Yealand Redmayne

Yealand Redmayne has a fascinating and ancient heritage. With a history dating back to the Domesday Book, Yealand was originally a single township before a 13th century split created three distinct villages named after various Lords of the Manor: Yealand Conyers, Yealand Storrs and Yealand Redmayne (after Henry de Redmayne). It was strongly associated with the Quaker movement which raged through the villages of North Lancashire: the original Friends' Meeting House, built in 1692, can still be seen in the village.

Yealand is a friendly, sleepy little village with beautiful old stone houses and a lovely old pub, The New Inn which is a short walk from the cottages and serves extremely good food.

Warton

Just a 5 minute drive from Yealand is Warton which is a regular place of homage for American visitors as the ancestors of George Washington lived there in Washington House. There are also the remains of an ancient priory and two good pubs serving home cooked food.

Silverdale

Silverdale is Britain’s smallest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wander through the village and stock up at the local shops including a butcher, baker and greengrocer all stocking fresh produce that is grown locally.

Walk down to the sea at Jenny Brown’s Point for a panoramic view across the bay. Nearby Leighton Moss, run by the RSPB, is home to special birds such as breeding bitterns and bearded tits, as well as deer, and butterflies. An easy walk through the trees at Woodwell can end at The Wolfhouse Gallery which features contemporary and traditional arts, crafts, gifts, jewellery, and tearooms with homemade cakes that are definitely worth stopping for.

In the evening, Silverdale has 2 friendly pubs, The Woodlands and The Silverdale Hotel as well as an extremely good Italian restaurant.

Arnside

Arnside Knott (522ft) dominates a rocky peninsula where the village of Arnside stands. In days gone by, small coasters, steamers and yachts called at landings in Arnside, but when the estuary began to silt up, Arnside lost its marine ties.

Today, Arnside's many visitors enjoy strolling through the bustling seaside village. Catch the remarkable sight of the tide as it sweeps up the bay and enjoy a supper of fish and chips on the beach, watching the salmon leap as the sun sets.

Kendal

The 'Gateway to the Lakes' is a mere 15 miles away, and provides good shopping facilities, including a market on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Kendal has a theatre and cinema, a 13th Century parish church, Abbot Hall Art Gallery, a museum offering a glimpse of Lakeland life throughout the ages – and mint cake – lots of it.

The Lake District


The beautiful landscapes of the Lakes are favourites among walkers, while the forests, fells and waterways provide the setting for many sporting activities. Visit historic villages and famous locations such as the former homes of Beatrix Potter, John Ruskin and the poet Wordsworth.