In the heart of the area on the A66 east of the M6 and overlooked by Saddleback Fell is Keswick Golf Club, a rolling parkland track measuring just over 6,200 yards. Take it from us, this is no pushover, so don?t get distracted by the views ? you?ll need every last ounce of concentration you can muster.

Keswick is a course suited to those who like to carefully plot their way around. Changes in elevation can easily catch you out so think about every yardage and make sure you don't get caught out. the clubhouse offers a friendly welcome and with a number of different and comfortable places to stay in the area, it?s the ideal place to start your visit.

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