Outside In Fun Day
10 - 2pm No booking required We have bbq, games, face painting, treasure trail, and free entry to the play area.
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.
Find your favourite high street names, or meet some of Kendal’s friendly independent retailers for a unique and memorable shopping experience.
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.
Events and festivals are a great way to experience the very best of Kendal’s unique culture.
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.
10 - 2pm No booking required We have bbq, games, face painting, treasure trail, and free entry to the play area.
Join us on the 24th of August for a family-friendly, fun weekend of good food, guest beers, and live music! Starts at 12pm, ends at 10pm. It is free entry for all, there will be kids entertainment, food, an outdoor bar and free shuttle from The Gateway Inn at 10pm until 12am into the centre […]
Get ready for an entire month of epic live music, scrumptious food vendors, and plenty of sunshine! We will be kicking off every Friday in August at 8:30PM with live music at the Barrel House and finishing with electrifying performances at The Venue (or our shared beer garden) on Sundays from 3PM. Whether soaking up […]
Hosted on the last Monday of every month, the group aims to bring together adventure and nature writers, potential writers, and publishers in a supportive and collaborative group. This session will include author of Swimming Wild in the Lake District, Suzanna Cruickshank. and the usual safe space peer support, for group members to share their […]
A fun weekly art club at Ragtags from 10am - 11am on Tuesdays during the Summer holidays. We will look at a different artist each week and make something awesome inspired by their work! We will look at a different artist each week and make something awesome inspired by their work! Week 1 – Fernand […]
Let’s get our hands dirty sculpting awesome animals from clay! From fierce lions to tropical lizards, or even a magical creature of your imagination – the options are endless! After we’re done, we’ll jazz up our masterpieces with colourful glazes, and you can pick your finished piece up after it’s been fired. 10am – 3pm […]
Join us on Bank Holiday Monday 28th August for live music from Scott Larrabee of Down the Delta A mixture of traditional acoustic blues & country tunes – the perfect pairing for some Texas BBQ. Scott will be performing from 17:30-18:15 & 19:15-20:15 so be sure to book your table at the Smokehouse during these […]
Join us at Ragtags for our Kids Summer Holiday Clay Club! We will make a different clay creation on Thursdays from 10:00 - 11:30 learning different clay techniques. These sessions are £15 each and there is no need to commit to them all, just book on to whichever one's you fancy! Limited spaces available for […]
Kendal Farmers' Market, nestled in the picturesque town of Kendal, serves as a vibrant hub for the community and visitors alike, showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Held on the second and last Friday of each month, it brings together a diverse array of stalls offering everything from fresh, organic fruits and vegetables […]
We will learn some super ceramic skills and build bird boxes for our feathered friends! We’ll then add a splash of colour by painting them with ceramic glazes. Your little homes will then be ready to collect once we’ve fired them. Age 8-14 yrs Lunch included Funded Places We have funded places for children who […]
Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as well as a touring installation from Liverpool Biennial 2023, ‘uMoya: The Sacred Return of Lost Things’, for Watkiss’.
CancerCare is set to welcome dog lovers to Abbot Hall Park on 31st August 2024 for the first-ever Woof & Wag event. CancerCare’s Woof & Wag will make use of the glorious setting of Abbot Hall Park in central Kendal to host a doggy-themed day out for the whole family, with dog, puppy or pack […]
