: 017687 79823
web-site: www.horseandfarrier.com
e-mail: info@horseandfarrier.com

rooms .... 9 double (6 are double or twin) - 1 twin - 10 en-suite (also 2 bed cottage)
months open .... all year
B & B .... from £35.00 per person
evening meal .... yes
packed lunch .... yes
non-smoking ... yes
secure cycle parking .... yes
distance from route .... on route
grading .... 4 Star Visit Britain

The Horse and Farrier Inn is situated beneath Blencathra in the picturesque village of Threlkeld. Located just 4 miles east of Keswick it is ideally located for walking. Our restaurant is renowned locally for quality and our head chef has recently won the Most Inspiring Chef of the Year from the Cumbria Tourist Board.
The Horse & Farrier Inn have recently purchased additional accommodation to the Inn. The Guest House is situated opposite our rear car park less than 30 seconds walk from the Inn and offers an additional 4 rooms. All the main services are offered in the Inn i.e. Breakfast Lunch and Dinner. All the Horse & Farrier special offers apply to the Guest House. All rooms offer Tea & Coffee Making facilities TV /DVD hair dryer.
Accommodation as follows:
Room 4 - Superking Double or Twin is situated on the ground floor suitable for easy access
with en suite shower room This room has the benefit of offering a portable bed if necessary.
On the first floor the accommodation consists of :
Room 2 which is a double room with en suite shower room with views of Blencathra.
Room 3 - Double or twin with en suite shower room with views over Clough Head.
Room 1 - One Superking double or twin with en suite shower room this room also has the opportunity to offer a additional bed if needed. View of Blencathra and the Horse & Farrier Inn.
The Horse & Farrier Guest House has the added benefit of a television lounge with DVD
Reading books and a selection of board games.
Ironing Board available. Drying facilities. Bike lock up facilities. Daily News’s Papers
Large parties wishing to hire the facility for more than 5 day’s please call for special rates

Scales Farm Country Guest House Scales Farm Country Guest House

Alan & Angela Jameison
Scales Farm, Scales, Threlkeld, Keswick,
Cumbria CA12 4SY
tel: 017687 79660
fax: 017687 79510
e-mail: scales@scalesfarm.com
web site: www.scalesfarm.com

rooms .... 3 double - 2 twin - 1 family - 6 en-suite
months open .... All year excluding Xmas
B & B .... from £28
evening meal .... no
packed lunch .... yes
non-smoking .... yes
secure cycle parking .... yes
distance from route .... on route
pub .... 50 yards

Stunning views and a warm welcome await you at this 17th century fells farmhouse sensitively modernised to provide accommodation of the highest standard. The farm is on the lower slopes of Blencathra with a Lakeland Inn next door