Lantern Walks before Late Night Shopping in Kirkby Lonsdale
This December we are inviting you to join us on a wintry Lantern Walk. Before you start your Late Night Shopping, you will be immersed…
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.
Christmas Window Competition in Kirkby Lonsdale
Look out for the beautiful Christmas windows as you wander around town during Late Night Shopping (and the rest of the week!) and decide which…
Late Night Shopping this December in Kirkby Lonsdale
Christmas is coming to Kirkby Lonsdale! Please join us this December for Late Night Shopping (socially distanced of course). Christmas is going to be quieter…
The Vault Story Trail
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 Town Walks
We know our own town better than anyone so let us show you around! We have five qualified town guides from Kirkby’s Visitor Information Centre…
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. A short loop taking in the famous Ruskin’s view, the radical steps, the river…
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
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…
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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REOPENING ON WEDNESDAY 2nd DECEMBER In line with the changes to the Government lockdown restrictions, we will be reopening the shop on Wednesday 2nd December. All of our Covid Secure measures will continue to be in place including the requirement to wear a face covering when in the shop. We
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🔔Weekly Christmas Giveaway!🔔 For your chance to win a jolly great prize you can LIKE this post and VOTE in the Christmas Window Competition (voting opens on the first night of Late Night Shopping, Friday 4th December) 🏆 In the meantime, however, you can still enter to win a festive
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Christmas is coming and the town is getting ready. Many hands make light work. Thanks to Supa, Craig, Clare, Holly, Josh and Cameron for all their hard work today. Thanks to the Royal Hotel, the. milking parlour and Abraham's for keeping us supplied with hot drinks and chocolates. (and Kim