Lakelovers Village Guide
CARTMEL
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The picturesque village of Cartmel is famous for its 12th Century Priory, boasting beautiful stained-glass windows, modern sculptures and ancient choir stalls. Leading off the village square, with its market cross, water pump, and fish slabs, is the Cartmel Priory Gatehouse - now a Heritage Centre which depicts the history of the monastery and the village.
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Holker Hall
The Cartmel area is also home to the Cavendish family of the Holker Hall Estate, who extend a warm welcome to all visitors that want to look around their family home and 23 acres of immaculately kept gardens throughout the year. Surrounding Holker Hall are 200 acres of parkland with various walks, it’s even home to a herd of fallow deer! Also, during the Summer months Holker Hall host pop-up pub and pizza in the courtyard. Sample delicious woodfired pizzas straight from the oven, great ales and a relaxed family atmosphere. This is definitely not to be missed!
Cartmel Priory
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If you want to explore Cartmel in a less traditional way, Lakeland Segway is the perfect way to do this. The Cartmel Tour takes you on a fantastic scenic route past the Racecourse and up to the Holker Estate providing you with stunning views along the way. For the more advanced Segway glider they offer the Adventure Tour, taking you along more demanding tracks through the woods where you can really find out what the off road Segways are capable of.
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L’Enclume plate
Food and Drink To some Cartmel is known as The Village of Sticky Toffee Pudding and when you visit Cartmel you have to visit the Cartmel Village Shop and treat yourself to one of their amazing puddings. The owners started baking Sticky Toffee puddings in the back kitchen of the Village Shop a good 20 years ago. Word soon got out and it seemed like everyone wanted some. Twenty years, and a bigger kitchen later, it’s still handmade from 100% natural ingredients and there’s still nothing to match it.
Cartmel Village Shop
L’Enclume is the only restaurant in the Lake District to hold two Michelin stars as well as being awarded the accolade of ‘number one restaurant in the UK’, by The Good Food Guide 2020. Excellent is an understatement for the endless tasting plates that come out of this experimental kitchen, under the watchful eye of Simon Rogan. There’s no limit to the wizardry delivered by the most famous development kitchen in the Lake District, all from simple ingredients grown in their local Our Farm or foraged from Lakeland countryside. The place to treat a loved one with one of the most memorable dining experiences in the UK.
L’Enclume interior
Cartmel Racecourse
What not to miss The tradition of horse racing at Cartmel was started by the monks from the Priory in the 12th Century. Throughout the Summer months Cartmel Racecourse hosts nine race days. The first race is on the Whit Holiday weekend at the end of May and the final one of the year takes place on the August Bank Holiday weekend.
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Low Dog Kennel Cottage 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 4 Originally built for the local gamekeeper, Low Dog Kennel Cottage offers a wonderful blend of charm and character alongside stylish and contemporary living. Enjoy the walk through the open countryside to the neighbouring village of Cartmel with its historic 12th Century priory. Presented to the highest standard with two bedrooms, a luxurious family bathroom, a cosy sitting room and smart kitchen. From ÂŁ365 for 7 nights 1.5 miles from Cartmel Village
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Hedgehog Hideaway 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 4
Hedgehog Hideaway is a beautifully presented cottage of incredible character and quality. As you enter the front door you will feel instantly relaxed. The light and spacious kitchen diner is very well thought through with lots of space and an excellent island giving lots of room for cooking or breakfast. The windows overlook the very well-presented garden and a lovely spot for a coffee. From ÂŁ415 for 7 nights 3.6 miles from Cartmel Village
Fair Rigg Old Farm 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
Fair Rigg Old Farm is a superb example of a quintessential 17th century Lakeland country farmhouse which offers a fantastic opportunity to experience this beautiful and historic property that has been refurbished by the current owners to create high quality and luxurious accommodation whilst retain so many of the original features. From ÂŁ765 for 7 nights 4.5 miles from Cartmel Village
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