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          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.

        • Kendal Castle and Heritage

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          Find your favourite high street names, or meet some of Kendal’s friendly independent retailers for a unique and memorable shopping experience.

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          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.

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          Events and festivals are a great way to experience the very best of Kendal’s unique culture.

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          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.

          We hope you enjoy your time in Kendal.

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Kendal Parish Church dates from the early 13th century

Kendal Parish Church

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Brewery Arts Centre

Lakes International Comic Arts Festival

Comic Arts Festival


Culture

Kendalians have always been creative people so it’s no wonder our town is home to a fabulous collection of galleries, museums and art centres – here for you to enjoy all year round. Spend a fascinating day soaking up beautiful art, or stay for a while to explore all our local and internationally important attractions. All our venues are great whatever the weather!

Events and Festivals

What you need to know about Kendal’s vibrant scene of Events and Festivals.

Kendal Castle and Heritage

Get a glimpse of our past – there are so many ways for all the family to discover Kendal’s unique and varied story.  Image courtesy of Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry, Lakeland Arts

Visitor Guides

Download your copy of the Kendal Culture Guide.

Kendal Castle

Kendal Castle has stood proudly on our skyline for centuries and offers breath-taking views of our historic town.

Eat and Drink

We love good food and drink in Kendal, and you’ll find so many interesting places to refuel.

Where to Stay

There are plenty of accommodation options in Kendal – whatever your taste or budget.

Arts and Culture

Kendal has a vibrant Arts & Culture scene. Live music, art, theatre, laughs and even intriguing museums – you’ll find plenty to inspire the whole family.

Shop

Browse our town for unique independent treats, creative communities and the smaller galleries which line our streets.

What’s On

See our What’s On listings below and don’t miss the latest exhibitions, performances and happenings across Kendal.


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We’re more than a market town on the edge of the Lakes.  There’s always something to do in Kendal – whatever the weather.


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2019-01-05

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

5th January 2019 - 30th December 2022

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Any person who wishes to join the club ride, but hasn’t experience of cycling with a club, must come along to one of our non-members’ introductory rides. These are held […]

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Kendal Farmers Market

Featured April 29 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

Kendal Farmers Market

The Kendal Farmers’ Market is an independent farmer/producer owned market. Its been going since 1999 on the last Friday of the month, making it the second oldest Farmers’ Market in […]

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Kendal Walking Festival

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Kendal Walking Festival

Howgills walking
Featured May 6 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Kendal Walking Festival

The Walking Festival offers an opportunity to explore Kendal and the peaceful  landscapes that surround it.

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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12:00 am

Woofs & Wellies

May 22 @ 12:00 am

Woofs & Wellies

Dog walking with a difference! Walk sets off from Low Sizergh Barn with the event coming to a close around 1pm. Registration at 09.30am Entry into the dog show is […]

£5.00

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2019-01-05

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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2022-05-26

National Theatre Live: Straight Line Crazy

National Theatre Live: Straight Line Crazy

May 26

National Theatre Live: Straight Line Crazy

Performance starts 7.00pm promptly | Screen One Live Broadcast Screening | Tickets £15.50 | Concessions £13.50 Ralph Fiennes stars in David Hare’s blazing account of the life of a man […]

£15.50
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Justin Adams and Mauro Durante

May 26 @ 12:00 am

Justin Adams and Mauro Durante

Tickets £18.50 | Theatre Justin Adams and Mauro Durante perform live at Brewery Arts! Justin Adams, guitarist, producer and composer, has been a chief collaborator with Robert Plant in his […]

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2019-01-05

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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Kendal Farmers Market

Featured May 27 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

Kendal Farmers Market

The Kendal Farmers’ Market is an independent farmer/producer owned market. Its been going since 1999 on the last Friday of the month, making it the second oldest Farmers’ Market in […]

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Roll Over Beethoven – Michael Lunts

May 27 @ 12:00 am

Roll Over Beethoven – Michael Lunts

The works of the great composers as you may never have heard them before! Comedy song writers have often played fast and loose with the rarefied world of classical music, […]

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

2022-05-28

Westmorland Horticultural Society Coffee Morning

Westmorland Horticultural Society Coffee Morning

May 28

Westmorland Horticultural Society Coffee Morning

On Saturday the 28th May 2022, the Westmorland Horticultural Society will be holding its annual Coffee Morning in the Town Hall, Kendal. There will be house plants, perennials, annuals and […]

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Country Fest

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Country Fest

Country Fest
Featured May 28 @ 8:00 am - May 29 @ 5:00 pm

Country Fest

A unique celebration of countryside life, brimming with Cumbrian character.

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2019-01-05

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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2022-06-02

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

June 2 - June 4

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

Thursday 2nd June – Trooping of the Colour in the lounge, followed by the flypast and afternoon tea (For those aged over 60) 10.00am – 3.00pm Friday 3rd June – […]

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Mark Watson: This Can’t Be It

June 2 @ 12:00 am

Mark Watson: This Can’t Be It

We’ve all had some pondering to do about the fragility of life recently, but don’t worry, skinny national treasure Mark Watson has it covered. At 41, he’s halfway through his […]

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

2022-06-02

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

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BounceFest

BounceFest

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The Skids

June 3 @ 12:00 am

The Skids

Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23.50 | OTD £25.50 | Malt Room Standing Skids are a Scottish punk rock and new wave band, formed in Dunfermline, Fife, in 1977 by Stuart […]

£23.50

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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Platinum Jubilee Weekend

2022-06-02

BounceFest

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Kris Drever and Rachel Baiman

June 4 @ 12:00 am

Kris Drever and Rachel Baiman

Start 8pm | Tickets £18 | Theatre On the heels of their respective new solo albums, Scottish folk star Kris Drever (LAU), and Nashville-based Americana artist Rachel Baiman present a […]

£18.00

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2019-01-05

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

2022-06-02

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

12:00 am

The Dale-Buri Guitar Duo

June 5 @ 12:00 am

The Dale-Buri Guitar Duo

Guitarists Nico Buri and Tom Dale met at the Royal Northern College of Music September 2019, where they are currently studying with world-renowned guitarist, Craig Ogden. Both skilled improvisers, they […]

£15.00
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Howgills walking
Featured Featured May 6 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Kendal Walking Festival

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Howgills walking
Featured Featured May 6 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Kendal Walking Festival

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Howgills walking
Featured Featured May 6 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Kendal Walking Festival

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Howgills walking
Featured Featured May 6 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Kendal Walking Festival

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

May 22 @ 12:00 am

Woofs & Wellies

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
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Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

National Theatre Live: Straight Line Crazy

May 26 @ 12:00 am

Justin Adams and Mauro Durante

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Featured Featured May 27 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

Kendal Farmers Market

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May 27 @ 12:00 am

Roll Over Beethoven – Michael Lunts

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

Westmorland Horticultural Society Coffee Morning

Country Fest
Featured Featured May 28 @ 8:00 am - May 29 @ 5:00 pm

Country Fest

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

Country Fest
Featured Featured May 28 @ 8:00 am - May 29 @ 5:00 pm

Country Fest

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

June 2 @ 12:00 am

Mark Watson: This Can’t Be It

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

All day

BounceFest

June 3 @ 12:00 am

The Skids

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

All day

BounceFest

June 4 @ 12:00 am

Kris Drever and Rachel Baiman

January 5
All day

Kendal Cycle Club Saturday Ride

All day

Platinum Jubilee Weekend

June 5 @ 12:00 am

The Dale-Buri Guitar Duo

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