The UK’s biggest celebration of outdoor pursuits returns to the Lake District this summer, with a host of star names set to be in attendance.

Keswick Mountain Festival has unveiled details of its programme for 2015 and promises a packed schedule of outdoor activities, speakers, sports events, live music and family friendly attractions.

Among the main highlights for the event, which runs from May 14 to 17, are speakers such as Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee and a host of high profile outdoor personalities, live music from leading folk music acts Seth Lakeman and the Peat Bog Faeries, and an extensive hike schedule of over 25 walks at all levels.

Each year, the festival offers a comprehensive and varied programme from its base in Crow Park on the edge of Keswick.

The festival has once again secured an extremely strong line up of speakers, who are expected to attract big audiences to the Theatre by the Lake. On Thursday 14 May, the focus will be on climbing, with Leo Houlding, Doug Scott and Andy Kirkpatrick.

Alistair Brownlee will take to the stage in conversation with the BBC’s chief sports writer, Tom Fordyce. He will be followed by Cumbrian fell-running legends Joss Naylor and Steve Birkinshaw, who will appear together for the first time to talk about their respective record breaking Wainwrights runs. Completing the schedule, the ever popular Ray Mears will speak during two sessions in the theatre.

A full programme of events is available to view on the event’s new website at www.keswickmountainfestival.co.uk and tickets are available now.

 Keswick Mountain Festival Weekend Tickets

The Festival Weekend tickets include Friday and Saturday concerts plus all the daytime taster activities & Adventure Tipi Talks on the Festival Village.

The Festival Weekend ticket can be purchased with or without camping (camping tickets include three nights of camping at our Festival Campsite).

ADULT WEEKEND FESTIVAL CAMPING (18+) – £55.00

CHILD WEEKEND FESTIVAL CAMPING (UNDER 18) – £30.00

FAMILY WEEKEND FESTIVAL CAMPING (2 ADULT + 2 CHILD) – £110.00

ADULT FESTIVAL WEEKEND NON CAMPING (18+) – £40.00

CHILD FESTIVAL WEEKEND NON CAMPING (UNDER 18) – £20.00

FAMILY FESTIVAL WEEKEND NON CAMPING (2 ADULT + 2 CHILD) – £80.00

Keswick Mountain Festival Concert Tickets

The Festival Concert Tickets include access onto the Festival Village to enjoy the live music in the evening

FRIDAY 15TH MAY ADULT CONCERT TICKET (18+) – £15.00

FRIDAY 15TH MAY CHILD CONCERT TICKET (UNDER 18) – £7.00

SATURDAY 16TH MAY ADULT CONCERT TICKET (18+) – £15.00

SATURDAY 16TH MAY CHILD CONCERT TICKET (UNDER 18) – £7.00

For more information visit the Keswick Mountain Festival website.

Source: www.cumbrialive.co.uk

One of the UK’s most iconic outdoor destinations is preparing to be showcased as a walker’s paradise in May, during the Keswick Mountain Festival. Running from 18-22 May, this major Lake District event has quickly become one of the country’s leading outdoor festivals since its launch in 2007 and this year boasts its biggest ever ‘Hike’ programme, sponsored by Trekmates.

Keswick is surrounded by some of the most beautiful and iconic lakes and fells in Britain and the Keswick Mountain Festival is offering a comprehensive calendar of over 30 guided walks to visitors. From gentle lakeside strolls to exhilarating mountain scrambles, the Hike programme has something for walkers of all abilities and ages.

As an incentive, Trekmates will be giving away a free gift (DO YOU KNOW WHAT THE GIFT IS? IS IT WORTH MENTIONING?) to anyone who books on to any of the walks during the festival. Each walk will be led by a fully qualified local guide, who will not only make sure that walkers are safe and comfortable during their hike, but will also inform and entertain participants with their deep knowledge of the Lake District. Click here to read more »

Keswick Hotels Fairy is Keswick’s dedicated hotel price comparison website.  It’s totally FREE to use and finds you the cheapest deals on hotels in Keswick in a matter of seconds.  We’re kicking off this years Hotels Fairy Awards by holding local competitions to find the best hotels in the Lake District – one of Britain’s most glorious holiday destinations. Click here to read more »

What The Festival Is All About

If you’re in for some outdoor adventure, then set your sights on one of Lake District’s top festivals! The Keswick Mountain Festival is a celebration of outdoor sports held in the stunning Lake District. It mainly features organised walks, triathlon, climbing, navigational skills and water sports. Plus, there will be a size-able MTB presence! Click here to read more »

Keswick Theatre

The Theatre By the Lake in Keswick Is Calling for Submissions from Writers Living in Cumbria, following the success of last years  ‘reading by the lake’ initiated.

It’s a great opportunity for budding writers in the area, if selected will see their work performed live in Keswick. The theatre is seeking entertaining, or original and funny pieces that last just a few minutes and put a grin on audience’s faces.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, check out the full details at www.newwritingCumbria.org.uk.

The people of Cumbria have once again shown their strong sense of community by selling out all 270 tickets for the onslaught for Cumbria within 48 hours.  The concert to raise money in support of the victims of the recent floods will be held at the Theatre by the Lake this Wednesday, 3rd of February 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

Stars performing include the finger Lesley Garrett and actor Brian Blessed.  The money raised will be split between the company and flood recovery fund and the local rescue organisations.  Although the concert is now sold out, there are still some tickets available for the post show reception.  Call the box office on 01768781100 to book your place.  Of course, if you can’t make it then you can still help by donating to the fund of any of the local rescue services.

Enjoy a night in Cumbrian Keswick Hotels…

It’s probably fair to say that if you want to enjoy the outdoors, then Keswick is one of the top destinations in the UK, with the mountains and lakes right on its doorstep and over 25 outdoor equipment and clothing stores.  Not to mention numerous museums and tea rooms to keep you busy if the weather turns sour. Click here to read more »