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Things to do

There are many fantastic things to do within easy reach of Croft Foot Farm.

We are perfectly placed between the historic towns of Kendal and Sedbergh, with the Lake District in one direction and the Yorkshire Dales in the other. Kendal is a large market town, with many independent shops, bars and a thriving food scene – well-worth taking the time to explore. Sedbergh is the gateway to the Dales and is England’s book town, with fantastic cafes and book shops. Whatever you are hoping to do on your holiday, it can be found within easy reach!

Here are some suggestions of places to visit. There are many more possibilities nearby, with plenty of public footpaths, bridleways and country roads to help you explore the world-class scenery on your doorstep.

1

Rheged

(just 20 minutes up the motorway). Exhibitions, cinema, lovely shops and play areas all under one roof. https://rheged.com/
2

Low Sizergh Barn

Go to Sizergh Barn for afternoon tea and watch the cows being milked. There is an excellent farm shop with lots of local produce, a gift shop as well as a lovely café. https://www.lowsizerghbarn.co.uk/
3

Kendal Climbing wall.

Go to the Kendal Climbing wall. (Suitable for all abilities and ages) https://www.kendalwall.co.uk/
4

Lakeland Farm Visitor Centre

There are shops, a café and lots of activities to explore. They also have some of Amy’s photographs on the walls and for sale! https://www.lakelandfarmvisitorcentre.co.uk/
5

Kendal leisure centre

Go for a swim at Kendal leisure centre. https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/south-lakeland/kendal
6

Sizergh Castle

Visit Sizergh Castle, operated by the National Trust but still a family home. Café, shop, and woodland walks as well as a fascinating castle. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sizergh
7

Visit Sedbergh

England’s book town. Lots of second-hand book shops, cafes and pubs. https://www.sedbergh.org.uk/book-town/
8

Visit Farfield Mill

An arts centre with exhibition space, working artisans and a cafe as well as being a fascinating old mill.  https://www.farfieldmill.org/
9

Kendal Museum

It’s one of the oldest in the country and has a treasure trail for children. https://kendalmuseum.org.uk/
10

Visit Levens Hall

An Elizabethan home with an amazing topiary garden, deer park and links to the Duke of Wellington. There is a café and gift shop which are open all year round.  https://www.levenshall.co.uk/
11

Quaker Tapestry

Visit the Quaker Tapestry museum in Kendal.  It’s a journey through history, exploring the influence of the Quakers on the world in which we live. There is a café and there are regular demonstrations of the embroiderer’s skills. https://www.quaker-tapestry.co.uk/
12

Brewery Arts Centre

Based in Kendal, it has a cinema, theatre, exhibitions, a bar and a restaurant. https://www.breweryarts.co.uk/
13

Kendal Castle

Historic ruins with fantastic panoramic views. https://www.visitcumbria.com/sl/kendal-castle/
14

Lakeland Maze Farm Park

Visit the Lakeland Maze Farm Park. https://www.lakelandmaze.co.uk/