Claire's Guidebook
Sightseeing
The historic Hall and Gardens are adjacent to the cottage.
This beautiful historic home is great for history lovers and takes you back to past eras.
The gardens present a plethora of horticulture from all over the globe. In amongst statues water features and the beautiful sunken gardens.
Stay a while in the Courtyard Cafe serving hot and cold meals using local produce and delicacies. In the Summer months enjoy The Bess and Barrel Pop Up Pub, which features amazing pizzas and burgers.
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Holker Hall and Gardens
The historic Hall and Gardens are adjacent to the cottage.
This beautiful historic home is great for history lovers and takes you back to past eras.
The gardens present a plethora of horticulture from all over the globe. In amongst statues water features and the beautiful sunken gardens.
Stay a while in the Courtyard Cafe serving hot and cold meals using local produce and delicacies. In the Summer months enjoy The Bess and Barrel Pop Up Pub, which features amazing pizzas and burgers.
Cartmel Racecourse
The Home of Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding and many more from their delicious range.
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Cartmel Village Shop
The Home of Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding and many more from their delicious range.
Beautiful coastal walk views across Morecambe Bay. Fabled sight of the last wolf in the UK
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Humphrey Head
Holy Well LaneBeautiful coastal walk views across Morecambe Bay. Fabled sight of the last wolf in the UK
Great wet weather activity for all the family and home to The Bluebird exhibition famously captained by Donald Campbell on Coniston Water
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Museo de Motores Lakeland
Great wet weather activity for all the family and home to The Bluebird exhibition famously captained by Donald Campbell on Coniston Water
Another great local indoor activity. 3 escape rooms to choose from. With added benefit of each being suitable for children and adults alike
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Cliffhanger Rooms
Lakeland VillageAnother great local indoor activity. 3 escape rooms to choose from. With added benefit of each being suitable for children and adults alike
Great way to visit Cartmel area, park and Woodlands. Fun for families, groups and solo travellers
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Lakeland Segway
Great way to visit Cartmel area, park and Woodlands. Fun for families, groups and solo travellers
Approx 30 minutes from the cottage. South Lakes Safari zoo is a very interactive place. Cafe and gift shop on site
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Zoológico Safari de South Lakes
Melton TerraceApprox 30 minutes from the cottage. South Lakes Safari zoo is a very interactive place. Cafe and gift shop on site
Fantastic walk to the top of Hoad Hill brings you to the Sir John Barrow Monument, that's right it is a monument not a lighthouse. l Lovingly know locally as The Pepperpot - if you are lucky the monument is open to visitors to climb to enjoy the fantastic views....take heed if you are not a fan of heights this might not be for you. Outside the 360 views over to Barrow, Lancashire and beyond are simply breathtaking. Two ways to thw top, one shorter but steeper or the longer easier way round. All take in some fantastic sights
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Sir John Barrow Monument
Hoad HillFantastic walk to the top of Hoad Hill brings you to the Sir John Barrow Monument, that's right it is a monument not a lighthouse. l Lovingly know locally as The Pepperpot - if you are lucky the monument is open to visitors to climb to enjoy the fantastic views....take heed if you are not a fan of heights this might not be for you. Outside the 360 views over to Barrow, Lancashire and beyond are simply breathtaking. Two ways to thw top, one shorter but steeper or the longer easier way round. All take in some fantastic sights
Hop on the Train at Haverthwaite, approx 15 mins from Holker, and join the rails to Lakeside. Here you will find access to the Windermere Lake Cruises as well as the Lakeside Aquarium. Lovely day out for all
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Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway
Hop on the Train at Haverthwaite, approx 15 mins from Holker, and join the rails to Lakeside. Here you will find access to the Windermere Lake Cruises as well as the Lakeside Aquarium. Lovely day out for all
Take a trip on Lake Windermere from the variety of ports around the Lake. Beautiful scenery not to be missed.
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Windermere Lake Cruises (Head Office)
Glebe RoadTake a trip on Lake Windermere from the variety of ports around the Lake. Beautiful scenery not to be missed.
Brockhole offers visitors a variety of activities and events over the course of the year. Tree Top Challenges, Archery, Kayak hire and much more. https://www.brockhole.co.uk/
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Brockhole en Windermere
Brockhole offers visitors a variety of activities and events over the course of the year. Tree Top Challenges, Archery, Kayak hire and much more. https://www.brockhole.co.uk/
Small Aquarium but good for a rainy day
Lovely information about the local lake life
Situated at the stopping point for the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway. Next to Windermere Lake Cruises
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Acuario de los Lagos
Small Aquarium but good for a rainy day
Lovely information about the local lake life
Situated at the stopping point for the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway. Next to Windermere Lake Cruises
Spread over 1 mile the Victorian Promenade in Grange--over-Sands is situated approx 15 mins from the Cottages at Holker.
2 Cafes, play parks, Crazy Golf, Putting, Tennis Courts and Basketball.
Home of the Historic Lido which featured in ITVs The Bay
Beautiful views
Prom Art runs Each Last Sunday of the month until end of May to September
Grange-over-Sands Promenade
The PromenadeSpread over 1 mile the Victorian Promenade in Grange--over-Sands is situated approx 15 mins from the Cottages at Holker.
