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The 6 Best Free Things to do in Kirkby Lonsdale, England
Kirkby Lonsdale (/ˈkɜːrbi ˈlɒnzdeɪl/) is a small town and civil parish in the South Lakeland district of Cumbria, England, on the River Lune. Historically in Westmorland, it is situated 13 miles (21 km) south east of Kendal along the A65. The parish had a population of 1,771, recorded in the 2001 census, increasing to 1,843 at the 2011 Census (including Middleton).
Restaurants in Kirkby Lonsdale
1. Ruskin's View
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4.5 based on 409 reviews
Reviewed By C8275XRannr - Hest Bank, United Kingdom
We walked through the church and followed the signs to find a wonderful panoramic view - the sun was out and it was a beautiful evening ... the view takes your breath away and its as John Ruskin described it .. Take a while and scan the view and sit a while .. tranquility ..
2. Devil's Bridge
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By jeanmO6481AA - Carlisle, United Kingdom
View the River Lune from the ancient Devils Bridge, check out the Devils hand print in the stone of the bridge and walk along the River Lune into the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Great meeting place for bikers and walkers
3. St Mary's Church
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By suewG6075GC - Maroochydore, Australia
We loved wandering in and around this lovely church, with its surrounding views and ancient graveyard, the stones of which have stories to tell. Most beautiful are the bells that sing out across the town. The bell ringers practise every Friday night, treating tourists to a free concert. While we were there we followed the sound of the bells into the bell tower where we were allowed to watch the bell ringers at work.
4. Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
The latest offering from Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery Co. Ltd is the Royal Barn. A community-spirited beer hall with 20 pumps of cask and keg craft ale as well as a fully stocked world beer bottle bar (take-away available). With regular music and entertainment evenings Open 7 days a week. Newly installed the coolest COVID safeguarding you will see!
Reviewed By Rossergruffydd - Glasgow, United Kingdom
We searched the town for somewhere relaxed and open on a Monday and nearly gave up. This beer hall is coffee serving as well and was full of families, etc relaxing in a very comfortable atmosphere. A talented visitor was playing the piano and little ones were dancing to it. Coffee was very good as was the food, however the eating thing isn't their strong point, but 'so what' in terms of the overall experience. Watch out for the traffic wardens - a current story is of a warden who was told of a lady lying ill in a shop and fined here anyway. The disgusted owners paid her fine. Almost as bad a Penrith if you go there!
5. The Enchanted Chocolate Mine
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4.0 based on 68 reviews
The Enchanted Chocolate Mine is a very small visitor attraction located beneath the chocolate shop in Kirkby Lonsdale. Aimed at children and the young-at-heart, this free attraction provides a quick insight into the world of chocolate mining. A short visit might only take 30 seconds but if you follow all the story boards you could be in the mine for up to 10 minutes. Now, a lot of you may be thinking that chocolate only grows on trees, and you'd be right to a point. But here at Kirkby Lonsdale we have been mining chocolate for many years. Actually the Faeries have been mining here for years, not us - but well, you can find all that out for yourself by visiting the history, community and geology pages. The Chocolate Mine is located at the foot of some steep stairs which might prove tricky for those who have mobility issues.
6. Radical Steps
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4.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By JillianT314 - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
The circular walk from the town centre down the radical steps via devils bridge was brilliant, the river views just lovely. A very worthwhile short and easy walk.
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