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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.

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Antique Trail

Discover the Kendal Antique Trail, created in 2019 and has been created by Kendal BID.

Kendal has long been renowned for its many antique shops. Our town centre is currently home to thirteen antique stores bustling with interesting, quality antiques to explore and purchase.

To take part in the Antique Trail, simply download your trail map or collect from many shops and attractions around Kendal, explore all thirteen stores and you will find a delightful array of collectibles including furniture, coins, stamps, watches, lighting and jewellery. The trail map is beautifully illustrated by Fell Tarn Friends and also contains practical tips for your visit including car parking

We love to see visitors enjoying our town so upload your Trail photos to social media using #kendal and it may be featured here on the Visit Kendal website.

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Download your map above or pick one up from one of over 20 Kendal businesses.

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Don’t forget to check out the other Summer Trails.

Or browse our other ideas for Kendal adventures this summer.

Beer, Wine & Food Trail

Beer, Wine & Food Trail

The Kendal Beer, Wine & Food Trail not only takes you on a journey through Kendal’s pubs, bars and restaurants it has been upgraded to feature all cafes as well. From modern wine bars, fabulous coffee houses, takeaways  to traditional pubs and even a sushi bar, Kendal has it all. By popular demand the guide also features all the car parking facilities and […]

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Kendal Parish Church dates from the early 13th century

History Trail

Wander the streets and delve down ancient alleys along our unique History Trail through the centre of Kendal. Look out for the information plaques to discover intriguing facts about each location marked on the Trail.                                           […]

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Kendal Trails Overview

Kendal BID and the businesses of Kendal bring you a series of exciting Trails. Whether you are looking to delve deeper into Kendal’s cultural past, entertain the kids or sip a cool cocktail in a new venue, the Kendal Trails are the perfect guide. The Trails are self-guided, simply download a Trail Map, gather your […]

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Behind the Trails

Kendal’s Business Improvement District (BID) is behind the Kendal Summer Trails venture. Kendal BID is owned and run by the businesses of Kendal. In 2017 Kendal BID wanted to do something that would include as many of the BID businesses as possible and that would encourage people to explore and discover the wonderful town of Kendal, […]

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MonsterHero Safari Trail

New for 2020, discover the MonsterHero Safari Trail. The perfect way to entertain your family over the summer holidays, head to Kendal town centre to complete the range of fun activities. Taking part is simple, simply search the window displays across our town centre and find the 10 cute superhero characters. Scan or tap their […]

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