Museums · North West England
Keswick, Cumbria
In or near Braithwaite.
Keswick, Cumbria — a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Graham Hogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry · 6.1 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Keswick, Cumbria is a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
The Puzzling Place in Keswick offers a unique experience centered around optical illusions. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including the Anti-gravity Room and the Hologram Gallery, making it an engaging outing for all ages.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Keswick, located in Cumbria within the Scottish Lowlands, is home to a museum that showcases the region's history and culture. The museum features exhibits on local art, geology, and the area's literary connections, providing insight into its significance in the Lake District.
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- Coordinates
- 54.6008, -3.1375
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Keswick
- Postcode
- CA12 5DZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
- Phone
- 017687 75102
- Nearest railway station
- Threlkeld Quarry — 6.1 km
- Official site
- www.puzzlingplace.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Keswick, Cumbria (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Keswick, Cumbria?
- Keswick, Cumbria is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA12 5DZ), in the parish of Keswick.
- What is Keswick, Cumbria?
- Keswick, Cumbria — a museum in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Keswick, Cumbria?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA12 5DZ.
- Is Keswick, Cumbria a protected site?
- Yes — Keswick, Cumbria is part of the River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Keswick, Cumbria?
- The nearest railway station is Threlkeld Quarry, about 6.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA12 5DZ.