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Cartmel Village and Priory and the Cartmel Peninsula
 The village of Cartmel, close to Grange-over-Sands, grew up
around the twelfth century Priory Church, which according to legend,
was built in response to a heavenly voice. The Priory is one of the
finest ecclesiastical buildings in the north of England - a
beautiful place of worship, a concert venue and a visitor attraction
with professional guided tours every Wednesday throughout the summer
months.
The village itself
is truly idyllic with a picturesque square, quiet flower filled
corners, walk along the river bank flanked by terraced houses, with
flower beds like jewelled bracelets along the waters edge. The quiet
roads, lanes and byways lead to many enticing footpaths through lush
pastures and ancient woodland in the Vale of Cartmel
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Nearby
in the village of Cark-in-Cartmel is Cumbria's premier stately
home, Holker Hall and Gardens. The annual Holker Festival will be
held from 1
st
to 3rd June 2007. A delicious feast for
the eyes, the ears and the taste buds! Excellent gift shop
selling unusual and a delightful section of items - and don’t
forget to visit the restaurant and coffee
shop.
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Also in the
Holker Estate is the Lakeland Motor Museum, winner of the
"Best Small Visitor Attraction in the 2000 England for
Excellence Awards. A nostalgic collection of classic cars and
vintage vehicles incorporating the Campbell Bluebird
Exhibition. The exhibition is due to move premises in late
2007 so watch this space for news and information of their
opening at the new site
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Visit the Cartmel Web site
here
Flookburgh is the
home of two family friendly attractions, Lakeland Miniature Village
and Ducky’s Park Farm. The Miniature village is a delight for
young and old alike, with the perfectly proportioned miniature
houses and cottages taken from full size versions within the area,
handcrafted by the owner Edward Robinson. Travel on to Ducky’s Park
Farm where a warm welcome awaits you. Visitors to the farm can have
close contact with a large variety of animals with special times set
aside to meet the residents.
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Children getting to know the small farmyard animals.
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BIGLAND
OUTDOORS
For anyone who
enjoys outdoor pursuits, from target shooting to clay pigeon,
archery, quad biking, 4x4 cross country trails and pony trekking,
located just 3 miles from Newby Bridge the estate boasts well
stocked lakes for trout and coarse fishing. Lunch can be provided on
demand at the Lodge.
 Fishing at
one of the two well stocked lakes
Visit Bigland
Outdoor website here:
www.biglandoutdoordays.co.uk
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