Kendal

	1657 Chocolate House

Situated to the south of the Lake District and only a few miles from the sea, Kendal is the third largest settlement in Cumbria and often affectionately known as ‘The Gateway to the Lakes.’ Not technically part of the National Park, Kendal was for many years one of the most important wool towns in the country and is also famous for its Kendal mint cake, the Everest conquering energy bar originally created by Joseph Wiper.

Today the town is home to a thriving retail sector with no less than five shopping arcades. The shopping is exciting with high street chains, specialist shops and independent traders offering a wide range of high quality merchandise.

Kendal is home to a multitude of historically interesting buildings including the Parish church, the 14th Century Castle Darly and both Kendal and Hume Castles.  Kendal has a long history as a stronghold of one kind or another and much can be learned from a visit to Abbot Hall and Kendal Museum.

There have been many celebrated residents of Kendal. Alfred Wainwright, guidebook author and writer dedicated most of his life to charting the area, which was also the birthplace of thriller writer Desmond Bagley and home to creator of Postman Pat, John Cunliffe. Restaurants and hostelries are aplenty in Kendal and for photographers the views in and around the town are truly awe inspiring.

Kendal Skyline - Town Hall