Cartmel is two miles away with its steeple chase horse race meetings, and historic Priory it is also famous for its Sticky Toffee Puddings (not to be missed).

Cartmel Races Dates
24th, 26th & 28th May 2008

23rd & 25th August 2008

Cartmel antiques Fair Dates

Cark Airfield is about a mile away where the Parachute Centre is situated. They also hold giant car boot fairs and the steam rally there.

Cark Airfield Car Boot Dates

Cark Airfield Steam Rally Dates
26th & 27th July 2008

Holker Hall is within walking distance with its stately home, gardens and motor museum.

Holker Festival Dates
30th, 31st May & 1st June 2008

Grange over Sands is four miles. A popular place for wedding receptions. A taxi from here takes about ten minutes and costs approximately £8.

Within 30 minutes are:-

• Artcrystal
• Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway
• Furness Abbey
• Colony Candles
• Barrow Dock Museum
• Laurel and Hardy Museum
• Windermere Lake Cruises
• Cumbria Crystal