Things To Do When You Visit Kendal

The town of Kendal is not only a short distance from the Lake District but also only a short distance from the coast as well. Not only are Lake Windermere and Keswick a short distance by car and can be reached in less than 30 minutes. The other lakes which make up the Lake District are within an hour or two from the town as well. 

The Lake District is famous for its beautiful scenery the town is also well worth exploring. In this article we take a look at some of the attractions that one can enjoy when you make a visit to this part of England.

Abbot Hall Art Gallery can be found in the centre of the town, in a converted Georgian villa and is home to some notable works of art. There are regular exhibitions and many events and informative lectures as well. These will help to provide you with a better understanding and a love of art.

Sizergh Castle and its gardens is a popular tourist destination just a few minutes drive from Kendal. The castle dates back to medieval times and was extended further when Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne. It boasts a number of oak panelled rooms leading on to the Inlaid Chamber with its magnificent collection of portraits and ceramics. The Strickland family still live here, as they have done since the middle ages.

Plus after exploring what is on offer inside the house one can spend time when the weather is fine exploring the gardens. Here there are two lakes to view along with an amazing rock garden also. Plus there are plenty of viewpoints as you walk around the Castle grounds where you get views of Morecambe Bay and the fells which make up the Lake District. 

For those who don't have a car then in a prominent position in the town is the Quaker Tapestry Exhibition Centre. This can be found in the Friends Meeting House which was constructed in 1816 and you can follow the history of the Quakers back to their foundation in 1652. 

But, if you're looking to find out how life in the Lakes has changed over the years, make your way to the Museum of Lakeland Life. This is opposite the Abbot Hall Gallery, in a converted stables and you will find that there is something here for the whole family to enjoy. 

As you wander around the rooms including the 18th Century kitchen and walk down the Edwardian street where you will get a feel for what life has really been like for the Lake District inhabitants during the past 150 years. Certainly for those who want to get a real visit for what Kendal is like and what life has been like for those living here then a visit to this museum is a must.

Check this range of Kendal hotels and guest houses for your next visit to Kendal.