Stay at Kendal Hotels and Explore These Exciting Attractions

Located in the beautiful Lake District at the heart of Cumbria, Kendal hotels provide the perfect setting to explore a wealth of history, nature and culture. Kendal itself sits at the south of the Lake District and even though it is a relatively quaint setting, the town has an array of attractions that make excellent days out for all the family! Add the following 4 attractions to your must-see list during your visit to Kendal this summer€¦

Kendal Castle

The town's 12th century castle may be a ruin but it's a great chance for all members of the family to play archaeologist for the day. The castle sits high above Kendal and offers fabulous views of the town and the surrounding Lake District countryside. Team your visit to castle with a trip to Kendal Museum to find out more about the medieval site's bloody history and see exactly what the castle would look like today with interactive computer reconstructions. The exhibition also explores what life was like for locals whilst the castle was thriving in the 1200's.

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

Another attraction, situated close to Kendal hotels, is Abbot Hall Art Gallery. This extravagant Georgian house provides the perfect location for you and your family to show your creative side by taking part in the hall's many art and crafts workshops and events. Abbot Hall is also home to some of the finest pieces of art in the whole of Britain, providing the perfect opportunity for the adults of the group to sneak away and enjoy the culture of Kendal.

Museum of Lakeland Life

Right on the doorstep of Abbot Hall and the River Kent sits the Museum of Lakeland Life, which explores the history and heritage of Cumbria and its people. The museum is packed full of exhibitions showing how our Cumbrian ancestors lived, worked and enjoyed the town and the wider Lake District. The museum also recreates a typical street scene and visitors can explore this to learn more about life lakeside.

Serpentine Woods

Make your stay at Kendal hotels complete with a visit to Serpentine Woods. The nature spot overlooks the town and its historic castle ruins and is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic on a lazy summer afternoon. You can see a wide range of wildlife at Serpentine Woods, from birds and butterflies to squirrels and foxes so see what you can spot in this charming slice of wilderness!