Celebrating 50 Years of Accessible and Inclusive Adventures
Keswick, Cumbria, UK – February 2026 We are celebrating our 50th anniversary in 2026. First established in March 1976 to enable more people to access outdoor adventures in the stunning Lake District National Park, we’re planning a busy calendar of events to kickstart our golden anniversary year. But first, the history behind our popular institution. The […]
Calvert Lakes Launches Golden Anniversary Year by Opening Doors to the Public
To celebrate our 50th anniversary, the Lake District Calvert Trust is kicking off 2026 with a special Open Day event at our picturesque site on the edge of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dodd Wood. Taking place on Saturday 21st March 2026, the Open Day offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the centre, meet the team, and learn […]
New Year’s Day Derwentwater Dip Raises Over £2,000 for Lake District Calvert Trust
On 1st January 2026 hundreds of brave souls gathered on the edge of Derwentwater in Keswick to take the plunge for our local charity, the Lake District Calvert Trust. The much-anticipated New Year’s Day Dip returned for it’s third year with a wonderful turnout of locals and visitors alike, all ready to kickstart the new […]
Calvert Stables Mourns Loss of Beloved Horse Max
The team at Calvert Stables, the British Horse Society and RDA-approved riding centre on the outskirts of Keswick, recently announced with deep sadness the passing of Max, one of the stables’ most cherished horses. Max was much loved by staff, volunteers, riders, and visitors for his gentle nature, reliability, and his ability to comfort riders […]
Lakeland charity welcomes latest charity partner
Cumbrian Brewing Company launches ‘Pints with a Purpose’ supporting accessible outdoors charity in 50th anniversary year and beyond
Calvert Stables launch fundraising campaign for newest herd member
On Sunday 31 August, staff from Keswick’s much loved Calvert Stables will undertake a ‘trap push’ from Keswick to Threlkeld and back again on the old railway line. Stables Manager, Lou Hogan along with Becky, Rosie, Abbie and some willing volunteers have set themselves this challenge as part of fundraising efforts to raise money for […]