We have compiled a list of a few of the local attractions, museums and sport venues in and around the Kendal area. If you want more information about activities, concerts or anything else in Kendal, you can contact the Kendal Tourist Information Office on (01539) 725758. The Lake District Visitors Centre, Brockhole Idylically situated on the shores of Windermere, amongst landscaped gardens with interactive exhibitions, adventure playground, lake cruises more. Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal This elegant Georgian building provides a superb setting for its collections of fine art, both local and touring exhibitions. World of Beatrix Potter Attraction Discover Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck and all their friends in this magical recreation of Beatrix Potter's little books. Quaker Tapestry Exhibition Centre, Kendal This unique exhibition of 77 panels of community embroidery delights visitors visitors of all ages. Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal Visit 'probably the most important community Arts Centre in the UK' - and Kendal's only Cinema Theatre - and enjoy a range of high quality national touring companies, folk, jazz, dance exhibitions. Levens Hall Topiary Gardens Elizabethan Mansion home of the Bagot family containing fine furniture superb paneling. The world famous Topiary Gardens were first laid out in 1694. Mountain Goat and Park Tours and Travel Spectacular informative Lake District guided tours. Collections from 'Bridge House' BB can be easily arranged. Sizergh Castle, near Kendal The oldest part of Sizergh Castle is the pele tower, dating from the 14th century. There is a fine collection of Elizabethan carvings paneling, fine furniture and portraits portraits. Lakeside Haverthwaite Railway From Haverthwaite station, hard working steam locomotives haul comfortable coaches through the contrasting lake, and the river scenery of the Leven Valley.

bridge house bb // kendal // the lake district. Bridge House is a beautiful 'listed' Georgian building, a former station-master's house and was built in approximately 1840. The house has two guest bedrooms: a twin and a double, both with ensuite shower rooms. Each room has TV and tea coffee making facilities. Bridge House Bed Breakfast is a non-smoking establishment. Bridge House bed breakfast actively supports Fairtrade whenever possible. © copyright bridge house bb kendal 2007

Below are a selection of messages by guests who have stayed with us at Bridge House. Please to visit our online guestbook, to view other messages or to post your own message for us and our future guests to view. Don't stay at Burneside, stay here! A lift was given to us from Burnesde. Very warm, friendly, relaxed family home, with a superb breakfast.. With a lift from the dales way to kendal that was much appreciated and train times back to Burneside the next morning which were very helpful. The place was nnice and the breakfast even better with homemade bread and jams. Evening meal delicious in a place in town recommended by Sheila makes a change from the quiet country villages. Very experienced walkers with lots of advice and tips to offer.. In a word - fantastic. If you are staying in Kendal then stay here.. An excellent stay that would be cheap at twice the price, the breakfast was sumptious with home made bread. The large bath was agodsend after a hard days walking. Thanks.. Sheila and Alan are brilliant, both very experienced walkers so they know what to offer. The place is first class in respect of service, accomodation and food, and Alans shuttle service to Burneside is a bonus. Thanks again. Bill Weatherill My wife and I stayed with Mr and Mrs Brindley in '99 whilst doing the dalesway and we were very pleased when Mr Brindley came through to a phone box just outside Burneside to pick us up, and took us back the following morning to the exact same spot to resume our walk. The accomodation was very good, infact it was as good as other places I have stayed at in the past costing twice as much. Thanks again.

frequently asked questions. This page will answer any frequently asked questions that you might have. If you can't find the answer to your questions here, please don't hesitate to contact us via. or by telephone on 01539 722041 How far is it into the town centre? a 5 minute flat walk Where is the nearset pub? The Castle Inn, on Castle Street, further down the road Do you have drying facilities? Yes, we have a large basement area that can be used for drying boots and clothes What time is breakfast? Anytime early or late by arrangement How long have we lived at Bridge House? 30 years What time do you have to be in at night? No specific time, we provide you with your own key for the house Where is the nearest walk? Going into Kendal over the castle and crossing the River Kent by the footbridge close to the Parish Church Where is the nearest fell walk? Approach to Scout Scar, 10 minutes from house then 20 minutes up hill to 360 degree Lakeland views Where do you recommend to eat? We have a good selection of restaurants a short walk from the house, including Thai, Italian, French, Indian and Chinese. Kendal also has a good selection of English eating restaurants including vegetarian menus.

Walkers and cyclists are most welcome. Bridge House has a large drying room in the basement a secure area for bicycles. Dales Way walkers can be collected from the route close to Kendal. Bridge House Bed Breakfast specialises in home-made bread and preserves and a full English breakfast every morning. All guests receive complimentary Kendal Mint Cake during their stay.

Rooms from £31 per person per night. Single occupancy from £40.00 per night. Special rates are available for longer stays. to enquire about bookings, phone 01539 722041 and ask for Sheila Brindley or contact us via. Please make deposit cheques payable to S. Brindley.

sheila@bridgehouse-kendal.co.uk. If you want to telephone us, ring if you live inside UK 01539 722041 or outside the UK (+44) 1539 722041 Mobile 07813679411 If you'd like to contact us via post, our address is: Sheila Brindley 'Bridge House' 65 Castle Street Kendal Cumbria LA9 7AD

Our twin bedroom has an en-suite shower room, and can also be used as a double bedroom.

Kendal can be found close to the M6 motorway, Junction 37. From there, take the A684 for about 5.5 miles following the signs for 'Kendal'. As you go under the railway bridge, Bridge House is on your right. Turn left and park on Castle Road directly opposite the house. Please contact us beforehand for more detailed instructions. You can also get a train to on the west coast main line from which there are regular connections to Kendal railway station - which is about 5 minutes walk from Bridge House BB. Please contact us for further information.

 Clothes dry cleaning
 Heating
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 TV sets in rooms