Castle Dairy

A vast hotel housed partly in a fascinating former industrial building, the Riverside looks directly over the River Kent.

Kendal Museum houses an impressive collection of artefacts, both historical and natural, from Neolithic treasures through to beautiful animals.

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.

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.

Another Weigh is Kendal’s own zero waste food shop – bring your own containers, fill them, and pay by weight.

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.

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

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

Light fittings, lamps, crystal ware, and furniture small to large: the Antiques Emporium in Kendal has it all.

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.

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.