Coronation Celebration Programme
We are excited to announce that the Kirkby Lonsdale Coronation celebration will be taking place on Saturday 6th -Monday 8th May! Find out more here.
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.
We are excited to announce that the Kirkby Lonsdale Coronation celebration will be taking place on Saturday 6th -Monday 8th May! Find out more here.
Family Friendly Fell Pilgrim Walk Join The Family Project for a family friendly Fell Pilgrim walk on the last Sunday of every month this May…
Weekly Storytime with The Family Project Every Wednesday The Family Project invites preschoolers and parents to Storytime at The Book Lounge 11-11.30am. Together we will…
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 from the comfort of your own home with Grace Metcalfe’s beautiful illustrations. Admire the beautiful buildings and quirky independent shops Kirkby…
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.…
Opening Hours Every Thursday 10am – 12pm About the Country Market Kirkby Lonsdale Country Market is a successful, friendly co-operative with a community feel. Run in…
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…
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…
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. You can visit the Tourist Information & Gift Shop for maps and books containing…
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…
Unlock the Vault today and discover Kirkby Lonsdale’s hidden stories! Enter through the iron door at the Information & Gift Shop and discover the interactive…
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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