Cockermouth, Bassenthwaite & the western Lakes.
Isel sits in a quieter pocket of Cumbria, five minutes from Georgian Cockermouth and minutes again from some of the Lake District's most loved walks, lakes and pubs.
Walks & Fells
Latrigg
A short walk above Keswick with breathtaking views over Derwentwater and Skiddaw — 15 minutes' drive.
Catbells
A classic Lakeland ridge above Derwentwater, perfect for a half-day.
Whinlatter Forest
Mountain biking, forest trails and red squirrels — 11 miles away.
Wordsworth House Walk
A gentle countryside loop from Cockermouth town.
Lakes & Water
Bassenthwaite Lake
The quietest of the major lakes, just down the road.
Loweswater
A wooded valley with views to the Solway Firth and Scotland.
Buttermere & Crummock Water
Spectacular and uncrowded — boat permits via the National Trust.
Derwentwater
Wild swimming, paddleboarding and the launch from Keswick.
Eating & Drinking
The Cottage in the Wood
Fine dining set in Whinlatter Forest.
Aspava, Cockermouth
Authentic Turkish from Gaziantep — breakfast through to dinner.
Shills, Cockermouth
Lunchtime cafe, evening tapas and an excellent wine list.
The Wheatsheaf, Embleton
Well-loved gastro pub. The burgers are very good.
The Castle Bar, Cockermouth
A fine spot for a pint in Market Place.
Address
Isel Bridge House
Isel Road, Isel
Cockermouth CA13 0QG
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By car
From the A66, turn down by the bridge — look for the wrought iron gates. Free parking in front of the house.
Local taxis
Sugar's Taxi — 01900 821441
Cockermouth Taxi Co. — 01900 826649