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Damaged, deserted, dilapidated … what comes next for the Great Barrier Reef island resorts lying in ruins?

Rather than dreaming of restoring past glory, some are advocating for a future with a lighter footprint. And there are signs of renewal

The Guardian - AU · May 29

Tour de France reveals plans for six UK stages with historic 2027 Grands Départs

Men’s race will visit Edinburgh, Carlisle, Keswick, Liverpool, Welshpool and Cardiff, while women will head from Leeds to Manchester, then to Sheffield and also includes a central London stage

The Guardian - UK · Jan 15

Freda Hayes obituary

Other lives: Artist, teacher and active member of the Keswick community

The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2025

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The best Lake District hotels for 2026, with spas and Michelin stars

As one of the country’s most popular national parks, the Lake District has no shortage of incredible hotels, offering boutique bedrooms and indulgent spas

The Independent UK · Sep 7, 2024

Country diary: Relentless rain – but a day of farming collaboration

Keswick, Cumbria: We visited a farm to find out how it has been working successfully with nature, complementing its livestock with ponds and edible hedgerows

The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2024

Tenby officially the most searched summer holiday destination in the UK

Wales Online · Jun 7, 2023

Round the world cyclist makes Gatehouse of Fleet pit stop

Jenny Graham rolled into Gatehouse after pedalling 105 miles from Keswick on a promotional tour for her new book, Coffee First Then The World

Daily Record · May 24, 2023

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‘Heartbroken’ sister of man ‘crushed to death’ in tourist cave relives his final moments

Carl O’Keeffe, 49, died eight days after he got stuck for five hours in a cave in Keswick, Lake District

The Independent UK · May 2, 2023

Dad dies from injuries after getting trapped in indoor cave at adventure centre

Carl O'Keeffe attended a birthday party at Kong Adventure Centre in Keswick but died in hospital a week later due to injuries suffered at the centre.

Daily Record · May 1, 2023

Man who got trapped at adventure park's indoor cave dies in hospital

Carl O'Keeffe, 49, was rescued from Kong Adventure Centre in Keswick following the incident on April 22.

Daily Record · May 1, 2023

Man, 49, who got trapped in adventure centre indoor cave dies of his injuries

Carl O'Keefe, 49, from Lancaster, was rescued from indoor caves at Kong Adventure Centre in Keswick but later sadly died from his injuries, his family has confirmed

Daily Mirror · May 1, 2023

Hikers high on magic mushrooms rescued in Lake District

Keswick mountain rescue team dispatched to bring men down fell after reports they were in trouble

The Guardian - UK · Apr 11, 2023

Lake District guide: Where to eat, drink, walk and stay on the ultimate trip

Everything you need to know to plan and book the perfect holiday to this idyllic national park, according to destination expert Helen Pickles

The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2023

Airbnb reveals UK’s most popular destinations for Easter from Scarborough to Sussex

Belfast, Peak Forest, Weymouth, Tenby, Windermere, Ambleside, Blackpool, Aviemore and Keswick are among the most sought after spots when it comes to an Easter holiday break

Daily Mirror · Mar 13, 2023

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Wales Online · Jan 3, 2023

Walkers rescued after getting stranded during first hour of 2023

Only 44 minutes into 2023, Keswick Mountain Rescue team were called out to save the imperilled pair

Daily Mirror · Dec 14, 2022

Most beautiful scenic drives in Britain revealed - see full list of journeys

Glorious views on the journey from Kendal to Keswick has helped the 30-mile route top the poll of around 2,000 drivers to declare it the most beautiful Britain has to offer

Manchester Evening News · Nov 27, 2022

The festive Lake District town with a unique Christmas market two hours from Greater Manchester

Walking around the Fayre you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time

The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2022

Literary festival cancelled due to cost of living crisis

Ways With Words, the organisers of Words by the Water in Keswick, say low ticket sales mean it is not viable to run next year’s event

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ABC News · Aug 27, 2022

Keswick Island residents frustrated by lack of development, as inquiry looks at management

Residents of what should be a tropical paradise in the Whitsundays say they face broken promises and mortgage stress — but an inquiry into the management of Queensland's islands is giving them hope.

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25, 2022

‘Solitude and awful wildness’: why you should visit Castlerigg stone circle

Instead of fighting the crowds at Stonehenge, head to beautiful Keswick to visit one of the country’s earliest monuments – solstice or no solstice

ABC News · Jun 4, 2022

Lots for sale on tropical Queensland's Keswick Island, with one for as little as $30k

In the late 1990s, several lots on this Queensland island were bought by people seeking to own a slice of paradise. Today they're back on the market, the owners' dreams of peace and tranquillity crushed.

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2022

Lake District cafe owner fights holiday lets with plan to ’buy back’ town

Brick By Brick campaign aims to save Keswick from second and third homeowners pricing out locals

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