Charmaine Watkiss: Legacy at Abbot Hall

The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Cumbria explores the region’s history through the unique customs and traditions of its past inhabitants.

Founded by artists Rebecca Scott and Mark Woods, Cross Lane Projects brings new contemporary art to Cumbria and is situated in a former Kendal Mint Cake factory in central Kendal.

The Brewery Arts is the hub of daily cultural life in Kendal, with theatre, cinema, gallery, cafe and bar.

Spanish inspired restaurant serves up Iberian classic dishes such as Spanish Omelette and Chorizo, plus many intriguing wines.

You’ll find cosy rooms and a welcoming bar and restaurant serving down-home cuisine. Located in the centre of Kendal near all major attractions.

Fell Bar is an outlet for the Fell Brewery and a great independent venue in itself, with a broad range of connoisseur-level craft beers.

Eat where the locals go in this hidden-away treat.

The Joshua Tree is a family-run, homely bistro and restaurant housed in a sixteenth century building, specialising in coffee and exquisite fish and meat dishes.

Quirky little coffee shop nestled on one of Kendal’s oldest streets, the cobbled New Shambles. Famous for charming décor and extra-friendly staff.

A 12th century ruined castle built atop a formidable drumlin, offering stunning views and photo opportunities.

An independent lifestyle store, with carefully curated homeware, furniture, toys and gifts, whose designs are all sourced from independent artists.

The Friends Meeting House in Kendal is the permanent home of the Quaker Tapestry, a monumental piece of popular textile art 15 years in the making.