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Welcome! We think Kendal will surprise you – our streets are alive. We are no ordinary market town.
Kendal is beautiful inside and out – we can’t wait to show you around.

Eat and Drink
Eat and Drink Variety is the spice of life and in Kendal you’ll find an eclectic mix of local, traditional, international...
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Shopping in Kendal Meet Kendal’s wonderful independent retailers and explore our shopping centres.
Kendal Castle and Heritage
Kendal Castle and Heritage Get a glimpse of our past – discover Kendal’s unique and varied story.
 
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Arts and Culture Kendal is home to fabulous collections of galleries, museums and art centres. Soak up our culture, explore our...
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Outdoor and Adventure There’s something about our town that inspires adventure in everyone – try a new activity, roam the fells...
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#KENDAL @visit_kendal

📍 Welcome to Kendal, Cumbria 🏔️ Nestled in South 📍 Welcome to Kendal, Cumbria 🏔️ Nestled in South Cumbria just 8 miles from Windermere, Kendal is a classic English market town with bags of charm — and one that deserves a spot on your list. 👀 What to expect: Winding cobbled streets, cosy independent shops, brilliant charity finds, and some seriously good local pubs. 🚂 Getting there: Jump on a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly or Oxford Road — it's only around 90 minutes and can cost as little as £15. Easy. 🐕 Dog friendly? Absolutely! Four-legged friends are welcome on the train, and there's a handy dogs day out guide over at northernrailway.co.uk if you need inspiration. 👣 What to do: No set route needed — just wander the cobbles, follow the river, and if you fancy something a little different, Kendal Castle is well worth the visit. ☕ Food & drink: Take your pick from pubs, cafés and restaurants to suit every mood. And whatever you do — don't leave without grabbing some Kendal Mint Cake! 🍬 🔗 Find out more at visit-kendal.co.uk
Your next favourite local just found you. The Mar Your next favourite local just found you. The Market Tavern in Kendal is the kind of place you stumble into and never want to leave: great drinks, proper atmosphere and right in the heart of one of the Lake District's most charming towns! Whether you're here for a post-walk pint, a delicious Sunday roast or a full night out, this is the spot. 🙌 📍 Kendal, Cumbria 👉 Tag someone you'd bring here! Supported by @kendal.bid
Feeling creative? @youdells.artshop here in Kendal Feeling creative? @youdells.artshop here in Kendal has everything you need for your next project. Whether you’re a professional or hobby artist pop by for art supplies, framing services. Did you know they even have a gallery stocking beautiful paintings downstairs 🖼️ Supported by @kendal.bid
Did you know that Postman Pat was born just around Did you know that Postman Pat was born just around the corner from here? In 1978, children’s author John Cunliffe was living at 32 Greenside in Kendal when he sat down at his old typewriter and conjured up one of Britain’s most beloved characters. The little sub post office at 10 Greenside, just steps from his front door, is where John did his research, picturing Mrs Goggins cheerfully sorting letters behind the counter. The rolling hills and friendly folk of the Lake District’s Longsleddale Valley became the fictional village of Greendale. The post office closed in 2003, but today a commemorative plaque marks the spot for you to discover. #kendal
Something special has arrived @elephantyardkendal, Something special has arrived @elephantyardkendal, Kitty Brown has popped up and she's brought all the good stuff with her. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering her for the first time, this is your chance to shop in person and find something truly lovely. Don't leave it too long, the @kittybrownboutique pop-up is only here until 9th May, so get yourself down while you can! Supported by @kendal.bid
Now on view at @@abbothall Familial Traces brings Now on view at @@abbothall Familial Traces brings together two brilliant contemporary artists: Lela Harris and Joshua Donkor for an exhibition about identity, heritage, and the stories that make us who we are. Through richly layered portraiture, both artists honour forgotten histories and celebrate the personal narratives that connect us across generations. 📍 Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal 🗓️ 11 April – 3 October 2026 🎟️ Included with gallery admission Don't miss this chance to reflect on your own story. ✨ Supported by @kendal.bid
A cobbler on a cobbled Kendal street with clients A cobbler on a cobbled Kendal street with clients worldwide, celebrity shoes through the door, and now an official Vibram ambassador — the only one in the UK. 🙌 If you haven't heard of @soleandtrail.ltd on The New Shambles, you need to know about them. Chris and Ty are doing something really special: repairing, resoling and breathing new life into footwear that deserves better than the bin. Whether it's your favourite walking boots, a beloved pair of leather shoes or yes, even your Crocs. These two are the people to see. Proud to have businesses like this on our doorstep in Kendal. 💛 Supported by @kendal.bid
Kendal Castle is steeped in history. The seat of p Kendal Castle is steeped in history. The seat of power for over 200 years, most notably with the Parr family. Katherine Parr — Henry VIII's sixth wife, and the one who outlived him. Her handwritten Book of Devotions is still here in Kendal, in the Mayor's Parlour at the Town Hall. There's so much history packed into this place. Come and find it. 👑
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Abbot Hall opens exhibition featuring emerging portrait artists Lela Harris and Joshua Donkor

Abbot Hall art gallery in Kendal announces Familial Traces, a compelling new exhibition bringing together the work of two rising voices in contemporary portraiture, Joshua Donkor and Lela Harris. The exhibition opened on 11 […]

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Quaker Tapestry

A Wednesday worth saving: the Quaker Tapestry Museum is back

If you walked past the Quaker Tapestry Museum on Stramongate last winter and noticed it was closed, here’s some genuinely good news: it’s reopening, and it’s free. The museum shut […]

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Community to get creative and make Kendal Pride happen

Communities are being invited to help make Kendal Pride 2026 happen by getting creative, singing or volunteering. The annual event takes over the Cumbrian town from Friday June 12 to […]

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Kendal features highly in the 2026 Cumbria Tourism Awards

When people think of the Lake District, they often look north to the fells or west to the coast. But right now, Kendal and its surrounding villages are having a […]

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New Abbot Hall exhibition shares powerful local stories of survival and hope 

A new exhibition opens at Abbot Hall on 11 April, inviting audiences to experience a powerful exploration of human fragility, resilience, and survival in South Cumbria. Bellwethers is an immersive multimedia […]

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