Graham’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A beautiful place to visit with stunning views of the historic town of Kendal.
59 locals recommend
Kendal Castle
SunnysideA beautiful place to visit with stunning views of the historic town of Kendal.
Aira Force Waterfall
A beautiful place to walk around
Ullswater
A stunning place to visit. You may want to take one of the cruises too
Visit this house to see where Beatrix Potter lived and took her inspiration.
57 locals recommend
National Trust Hill Top
Visit this house to see where Beatrix Potter lived and took her inspiration.
A lovely place to walk right form your stay. Stunning views and a pub at the end of the walk.
14 locals recommend
The Helm
A lovely place to walk right form your stay. Stunning views and a pub at the end of the walk.
Clip in and try via ferrata, climb the mine, mine tours, canyoning and infinity bridge. If you have the stomach for it give them all a try with a day pass.
75 locals recommend
Honister Slate Mine
Honister PassClip in and try via ferrata, climb the mine, mine tours, canyoning and infinity bridge. If you have the stomach for it give them all a try with a day pass.
Lakeland Maze Farm Park
Don't get lost.
Sizergh Castle
A great historic place to visit.
Levens Hall
A beautiful historic building with extensive gardens to explore.
Scout Scar Mushroom
Underbarrow RoadA lovely place for a walk on the outskirts of Kendal.
Tarn Hows
A lovely place for a stroll.
Hardknott Roman Fort
Hardknott PassA beautiful place to visit.
Sporting
Kendal Snowsports Club
Canal Head NorthFor those missing the snow.
A great place to learn to climb or just experience something different.
23 locals recommend
Kendal Wall, Lakeland Climbing Centre
Mint Bridge RoadA great place to learn to climb or just experience something different.
Biking, walking, Go Ape or relaxing in the cafe. The choice is yours
85 locals recommend
Grizedale Forest
Biking, walking, Go Ape or relaxing in the cafe. The choice is yours
Biking, walking, Go Ape or just chilling in the cafe. The choice is yours
67 locals recommend
Whinlatter Forest Park
Whinlatter PassBiking, walking, Go Ape or just chilling in the cafe. The choice is yours
Stunning views if you can make it to the top. Please ensure you have all the correct equipment and knowledge and skills before attempting this.
39 locals recommend
Helvellyn
Stunning views if you can make it to the top. Please ensure you have all the correct equipment and knowledge and skills before attempting this.
Windermere Canoe Kayak
B5285Try these guys if you would like to head out on the lake.
Tree Top Nets and Tree Top Trek is available for the thrill seekers. Otherwise walk around this lovely area and enjoy the stunning views.
67 locals recommend
Brockhole on Windermere
Tree Top Nets and Tree Top Trek is available for the thrill seekers. Otherwise walk around this lovely area and enjoy the stunning views.
Fancy a quick round of golf? You can certainly try here with their stunning bar and restaurant on site too.
6 locals recommend
Carus Green Golf Course & Driving Range
Burneside RoadFancy a quick round of golf? You can certainly try here with their stunning bar and restaurant on site too.
Kendal Golf Driving Range
Oxenholme RoadSituated around 15 mins walk from your stay.
Go Ape Grizedale
Zip line and high wire fun.
Coniston Boating Centre
Lake RoadScafell Pike
The highest mountain in England.
City/town information
A beautiful small village with stunning walks, small independent shops and restaurants.
117 locals recommend
Kirkby Lonsdale
A beautiful small village with stunning walks, small independent shops and restaurants.
A beautiful place to visit. You can ride on one of the local ferries or hire your own mini boat.
127 locals recommend
Bowness-on-Windermere
A beautiful place to visit. You can ride on one of the local ferries or hire your own mini boat.
Many amazing walks start from this stunning location in the lakes. There are a whole host of outdoor clothing shops and restaurants to suit any taste.
145 locals recommend
Ambleside
Many amazing walks start from this stunning location in the lakes. There are a whole host of outdoor clothing shops and restaurants to suit any taste.
History. The great outdoors. Shops. Pubs. Restaurants. An amazing place to visit for the day.
205 locals recommend
Keswick
History. The great outdoors. Shops. Pubs. Restaurants. An amazing place to visit for the day.
A lovely town with small streets with independent shops and restaurants.
89 locals recommend
Ulverston
A lovely town with small streets with independent shops and restaurants.
Food scene
A truly lovely place to eat with authentic cuisine. Booking is always recommend.
28 locals recommend
Bangkok 7 Thai Restaurant
24 Finkle StA truly lovely place to eat with authentic cuisine. Booking is always recommend.
Ye Olde Fleece Inn
14 HighgateA lovely bar that serves delicious bar meals.
Another unique opportunity to eat in a fantastic restaurant with amazing décor and stunning food.
19 locals recommend
Gilpin Spice
Crook RoadAnother unique opportunity to eat in a fantastic restaurant with amazing décor and stunning food.
Comida [food]
90 HighgateA beautiful tapas restaurant if you are missing the Spanish vibe.
Pedro's Casa
128 StricklandgateThrow on a sombrero and eat some delicious Mexican food
Mumbai
8 StramongateEnjoy some delicious food at this authentic restaurant.
Plato's, Bar, Restaurant with Rooms
2 Mill BrowA fantastic beer hall with unique décor and great drinks and snacks.
7 locals recommend
Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery
New RoadA fantastic beer hall with unique décor and great drinks and snacks.
Love cheese? Head here ! Please check their current opening hours due to Covid restrictions.
71 locals recommend
Wensleydale Creamery station
Love cheese? Head here ! Please check their current opening hours due to Covid restrictions.
Factory Tap
5 Aynam RdPlenty of beer here for those that love real ales.
Another great place to go for a drink. They sometimes have live music on and small stalls selling street food.
13 locals recommend
The Barrel House
Aynam RoadAnother great place to go for a drink. They sometimes have live music on and small stalls selling street food.
A great little cafe that is situated in Staveley next to a huge bike shop and a brewery where you can get drinks and snacks.
18 locals recommend
Wilf's Cafe
14 Back LnA great little cafe that is situated in Staveley next to a huge bike shop and a brewery where you can get drinks and snacks.
Check out some of the local art work on display, watch a movie in the cinema or get food and drinks from the bar. In summer there can be bands playing in the front garden.
90 locals recommend
Brewery Arts Centre
122A HighgateCheck out some of the local art work on display, watch a movie in the cinema or get food and drinks from the bar. In summer there can be bands playing in the front garden.
Hansens Ice Cream Parlour and Cafe
Natland Mill Beck LaneJust a short trip from your stay.
Lovely beer and food in the pub in Kendal. They have a fantastic seating area outside too.
10 locals recommend
Masons Yard 24
18 StramongateLovely beer and food in the pub in Kendal. They have a fantastic seating area outside too.
Baha
18 Ash StA fantastic bar to visit in the heart of Bowness.
Queens Head Troutbeck
Delicious food in a lovely place.
An amazing selection of gins. Plenty that can be tried for free. Tie this in with a lovely drive past Ullswater.
Chestnut House
Finkle StreetAn amazing selection of gins. Plenty that can be tried for free. Tie this in with a lovely drive past Ullswater.
The nearest pub (10min walk)to our accommodation that serves food and has a good selection of beers.
8 locals recommend
The Station Inn
The nearest pub (10min walk)to our accommodation that serves food and has a good selection of beers.
The nearest pub to your stay (10 min walk) where you can get a great pint and good food.
8 locals recommend
The Station Inn
The nearest pub to your stay (10 min walk) where you can get a great pint and good food.