Hostels · North West England
Derwentwater Independent Hostel
In or near Grange in Borrowdale.
Derwentwater Independent Hostel — a hostel in england north east.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry · 7.1 km
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Derwentwater Independent Hostel is a hostel located in england north east. Phone: +44 17687 77246. Address: Borrowdale, CA12 5UR.
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Official information
Derwentwater Independent Hostel is a former hostel that is currently under new management and is being revitalized. It aims to serve as a welcoming space for families, groups, and adventurers, with plans for camping and accommodation options set to open in the coming years.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Armboth Fells SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: BORROWDALE RAINFOREST
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Derwentwater Independent Hostel is located in North-East England, postcode CA12. This hostel offers budget accommodation in a scenic setting, ideal for those exploring the nearby Lake District. Guests can expect shared facilities and a communal atmosphere, making it suitable for both individuals and groups. Its proximity to Derwentwater provides opportunities for various outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5701, -3.1328
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Borrowdale
- Postcode
- CA12 5UR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
- Phone
- +44 17687 77246
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry — 7.1 km
- Official site
- www.derwentwater.org
Sources
- osm: w383697624 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q4863891 (CC0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Derwentwater Independent Hostel?
- Derwentwater Independent Hostel is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 5UR), in the parish of Borrowdale.
- What is Derwentwater Independent Hostel?
- Derwentwater Independent Hostel — a hostel in england north east.
- How do I get to Derwentwater Independent Hostel?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 7.1 km away. The nearest town is Grange in Borrowdale. Drivers can use postcode CA12 5UR.
- Is Derwentwater Independent Hostel a protected site?
- Yes — Derwentwater Independent Hostel is part of the Armboth Fells SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Derwentwater Independent Hostel?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 5UR.