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Kirkby Lonsdale

Kirkby Lonsdale is a lively market town on the banks of the River Lune. Ideally situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, the town is within easy driving distance of the Lake District and is the perfect base for visitors who want to explore both regions.

Offering beautiful views up the Lune Valley, the town is a perfect mix of elegant 18th Century buildings and stone cottages and traditional butchers, bakers and one of the best cheese shops in the UK.

Narrow alleyways give way to cobbled squares and quaint courtyards, while fashionable jewellery shops and fashion outlets are situated close by.

Surrounded by incredible landscapes of open countryside and winding lanes, Kirkby Lonsdale is bordered by high hedges and dry stone walls. The wide Lune Valley is home to Casterton, which is dominated by one of the country´s most prestigious public schools. Barbon is situated in the north, with its cluster of houses and stunning scenery. Middleton is situated further up the Lune Valley, and to the west is the open countryside of Lupton, Mansergh and Old Town.

St Mary´s Church

St Mary´s Church incorporates three carved columns in the nave, which are the oldest part of this Norman monument. The font was rescued from neighbouring farm, where it had been used as a cattle trough, and outside in the churchyard is a memorial to five maids who were ´hurried into eternity´ after a fire at the Rose and Crown Hotel in 1820.

Devil´s Bridge

The Medieval Devil´s Bridge spans the River Lune has three grateful arches, which are beautifully sculpted with ribbed and fluted masonry.

Ruskin´s View

Church Brow was once described by John Ruskin as ´one of the loveliest scenes in England´, and the view over the Lune Valley was made famous by a painting by JMW Turner. From Church Brow, visitors can descend a flight of steps to the Lune and enjoy a riverside walk to Devil´s Bridge.

 
Hutton Roof Crags

Some of the most unusual examples of limestone payments in Britain can be found at Hutton Roof Craggs. The interesting mosaic of limestone pavement, woodland scrub, grassland and heath is home to a wide range of flora, fauna and animal species. Fritillary butterflies are particularly common to the area. The site also includes Park Wood National Nature Reserve, which is a rare example of northern calcareous ash woodland with hazel, elm and field maple.

Exploring Kirkby Lonsdale by bike

Five short circular biking routes are situated around Kirkby Lonsdale, and further details can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre.

Kirkby Lonsdale on foot

For the more energetic visitors to Kirkby Lonsdale, a 13 mile walk through the limestone country of south Cumbria, covers land between Arnside and the town. A series of walks in the local area can also be arranged though the Tourist Information Office

The Finestra Gallery

The Finestra Gallery is run by William Jones, who displays and showcases his own work and that of other local artists. Here you can see a range of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, glassware and jewellery.

The Fantasia Gallery

The Fantasia Gallery features a range of acrylic paintings by Laffanki.

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