2 Cafes, play parks, Crazy Golf, Putting, Tennis Courts and Basketball.
Home of the Historic Lido which featured in ITVs The Bay
Beautiful views
Prom Art runs Each Last Sunday of the month until end of May to September
Beautiful building. History and culture of Boats on the infamous Lake Windermere
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Windermere Jetty, Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
Rayrigg RoadBeautiful building. History and culture of Boats on the infamous Lake Windermere
Food Scene
Beautiful cafe sat opposite the Duck pond in Grange-over-Sands. Next door is the fantastic bakery with huge selection of bread, cakes, pastries. They also do sandwiches and small picnic boxes plus artisan goodies
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The Hazelmere
1&2 Yewbarrow TerraceBeautiful cafe sat opposite the Duck pond in Grange-over-Sands. Next door is the fantastic bakery with huge selection of bread, cakes, pastries. They also do sandwiches and small picnic boxes plus artisan goodies
Cake!!!
Sandwiches
Ploughmans Lunches
Takeaway Afternoon Teas (pre-order)
Pies
Bread....
All yummy!
Grange Bakery Ltd
Kents Bank RoadCake!!!
Sandwiches
Ploughmans Lunches
Takeaway Afternoon Teas (pre-order)
Pies
Bread....
All yummy!
Lovely fresh food. Relaxed atmosphere
Central location in Grange-over-Sands
Greek food made to order, also cakes and amazing coffee
Thyme Out Coffee House & Restaurant
Main StreetLovely fresh food. Relaxed atmosphere
Central location in Grange-over-Sands
Greek food made to order, also cakes and amazing coffee
Fantastic views on Grange prom
Lovely food.
Next to play park so ideal for families with young children
Emma’s Cafe
Fantastic views on Grange prom
Lovely food.
Next to play park so ideal for families with young children
Eclectic bakery with burger nights and Cocktails
Indoor and Outside eating available
Lots of variety and dietary restrictions catered for
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Greenodd Village Bakery
Eclectic bakery with burger nights and Cocktails
Indoor and Outside eating available
Lots of variety and dietary restrictions catered for
Beautiful on site ice cream parlour serving great variety and daily specials. Sundaes, waffles, milkshakes also available. Tubs to take home!
New for 2021 they have their sister site with the Maize Maze. Only 20 mins drive from the Cottages. Great all rounder
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Cumbrian Cow Ice Cream
Mountbarrow RoadBeautiful on site ice cream parlour serving great variety and daily specials. Sundaes, waffles, milkshakes also available. Tubs to take home!
New for 2021 they have their sister site with the Maize Maze. Only 20 mins drive from the Cottages. Great all rounder
Lovely Bistro in Grange-over-Sands (15 min drive). Italian/Seafood inspired menu
Cocktails and local dessert
Advisable to book in advance
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The Estuary
Main StreetLovely Bistro in Grange-over-Sands (15 min drive). Italian/Seafood inspired menu
Cocktails and local dessert
Advisable to book in advance
Fat Flour Bakery - run by French locals to Flookburgh.
Now moved to Flookburgh Square - 5 mins drive from Cottages
Home of the Cruffin - Croissant/Muffin Hybrid!
Takeaway sandwiches, pies, salads, cakes and fresh bread!
Fat Flour Bakery
Station RoadFat Flour Bakery - run by French locals to Flookburgh.
Now moved to Flookburgh Square - 5 mins drive from Cottages
Home of the Cruffin - Croissant/Muffin Hybrid!
Takeaway sandwiches, pies, salads, cakes and fresh bread!
Michelin Starred Restaurant owned and operated by World renowned chef Simon Rogan.
For a simply special meal L'enclume offers the epitome of food experiences in the quiet village of Cartmel
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L'Enclume
Cavendish StreetMichelin Starred Restaurant owned and operated by World renowned chef Simon Rogan.
For a simply special meal L'enclume offers the epitome of food experiences in the quiet village of Cartmel
Gilpin Spice offers a unique variety of food plates for all to enjoy. set against the stunning Gilpin Hotel this is a special place for a lunch or evening meal.
https://thegilpin.co.uk/eat-and-drink/gilpinspice/
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Gilpin Spice
Crook RoadGilpin Spice offers a unique variety of food plates for all to enjoy. set against the stunning Gilpin Hotel this is a special place for a lunch or evening meal.
https://thegilpin.co.uk/eat-and-drink/gilpinspice/
The Alternative Afternoon Tea at The Wild Boar is a must for any visitor go Cumbria. Offering local food fayre and being approx 30 minutes. The Wild Boar is a great stop off towards Windermere
https://englishlakes.co.uk/the-wild-boar/restaurants-bars/grill-smokehouse-restaurant/
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The Wild Boar
Crook RoadThe Alternative Afternoon Tea at The Wild Boar is a must for any visitor go Cumbria. Offering local food fayre and being approx 30 minutes. The Wild Boar is a great stop off towards Windermere
https://englishlakes.co.uk/the-wild-boar/restaurants-bars/grill-smokehouse-restaurant/
Leisure activities
Lovely swim spot located 30 mins drive from the Cottages. Small splash area and slide perfect for small ones.
Dalton Leisure Centre
Chapel StreetLovely swim spot located 30 mins drive from the Cottages. Small splash area and slide perfect for small ones.
Variety of Activities, Swimming, Tennis, Baasketball all on offer and 20 mins drive from Holker
https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/south-lakeland/ulverston#
Ulverston Leisure Centre
Priory RoadVariety of Activities, Swimming, Tennis, Baasketball all on offer and 20 mins drive from Holker
https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/south-lakeland/ulverston#
For Pony Trekking this place is situated approximately 15mins drive from the Cottages. Beautiful treks and knowledgeable staff
Bigland Hall Equine Group
Brow Edge RoadFor Pony Trekking this place is situated approximately 15mins drive from the Cottages. Beautiful treks and knowledgeable staff
Grange Fell Golf Club
Great scenic 9 hole course