Derwentwater lies immediately south of the market town of Keswick and has a long historical and literary background. There are four islands within the Lake one of which, Derwent Island, is inhabited. The most popular way to enjoy the lake, other than by walking the paths around its shores, is to board one of the motor launches operated by Keswick Launch Company.
Thirlmere is the next lake south from Derwentwater along the A591 and most of it can be seen from the road. It is a reservoir owned by the Manchester Water Authority who have recently undertaken a large tree felling exercise which has opened up the views across it considerably.

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