Meet the Pilgrimage for Nature Walking from London to Glasgow
A Pilgrimage for Nature is coming to Kirkby Lonsdale on Friday 1st October and camping for two nights in Jubilee Field. This is your chance to…
Things to do in Kirkby Lonsdale
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.
Make a Promise to My Planet Postcard Competition
Make a Promise to My Planet Postcard Competition As part of The Great Big Green Week, Kirkby Lonsdale is launching a postcard competition called A Promise to…
Get involved with The Great Big Green Week in Kirkby Lonsdale
What is The Great Big Green Week? The Great Big Green Week is organised by The Climate Coalition and will be taking place from Saturday…
Audition for Peter’s Promise – an outdoor winter theatre performance
Auditions: Monday 13th September, 7pm, St Mary’s Church About This Event This Christmas freelance director, Jayne Davies, has been commissioned to create a piece of…
16 walking guides to discover beautiful hikes around Kirkby Lonsdale
During Lockdown 3 we worked with locals to achieve the following three goals: Support the Kirkby Lonsdale community during lockdown by recommending local walks to…
Mooch Around Kirkby Lonsdale’s Independent High Street Online with Grace Metcalfe’s Beautiful Illustrations
Mooch around Kirkby Lonsdale from the comfort of your own home with Grace Metcalfe’s beautiful illustrations. Admire the beautiful buildings and quirky independent shops Kirkby…
The Vault Story Trail: Unlock Kirkby Lonsdale’s Hidden Stories
Our seven stories of the vault are now out and about on benches around town. Start at the bench in Jubilee Field at Devils Bridge.…
Guided Vault Walks: Discover Our Rich Cultural History
We know our own town better than anyone so let us show you around on one of our Guided Vault Walks! Book onto a Guided…
Kirkby Lonsdale Family Trail
Do you struggle to get your family out walking? Local resident Rachel Wilkinson designed this downloadable Family Trail to keep her seven year old twin girls…
Cycling
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…
Walks
There are many short walks you can access from the town. You can visit the Tourist Information & Gift Shop for maps and books containing…
St Mary’s Church
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…
Market Square
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…
Kirkby Lonsdale Charter Market
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…
Festivals and Events
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
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
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…
Radical Steps and River Walk
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…
The Vault: An Interactive Experience
Unlock the Vault today and discover Kirkby Lonsdale’s hidden stories! The Vault is currently closed due to COVID-19 restrictions and will open again as soon as government…
Devil’s Bridge
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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We're spreading the word on curd with our programme of cheese and local produce events throughout the Yorkshire Dales National Park! #CheeseFest21 From 7 - 10 October there will be an unparalleled line-up of artisan cheesemakers, fabulous producers using ingredients found on their doorstep, tasting sessions, demos and some menu
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The deadline for a stall in Lunesdale Hall over Christmas Fair weekend is next Wednesday 6th October! Apply now if you want a stall Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th December 🎁 Apply now - kirkbylonsdale.info/christmas-fair-applications-2021-lunesdale-hall/ There will be fewer chalets than usual and we will be placing an emphasis on