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There’s so much to see and do in and around Kirkby Lonsdale, so we’ve compiled a list of places to visit, things to do and other local activities which you can enjoy during your stay here.

Flanking the three counties of Cumbria, Lancashire and North Yorkshire, the town offers a tranquil and picturesque base from which to explore the English Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Forest of Bowland.

St Marys Church Kirkby Lonsdale

Also known as Kirkby Lonsdale Parish Church, this church displays a range of architectural styles, some dating from the early 12th century. The north aisle has three magnificent Norman columns, similar to ones in Durham Cathedral.

0 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
5 Mins on foot
Salt Pie Lane, Kirkby Lonsdale

Named after an enterprising lady selling hot salted pies to local market traders.

0 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
5 Mins on foot
The Vault Unlocked

Unlock the stories of Kirkby Lonsdale. Visit the old bank vault which now keeps the town's precious memories and stories, past and present. Seven stories have been filmed that tell true stories of tragedy, love, triumph and local history.

0 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
5 Mins on foot
Ruskins View mw turner painting

From the far corner of the churchyard of St Mary's follow the signs to Ruskin’s View where the path opens into Church Brow, a promenade high above the River Lune. There you can feast your eyes on a breathtaking panorama of the Lune Valley and Underley Hall – the famous, heavenly Ruskin’s View.

1 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
10 Mins on foot
Devils Bridge

Spanning the River Lune to the south and east of Kirkby Lonsdale is Devil’s Bridge. This magnificent three-arched bridge, probably dates from the 12th or 13th century, and is now a scheduled ancient monument. Now closed to traffic it is a popular resting place, perfect for picnics and also a delightful riverside walk.

1 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
10 Mins on foot
Whittington Village

Whittington is a small village to the south of Kirkby Lonsdale, situated in the county of Lancashire. It's the ideal destination to take a leisurely walk to, from where you can explore the village or walk on to Hutton Roof and Farleton.

2 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
45 Mins on foot
Barbon Village

Barbon is a small picturesque village to the north of Kirkby Lonsdale. Situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales it provides a perfect base to explore the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

4 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
10 Mins by car
Ingleton Waterfalls

This four and a half mile trail boasts some of the most spectacular waterfall and oak woodland scenery in the UK, truly encapsulating nature at its best. There are abundant opportunities to view seasonal landscapes and to experience a walk in a waterfall wonderland, whatever the weather.

7 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
15 Mins by car
Ingleton Village

Ingleton is a charming village in the Yorkshire Dales just 15 minutes drive east from Kirkby Lonsdale on the A65. Nestling in the foothills Ingleborough, the village is known for its waterfalls, and makes a perfect base for walking, cycling and caving in the nearby magnificent Dales countryside.

7 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
15 Mins by car
The Three Peaks

The Three Peaks is the collective name for the mountains of Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Since 1954 they are home to the world renowned Fell Race, the Three Peaks Race.

8 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
15 Mins by car
White Scar Cave

White Scar Cave in the Yorkshire Dales National Park is the longest show cave in Britain. Deep beneath Ingleborough hill, lies this hidden world which has been sculpted by nature over thousands of years.

9 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
20 Mins by car
Dent

The charming village of Dent, south east of Sedbergh, is set in the beautiful and secluded valley of Dentdale, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is well known for its peace and tranquility, its knitters, brewery and station on the spectacular Settle to Carlisle railway line.

10 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale
30 Mins by car

High-profile marketing campaign to showcase Kirkby Lonsdale to visitors

Kirkby Lonsdale’s Information & Gift Shop has teamed up with Cumbria Tourism to launch a high-profile marketing campaign showcasing this unique visitor destination […]

South Lakes Live: A New Family Friendly Festival in Kirkby Lonsdale

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Kirkby Lonsdale Fire Disaster Recovery Fund: Update 27th January 2025

Introduction At the request of Westmorland and Furness Council and the Kirkby Lonsdale Community Recovery Partnership, Cumbria Community Foundation (CCF) launched the Kirkby […]

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