We think our town will surprise you – and you’ll pack so many unique experiences into one visit. From adventurous activities to fascinating days soaking up beautiful art.
Take a look around to find out what Kendal has to offer.
We love good food and drink in Kendal, and you’ll find so many interesting places to refuel. Our community is home to passionate artisans, fantastic chefs, creative makers and bakers… and there’s always a warm welcome.
We’re more than a market town on the edge of the Lakes. There’s always something to do in Kendal – whatever the weather.
Come and enjoy our national culture, arts and ambitious events along with quality shopping and spectacular surroundings that make our town unforgettable.
Lakeland Arts who run Kendal’s Abbot Hall Art Gallery has received a stunning sculpture created by a leading figure in the international art scene. Dame Barbara Hepworth’s Moon Form has […]
Have you visited our much-loved Farmers Market? It runs in our Market Place on the last Friday of every month. This week we’re shining the spotlight on Kitridding Farm Shop – […]
Kendal is getting festive and we’re delighted to announce the annual Christmas Light Switch On will take place on Saturday 27th November. Santa will join Kendal’s Mayor and parade to […]
KENDAL Mountain Festival has announced their final lineup of speakers for the event. Friday headliner Nirmal “Nims” Purja makes his debut at the Festival to share the European Premiere of […]
Have you visited our much-loved Farmers Market? It runs in our Market Place on the last Friday of every month. This week we’re shining the spotlight on Lovingly Artisan Bakers – […]
The 2021 Kendal Mountain Literature Festival programme has been unveiled; revealing a diverse programme of events featuring some of the UK’s foremost authors of nature, landscape and mountain literature. The […]
Once again Kendal hosts the prestigious Christmas Craft Market at Brewery Arts over the weekend of 26th November – 28th November. This annual showcase represents everything outstanding about Cumbrian art […]
Interfaith Week returns this November to celebrate how religions can work together as well as in their individual manifestations. This a national initiative designed to strengthen faith relations at all levels […]
Have you visited our much-loved Farmers Market? It runs in our Market Place on the last Friday of every month. This week we’re shining the spotlight on Herbivores Organic Greengrocers – […]
Kendal Torchlight Festival takes place this Friday from 6pm and Saturday 10.30am-9.30pm This year Kendal Torchlight is hosting an incredible three day gathering in the heart of Kendal. This year’s Gathering […]
Dragons’ Den backed app ParkingPerx is set to drive footfall and spending in Kendal when the innovative high street-boosting app launches on Friday (17th September). ParkingPerx is a unique loyalty […]
The festival events programme is now online and tickets for this year’s Lakes International Comic Art Festival are now on sale. More guests have been announced, joining an already star-studded line-up for […]