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About Bassenthwaite Lake

Bassenthwaite Lake lies in the northern Lake District, reached via the A591 from Keswick or the A66 from the east. The lake sits at a gentle 223 feet elevation with milder conditions than the higher fells. It's the only Lake District water body officially called a "lake" rather than a mere, and stands as the northernmost major lake in the national park.

Where is Bassenthwaite Lake on the map?

Bassenthwaite Lake is in England, at 54.667, -3.247 - about 18 km south of High Waverbridge.

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The closest airport to Bassenthwaite Lake is Newcastle International Airport, 140 km (about 2 h 8 min by car).

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