Travel and Parking

For Visitors

Information on parking in and around Portinscale, along with public transport options.

Portinscale is a small rural village and does not have public facilities. Visitors are encouraged to use the transport hub of Keswick where possible, so that local parking is retained for those who need it the most.

Keswick Car Parks

Keswick is approximately 1 mile (20 min) away by foot, through quiet roads and paths. There are multiple parking options. Details can be found at keswick.org .

Village Hall / Farmer’s Arms

There are 4 off-road parking spaces between the village hall and the Farmer’s Arms on a first come, first served basis. On-street parking is also possible on one side of the main road through the village.

Derwentwater Hotel

All day parking is available for guests and visitors in an off-street car park.

Chalet Café

2 off-street spaces are available for patrons on a first come, first served basis. On-street parking is also available opposite the café, with no restrictions.

Derwent Water Marina

Off-street parking is available for patrons.

Street Parking

Beyond Derwent Water Marina there is limited on-street parking for approximately 25 cars. Please be very conscious of access requirements for buses, tractors, emergency services and mountain rescue. Verge parking behind double yellow lines is not permitted and may be subject to enforcement by local authorities.

Important road restriction The road between Portinscale and Grange has width restrictions except for access.

Nichol End Marina

Approximately 40 off-road spaces for customer use only.

Lingholm Kitchen and Walled Garden

Pay and display parking is available, with discounts for customers.

Keswick Rugby Club Park and Sail

200 off-road spaces at £4 per day. Users receive a voucher for 15% off the Keswick Launch lake cruise for the driver and up to 4 passengers.

Public Transport

Alternatives to driving into the village.

Bus

Stagecoach offer regular bus services to Portinscale with increased regularity in peak season. Please check their website for details: Stagecoach .

Taxis

Taxi information to be confirmed.

Please park considerately and maintain clear access for residents, emergency services, buses and agricultural vehicles.