Visit Cartmel, Cumbria

Cartmel Priory

"One of the North's finest ecclesiastical buildings"

The village of Cartmel, grew up around this twelfth century Priory church which, according to legend, was built between two parallel streams in response to a ’heavenly voice’.

It survives as the centre of village life, and is a place of worship, a concert venue and a visitor attraction.

Cartmel Priory,
Cartmel,
Grange-over-Sands,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QA
Tel/Fax: 015394 47997

www.cartmelpriory.org.uk

Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding

"The Original and Genuine"

Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding is made from 100% natural ingredients, using traditional baking methods in this Cumbrian Bakery.

Pure cane sugar, sticky dates, free range eggs, fresh local cream and butter are just some of the yummy ingredients that go into each lovingly-made pudding.

Cartmel Village Shop,
Parkgate House,
The Square,
Cartmel,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QB
Tel: 015395 36280

www.stickytoffeepudding.co.uk

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Cartmel Races

"Small Racecourse of the Year in the North"

Racing at Cartmel dates back to 1856, but it is almost certain that racing has taken place here since at least the middle of the fifteenth century when monks of the nearby priory entertained themselves by organising racing on mules.

With its rich history and location on the Holker Estate, Cartmel offers a sense of uniqueness and charm unrivalled on the racing circuit. Such qualities ensure that visitors return year on year and have given the racecourse attendances to match the much larger venues.

Cartmel Racecourse,
Cartmel,
Grange-over-Sands,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QF
Tel: 015395 36340

www.cartmel-racecourse.co.uk

Cartmel Village Website

Cartmel Village Website

"Accommodation & businesses in this historic medieval village in peaceful southern Lake District"

A brief history of the village with descriptions of local activities and places of interest.

www.cartmelvillage.com

This ancient village is famous for the 12^th century medieval Priory with its beautiful stained glass windows and the Cartmel Village Shop’s 'Sticky Toffeee Pudding'. It also hosts the highly popular steeplechase meetings on Cartmel Racecourse and provides a delightful square with many ancient buildings, shops and pubs.

Cavendish Arms

Cavendish Arms, Cartmel

"Any customer who walks through the doors will never leave as a customer but as a friend"

This 450-year old coaching inn the oldest in the village and built within the village walls.

It was one of the coaching stops and you can still see a mounting block dated 1837 outside the main door.Its age can sometimes be measured, although painfully, by the low beams and uneven floors.

The Cavendish Arms,
Cartmel,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QA
Tel: 015395 36240
Fax: 015395 35082

www.thecavendisharms.co.uk

The Larch Tree

"Stockists of the finest quality traditional toys"

Step inside and you will find three floors of inspirational displays of gifts, traditional children's toys, quality ladies wear, children's clothing, a small but carefully selected range of men's clothing, distinctive gift ware, home accessories, jewellery and much more.

The Larch Tree,
Devonshire Square,
Cartmel,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QD
Tel: 015395 36275

www.thelarchtree.co.uk

Royal Oak Inn

"For good food, enjoyment and relaxation"

The bar is the ideal meeting place for that pre-dinner drink and to make your choice for the evening in comfort.

The warm decor and subdued lighting gives off a very pleasant ambiance making the perfect setting for dinner or that special occasion.

Noted for its excellent cuisine and its relaxed, friendly service, your favourite bottle of wine selected from our reasonably priced wine list makes it a "must" when visiting Cartmel.

The Royal Oak Inn,
The Square,
Cartmel,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QB
Tel: 015395 36259

www.royaloakcartmel.co.uk

Cartmel Show

"The most comprehensive and picturesque show in the North"

Always a firm favourite with both visitors and locals.

Held on the first Wednesday in August and offers a profusion of family entertainment packed into the picturesque parkland setting of Cartmel Racecourse.

Cartmel Racecourse,
Cartmel,
Grange-over-Sands,
Cumbria,
LA11 6QF

Show Secretary
Tel: 01524 733615

www.cartmelagricultural society.org.uk