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Coniston – The Lake District

By Alison Mason Posted on 11/05/2016 Posted in Blog Tagged with Bluebird, Brantwood, Coniston, cumbria, Donald Campbell, lake district, Ruskin

The village of Coniston lies at the southern end of the Lake District National Park to the west of Windermere and on the north-west shore of Coniston Water.  On arrival at his beautiful Lakeland village take a look at the …

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Discover Arnside & Silverdale AONB

By Alison Mason Posted on 01/04/2016 Posted in Blog Tagged with arnside, Beetham, cumbria, Lancashire, Silverdale

Today I am going to take you from Cumbria over the border into Lancashire to discover the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty known as Arnside & Silverdale.

Cumbria is open

By Alison Mason Posted on 19/02/2016 Posted in Blog Tagged with #cumbriaisopen, appleby, cumbria, grasmere, kendal, keswick, lake district

Cumbria – Battling back from the floods As you are probably aware early last December Storm Desmond caused much damage & flooding in many parts of Cumbria.  Kendal was particularly badly affected with many homes and businesses suffering. We consider …

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Cumbria’s Industrial Heritage

By Alison Mason Posted on 02/10/2015 Posted in Blog Tagged with cumbria, kendal, lake district, snuff, wool

Amazing scenery & beautiful lakes undoubtedly make The Lake District National Park an extremely popular tourist destination. Before the days of tourism Cumbria’s natural resources were used in many different ways to boost the county’s economy. Cumbria has plentiful supplies …

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Beer, snacks & Cumbrian tipples.

By Alison Mason Posted on 03/07/2015 Posted in Blog Tagged with brewery, cumbria, damson gin, distillery, kendal, mint cake, tapas

  As the great granddaughter of a Kendal Innkeeper I thought it appropriate to share with you some local knowledge of fine Cumbrian hostelries, breweries & tipples. Jennings Ales are brewed in the traditional way using their own well water. …

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Visit Ulverston

By Alison Mason Posted on 07/05/2015 Posted in Blog Tagged with bardsea, cumbria, cumbria crystal, laurel and hardy, ulverston

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 pubs – five miles from Kendal

By Alison Mason Posted on 09/04/2015 Posted in Blog Tagged with cumbria, kendal, lake district, pubs

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 …

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Dog Friendly Cumbria

By Alison Mason Posted on 29/10/2014 Posted in Blog Tagged with caravan, cumbria, dog, holiday, motorhome

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 …

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Penrith – Heart of Cumbria

By Alison Mason Posted on 24/09/2014 Posted in Blog Tagged with castle, cumbria, eden valley, museum, penrith

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 …

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Visit Kirkby Lonsdale

By Alison Mason Posted on 19/08/2014 Posted in Blog Tagged with caravan park, cumbria, farm shop, kirkby lonsdale, market town, motorhome, shopping

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 …

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