Sara's Guidebook
Sightseeing
10 minute walk from the cottage, good views of Kendal and beyond.
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Kendal Castle
Sunnyside10 minute walk from the cottage, good views of Kendal and beyond.
Alphabet trail for children, the wood trail opens out to fabulous views of Kendal.
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Serpentine Woods
Alphabet trail for children, the wood trail opens out to fabulous views of Kendal.
Sizergh
A 10 minute drive from Kendal, National Trust property with great cafe and fabulous grounds.
Lots of space so does not feel crowded even when busy. Great for wild swimming, paddle boarding etc. Good cafe, play area.
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National Trust - Fell Foot Park
Lots of space so does not feel crowded even when busy. Great for wild swimming, paddle boarding etc. Good cafe, play area.
Brockhole ku-Windermere
Extensive website with LOTS to do.
Various trips on Lake Windermere on board large steamers, office very helpful for planning stop off trips.
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Windermere Lake Cruises (Head Office)
Glebe RoadVarious trips on Lake Windermere on board large steamers, office very helpful for planning stop off trips.
Local walk with stunning views. 10 minute drive from cottage.
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Scout Scar Mushroom
Underbarrow RoadLocal walk with stunning views. 10 minute drive from cottage.
Approx 45 mins drive but easy to spend the whole day, fabulous grounds and huge wooden play castle in the woods.
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Lowther Castle & Gardens
Approx 45 mins drive but easy to spend the whole day, fabulous grounds and huge wooden play castle in the woods.
40 minute drive, historic house and beautiful grounds.
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Holker Hall nezihlahla
40 minute drive, historic house and beautiful grounds.
Lovely with young children, painting room over looking Grasmere, playroom and games rooms, good walk through the grounds.
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Allan Bank National Trust
Lovely with young children, painting room over looking Grasmere, playroom and games rooms, good walk through the grounds.
National Trust Wray Castle
Children will enjoy the visit.
Cross over on the ferry from Ferry Nab (20 mins drive) and find this stunning viewing tower.
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I-Claife Viewing Station kanye ne-Windermere West Shore
Cross over on the ferry from Ferry Nab (20 mins drive) and find this stunning viewing tower.
Silecroft
Long drive but if you are wanting a beach- this is the one.
Food scene
Good atmosphere, relaxed feel. Combine with visit to the cinema or theatre events.
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Brewery Arts Centre
122A HighgateGood atmosphere, relaxed feel. Combine with visit to the cinema or theatre events.
Romneys
72 Milnthorpe RdFamily friendly pub with play area.
Factory Tap
5 Aynam Rd5 minute stroll from cottage, good range of craft beers.
The Barrel House
Aynam RoadCraft beer pub, 5 minute walk from cottage.
Joey's Cafe
Nearby breakfast, 5 minute pleasant walk.
Vegetarian and vegan cafe by the river, 10 minute walk away.
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Waterside Cafe and Food Bistro
Vegetarian and vegan cafe by the river, 10 minute walk away.
Brew Brothers
69 HighgateGreat breakfasts!
Wilf's Cafe
14 Back LnOutdoor seating by river, wholesome food, good breakfasts.
Large beer garden beside the river, children’s playground within sight.
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Eagle and Child station
Kendal RoadLarge beer garden beside the river, children’s playground within sight.
The Boathouse
Outdoor seating looking onto moored boats, good food.
10 minute drive out of Kendal for a more special occasion.
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The Black Labrador
10 minute drive out of Kendal for a more special occasion.
Ye Olde Fleece Inn
14 HighgateCentre of town, 10 minute walk from cottage.
Comida [food]
90 HighgateTown centre tapas bar, 10 minute walk.
The Station Inn
Large outdoor play area for children. 5 minute drive.
The Masons Arms
10 minute country drive, outdoor seating.
The Sourdough Pizza Co
Centre of town, 10 minute walk.