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Kendal, Lake District, Cumbria
Visitors to the Lake District will find Kendal to be the perfect place to have a beautiful, exciting holiday. You can find activities and accommodations here to suit both young and old, families and couples, and more. There are so many places of intrest to visit here that you will be occupied for days exploring the beautiful outdoors. Aside from outdoor activities, there are also many other attractions to see here, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops.
The Lake District is one of the most beautiful places in all of England, featuring rolling mountains, crystal blue lakes, and gorgeous scenery. The town of Kendal is a market town in the south of the district that was well known for its textile production. It now offers much in the way of tourism, with many places of interest for visitors from around the world.
You can find various types of accommodation here, whether you'd prefer staying in a hotel, bed and breakfast, or camping on your own. You'll find large, luxury hotels in giant manor houses that cater to your every need, as well as less expensive, smaller hotels that still offer comfortable rooms and good service. Many of the hotels in the area not only have good rooms, they also offer restaurants, food, and small shops. If you'd prefer a more cozy atmosphere, there are many bed and breakfasts and guest houses in the area. These more intimate accommodations give you the chance to have a nice room with only a few other guests around, as well as a delicious traditional English breakfast.
If you'd rather be more on your own, you have a few options. There are many self-catering houses and cottages that you can rent for a period of time. That way you have your own private house for the week, where you can do all of your own cooking and relaxing, as well as whatever else you'd like to do. For those that would truly like to get a taste of the outdoors, camping is a fun option. There are several locations where you can bring a motor caravan or RV, as well as campsites where you can just pitch a tent and spend the night there. You'll be able to spend the night with nature and observe the beautiful scenery from your own bed.
If you just want to experience nature, there are several places of intrest here to visit. The Nobles Rest is a large, grassy area that you can visit just to spend some time lying in grass or picnicking. It is also a great place to bring the kids, if they just want to run around and play some games. Castle Hill is another great park that is open to the public and provides great views of the surrounding areas. If you want to actually get out into the woods, you can visit Serpentine Woods, where you can go hiking as well as pass remnants of old historical buildings. Finally, visiting the Low Sizergh Farm Trail will give you the opportunity to walk around an organic farm and see their natural resources and how they produce food.
For the true adventurer, there are so many different outdoor activities that you can take part in. There are many locations where you can just spend the day hiking and walking around the beautiful scenery. You can also take part in activities such as rock climbing, abseiling, orienteering, and more. Whatever sort of adventure you want to have you'll find it here, from canoeing to cycling to water sports to boating.
There are many guided tours if you are a bit hesitant to go out on your own. You can take a guided walking tour of some of the best locations and sights in the area, or you can take a more vigorous tour that involves hiking or walking through the woods or forest. This can be a great way for beginners to experience the outdoors because all of the tours are given by experienced people who know the area well. You can also find cycling tours or a tour that will take you on a bus to many of the key places to visit in the area.
Even if you don't want to take part in some extreme outdoor activities, there is a lot to do here. There is a whole world of arts and culture in Kendal, so you'll find a lot to occupy your time. Art fans will want to visit the Abbot Hall Art Gallery, an independent art gallery that features art from today and in the past, and from local artists as well as more well known artists. The exhibits are constantly changing, so you'll find something new there every time.
There are several places to go for entertainment. You can visit the Brewery Arts Centre, where they feature theatre, musical performances, dance, and comedy shows. Another good place to go for theatre and shows is the Leisure Centre, and for film you can head to the Brewery Cinema, where they show new and old films.
You'll find lots of shopping opportunities in the area, and one of the best parts about the shopping offered here is that the majority of items that are available are locally made or grown. You can purchase art and craft goods, but you can also find locally made clothes and accessories at places like Anniel Design, where they make unique hair accessories. Delicious food items and groceries are also available, as well as imported wines from places such as Frank Stainton Wines.
For food, you'll find a variety of small cafes and nice restaurants. Many inns and places to stay have their own restaurants, or you can find places in town. You can get just a cup of tea and some snacks at a local tea house, or you can get a full meal at restaurants like New Moon Restaurant, which offers modern British fare, and The Punch Bowl Inn, which has good homestyle meals and drinks. |