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Kirkby Lonsdale
A picturesque market town on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District
Welcome to KIRKBY LONSDALE: a small, vibrant and relatively unspoilt market town situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Flanking the three counties of Cumbria, Lancashire and North Yorkshire, the town offers a picturesque base from which to explore the English Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland. Named as one of the Best Places to Live in the UK by the Sunday Times, Kirkby Lonsdale itself is a historic, quaint market town with a fantastic reputation for high quality independent shopping, as well as excellent restaurants, cafés and pubs, and superb accommodation.
Here, you’ll find plenty to see and do, as well as popular landmarks like the 14th century Devil’s Bridge and Ruskin’s View – which inspired a painting by artist JMW Turner in 1822, and poet John Ruskin to declare ‘I do not know in all my country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine.’
‘I do not know in all my country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine.’
JOHN RUSKIN
📍 Do you know the tale of Devil's Bridge?
Kirkby Lonsdale's impressive three-arched bridge is a local landmark - but how did it get its name? ⬇️
Legend has it there was once an old woman, who lived on the banks of the Lune. One night, her cow strayed across the river and couldn't be tempted back. At that moment the Devil appeared with an offer: he'd build a bridge across the water in exchange for the soul of the first body to cross it.
The woman agreed and once built, she met the Devil at the bridge. However, instead of crossing herself, she threw a bread bun across - which her small dog promptly went to retrieve. The devil was furious at being outwitted, and in his anger he vanished forever.
💡 Look out for a deep impression in the stone at the top of the bridge, said to be the devil's handprint.
Today, Devil's Bridge is a beautiful place to spend some time with a nearby park, picnic area, popular butty van, and beautiful views. ... See MoreSee Less
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🎺 Live brass band in Kirkby Lonsdale this weeekend
Head to Kirkby Lonsdale this weekend for an evening of live music from the Kirkby Lonsdale Brass Band, in the gorgeous setting of St Mary's Church.
🗓️ Saturday 11th April 7.30pm
🎟️ Tickets £10, under 18's free | Tickets available at the Town Information Centre or on the door.
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With the Easter holidays still in full swing, there's lots to enjoy in Kirkby Lonsdale this week!
⭐ There's the weekly Charter Market on Thursday, plus the Craft & Artisan Market at Lunesdale Hall
⭐ Bouncefest continues this weekend - great for kids to blow off some steam.
⭐ The Kirkby Lonsdale Easter Trail continues - head to the Town Information & Gift Shop to begin the adventure.
⭐ There are Easter treats at our shops & lots of delicious Easter food and drink to enjoy too.
Are you visiting Kirkby Lonsdale this week? Check out what's on: www.kirkbylonsdale.co.uk/ ... See MoreSee Less
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