Based In Grange Over Sands, Hotel Overlooking Morecambe Bay -MORECAMBE-

LANCASTER- Keswick Market Day- And Grasmere

PENRITH and KENDAL

DAY ONE

YOUR HOTEL The Cumbria Grand Hotel at Grange-over-Sands is set in 20 acres of private gardens and woodlands overlooking Morecambe Bay. The hotel has retained its Victorian grandeur yet still provides every modern amenity; the hotel ha DAY ONE

Depart from your home area in the morning travelling to Cumbria and arrive in time for dinner at Cumbria Grand Hotel.

DAY TWO

Today we travel to Penrith

It was in the 9th and 10th centuries that the town became the capital of Cumbria – a semi-dependent state which, until 1070 AD formed part of the Kingdom of Scotland and Strathclyde. The two oldest streets, Burrowgate and Sandgate, date from the 13th Century.

Penrith was granted a market charter in 1223 by Henry III. In 1854 the market rights were leased by the Board of Health until they were eventually bought outright in 1878 for £4140. Today Eden District Council holds the rights to the market, ensuring that they are well populated with sellers and that they are promoted and publicised to the public.

Traditionally farmers brought their produce into Penrith on a horse and cart, the need for stabling explains the many alleyways which lead from the front of inns to the stables behind. Today these alley ways are very much in use and lead to a variety of delightful courtyard spaces, where you can find delightful restaurants and specialist shops.

In the afternoon we travel north again to the Cumbrian market town of Kendal, home of the famous ‘mint cake’ a glucose-based confectionery reputedly discovered accidentally by Joseph Wiper during a search for a clear glacier mint. We have free time to explore before returning to the hotel in time for dinner.

A packed lunch is included today.

DAY THREE

This morning WE VISIT LANCASTER Find a castle that was home to Kings and criminals, Walk down cobbled streets and through city squares, to a high street full of collectables, gifts, and garments.

IN THE AFTERNOON WE HEAD TO MORECAMBE - Morecambe Bay has some of the most beautiful coastline in Britain- Home to ITV's The Bay. Stroll along Morecambe’s award winning promenade Don’t forget to visit the Eric Morecambe Statue, which looks out across the promenade.

DAY FOUR

Today we head along the eastern shores of Lake Windermere for market day at Keswick. Wander around the variety of stalls, shops, cafes, and tea rooms whilst enjoying the views of Skiddaw Mountain. A packed lunch is included today. In the afternoon we take a break in the delightful village of Grasmere, home of William Wordsworth. Before we return to the hotel there’s one more must-try food – the delicious, sweet treat, Grasmere Gingerbread.

DAY FIVE

After breakfast we leave and make our way home with fond memories of our time in the Lake District.

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