HAWES To the East of Sedbergh along the scenic A684 lies the Yorkshire Dales market town of Hawes. The journey takes you through glorious Dales countryside passing by Cautley Spout , iconic Yorkshire Dales field barns & isolated Methodist Chapels.
Visit Ulverston On approaching the town of Ulverston you will see Ulverston’s iconic landmark known locally as Hoad Monument. Built as a memorial to Sir John Barrow, a seafaring man, it is modelled on The Eddystone Lighthouse.
Five great pubs within a few miles of Kendal. The Station Inn at Oxenholme’s opening times for food is Monday to Friday 12 to 2.30pm and 5pm to 9pm, Saturday & Sunday 12 to 9pm. The pub opens 11.30am to …
Local exhibitions – Places, pictures & people A Taste of Lakeland exhibition at the Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Kendal begins on 6 March & runs to 7 September. See how tastes have changed over the years and learn …
Dog Friendly Cumbria Caravan holiday with your dog With our super little lawned doggy exercise area & miles of country footpaths right on the doorstep choosing to holiday at Ashes Caravan Park is a great option for long or short …
Penrith – Heart of Cumbria Known as ‘The Old Red Town’ because of the distinctive red sandstone that is characteristic of many of Penrith’s lovely old buildings. Penrith is a historic market town, having a rich heritage and is well …
Kirkby Lonsdale The market town of Kirkby Lonsdale is a pleasant 15 minute drive away from Ashes Caravan Park & well worth a visit. From New Hutton head to Old Hutton & travel on the B6254 passing through South Lakeland’s lovely …
As the days get longer and the weather warms up what could be nicer than spending the day at a country fair or an agricultural show in Cumbria? CountryFest Dogs, local food, kite flying, sheep shearing, country crafts & stalls …
Special places in Cumbria for gardeners who love to seek out new plants for their own gardens and enjoy a bit of a nosey around in other people’s gardens. Abi and Tom’s Garden Plants at Halecat is in the village …
Sweet treats from Cumbria There are many delicious sweet treats that are quintessentially Cumbrian. The world famous Kendal Mint Cake, sticky toffee pudding – Cartmel’s very own comfort food and of course the irresistibly crumbly, spicy Grasmere Gingerbread still made …