There’s more to Kirkby Lonsdale than beautiful views and a thriving, independent high street. We have a fantastic and friendly community with lots going on for visitors. Below are just some of the things to do within walking distance of the town centre. Call in to the Visitor Information Centre for more ideas, or check out our town blog for further inspiration.
Kirkby Lonsdale is an ideal location to base yourself for bike rides in the Lakes and Dales. You can start with some circular bike rides…
There are many short walks you can access from the town. A short loop taking in the famous Ruskin’s view, the radical steps, the river…
Also known as Kirkby Lonsdale Parish Church, the Church of St Mary the Virgin is a must see when you are visiting the town. The…
The Market Square, with its distinctive monument, is perhaps the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale. Every Thursday you will find the Charter Market, selling fresh produce and…
Our Charter Market runs every Thursday in the Market Square and has done for centuries. We also have a farmers’ market in Lunesdale Hall running…
We have an exciting line up of festivals and events this year, Covid 19 restrictions permitting. These include a Spoken Word and Poetry Festival on…
Salt Pie Lane is a highlight on any Kirkby Lonsdale walking tour. For a start it’s seriously cute. But it has a great story too.…
Ruskin’s View is Kirkby Lonsdale’s most famous landmark and you simply can’t visit without seeing it. Follow the path through the churchyard of St Mary’s…
The characterful and aptly named Radical Steps provide a steep and sometimes slippery descent to a delightful walk by the river. If you aren’t feeling…
As the name suggests, The Vault is a former bank vault, in the town’s Visitor Information Centre on Main Street. It is now a story bank…
We know our own town better than anyone so let us show you around! In a new initiative five qualified town guides from Kirkby’s Visitor…
With free parking, picnic tables and a butty van that serves great food, Devil’s Bridge is used to catering for the families who flock to…
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BEWARE Please beware of a person calling from the Gloucester area, who is targeting local businesses, trying to sell them very cheap advertising in the Lancaster and Morecambe times (that doesn't exist), they are just trying to get payments upfront from people. Several businesses have reported that they were quite…
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Great to see the Royal Barn coming to life again, with MP Tim Farron amongst the first to enjoy a brew...
