Explore Kirkby Lonsdale
Welcome to Kirkby Lonsdale
Surrounded by countryside and set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this compact, walkable town puts you in easy reach of the counties of Cumbria, Lancashire and North Yorkshire. A short drive will take you into the Central Lakes, with Kendal and Lancaster within easy reach.
In 2022 Kirkby Lonsdale was voted one of the best in the North West in The Sunday Times newspaper’s ‘Best Places to Live in the UK’, but visitors have been coming for decades for its independent shops, quality restaurants, healthy outdoor activities and quirky festivals.
And of course this historic town has many stories to tell. Check out the legend of Devil’s Bridge while you enjoy a picnic on its banks, enjoy looking out over Ruskin’s View as you learn about Ruskin and Turner’s relationships with the town and hear how Peter Pan was inspired by its residents.
Come and see us at the Information & Gift Shop where we can give you our top tips about what to see and do and ask us about The Vault: Interactive Cinema and our Guided Vault Walks.
Thank You Kirkby Lonsdale Heroes
We made this video to thank all the unsung heroes in Kirkby Lonsdale for their hard work and incredible community spirit during the COVID-19 Pandemic. View the video on YouTube.
The Vault
The Vault is a free interactive cinema at the Information & Gift Shop. Unlock Kirkby Lonsdale’s hidden stories when you discover The Vault.
Guided Vault Walks
Discover Kirkby Lonsdale’s rich cultural history and book onto a Guided Vault Walk every first and third Friday and Saturday of the month!
Weekly Charter Market
The Charter Market runs every Thursday with a variety of local arts, crafts and produce from Lancashire, Cumbria and Yorkshire.
VACANCY - Shop Manager
Would you like to contribute to our community, helping visitors and locals to get the most from our lovely town? Do you have retail management experience? This could be the role for you. Apply now.
Town Council
Kirkby Lonsdale Town Council hold monthly meetings where members of the public have an opportunity to address the Council about any subject.
News
Kirkby Lonsdale Poetry Festival – Map and Programme
Kirkby Lonsdale Poetry Festival Kirkby Lonsdale Poetry Festival is a family-friendly literature festival taking place in Kirkby Lonsdale 12th-14th of August 2022. The line-up boasts both national and local talent with …Read More »Follow the Sunflower Trail with The Family Project
Join in with the Sunflower Trails in Kirkby Lonsdale and Barbon this summer! The Family Project invite you to take some time to explore the Sunflower Trails to think about …Read More »Kirkby Lonsdale Poetry Festival – This August!
Kirkby Lonsdale Poetry Festival is a family-friendly literature festival taking place in Kirkby Lonsdale 12th-14th of August 2022. The line-up boasts both national and local talent with an eclectic mix of poetry …Read More »VACANCY – Shop Manager at the Information & Gift Shop
Deadline: 8th August 2022 Would you like to contribute to our community, helping visitors and locals to get the most from our lovely town? Do you have retail management experience? …Read More »Muddy Church with The Family Project
Join The Family Project on Saturday 20th August, 3-4pm for Muddy Church in St Mary’s Churchyard this August. Get the kids outside, be in nature and explore God’s creation through …Read More »
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