Twa Dogs Inn, a property with a bar, is situated in Keswick, 4 km from Derwentwater, 17 km from Buttermere, as well as 31 km from Askham Hall. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The property has a garden, as well as a restaurant that serves British cuisine. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a TV. All units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. You can play darts at Twa Dogs Inn. World of Beatrix Potter is 35 km from the accommodation, while Lake Windermere is 42 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 126 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Marston's Inns
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
6.3
Low score for Keswick
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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Twa Dogs Inn - Keswick's community pub!

Company review score: 8.9Based on 114,392 reviews from 94 properties
94 managed properties

Company information

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT The Twa Dogs is a Marston's-owned pub, but now run by LCEC UK Hospitality Management who took over the business in late April 2023.

Property information

Welcome to the Twa Dogs Inn. We are a friendly community focussed pub with 3 letting rooms and are the first hostelry you see as you arrive in Keswick from the west. We currently operate on a room-only basis, NO BREAKFAST IS AVAILABLE. Our kitchen is open 12:00pm-8:00pm Mon-Sat, 12:00pm-6:00pm Sunday. Having recently taken over the property, we are in the process of slowly updating the pub and while our rooms are a little 'dated', they are clean and warm! We are a cheap and cheerful alternative to a B&B or hotel and you will always get a warm and friendly welcome from staff and customers alike. We have our own car park which you are welcome to use during your stay. Check-in is from 2pm on day of arrival and check-out at 11am on day of departure. We are a ten minute walk from the centre of Keswick and an ideal base for walkers, cyclists and dog owners. You can access the Keswick-Threlkeld railway path immediately behind the pub, which can then take you onto Latrigg, Skiddaw, Blencathra and beyond. We are also on the C2C cycle route (NCN71) and can offer security for your bikes if required. For dog owners, we accept up to 2 dogs per room at no additional charge and are directly opposite a park if your pooch needs an early morning or late night walk. We are also a short walk from Castlerigg Stone Circle and an early morning visit to this amazing location is well worth an early start and is a must-see for any visitor. The pub itself is open from 12noon - 11pm (sometimes later) so please be aware there may be the noises you associate with a traditional pub, such as music, laughter, chat and cellar equipment. If you are staying with us we very much hope you can come and join us for a drink and enjoy the atmosphere...

Neighbourhood information

Nestled in a glacial valley on the shores of Derwentwater, Keswick is England's premier mountain town and jewel in the crown of the northern Lake District National Park - a world heritage site. Surrounded on every side by fells and mountains, you always have a stunning view! Originally an ancient market town, Keswick has for many years welcomed visitors to its many cafes, bars, restaurants and pubs. Despite its size, the town boasts an award-winning cinema and theatre, both open all year round. There are also a number of art galleries and specialist shops and a significant number of all businesses in the town still independently owned. Keswick also hosts a number of events, including very successful beer, jazz and cinema festivals. Being a mecca for outdoor activities, the town is also host to the Keswick Mountain Festival, the Lakesman Ironman Triathlon, and is on the Fred Whitton route - arguably the UKs toughest cycling sportive. There is some form of organised running, cycling or swimming event taking place every week, with a very popular Park-Run taking place along the Keswick-Threlkeld railway line path every Saturday morning. The town has an obvious appeal to those loving life outdoors and can be used as a base for walking and cycling holidays. In additional to on-foot or two-wheel access onto the fells and mountains, through the passes and along the lakesides, it is only a short distance away from Honister Slate Mine and Whinlatter Forest - both well worth a visit while in the area. Keswick is easy to access by car, being only 15 miles from J40 of the M6. If travelling by train, the nearest train station is at Penrith with regular busses leaving from directly outside the station. In addition to walking and cycling, Keswick can also be used to explore the wider area by bus or car. The A591 runs to the south of the town and goes to Grasmere, Ambleside, Windermere and Kendal, with the A66 taking you north to the attractive town of Cockermouth.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British

Facilities of Twa Dogs Inn

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bingo
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Darts
  • Billiards
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
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    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 20:00
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    FAQs about Twa Dogs Inn

    • The prices at Twa Dogs Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Twa Dogs Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Twa Dogs Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Billiards
      • Darts
      • Live music/performance
      • Bingo

    • Twa Dogs Inn is 1,050 yards from the centre of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Twa Dogs Inn include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • Twa Dogs Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1