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Known for
Kendal Mint Cake, Katherine Parr's birthplace, the Yards, the Brewery Arts Centre and the gateway market town to the eastern Lake District
A little history
The centre of the medieval wool trade — 'Kendal Green' was a famous cloth exported across Europe. Katherine Parr (Henry VIII's final wife) was born in Kendal Castle. Kendal Mint Cake has fuelled expeditions including the first Everest ascent.
The Yards — Kendal's network of medieval lanes between the main streets — hide excellent independent shops. The Brewery Arts Centre for culture. The Thursday market for local food.
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Food & drink in Kendal
The Yards and Stricklandgate have good independent cafes and food. The Brewery Arts Centre has good food. The market for Cumbrian produce.
Restaurants & cafes
From neighbourhood classics to hidden gems — Roam surfaces the Kendal food spots locals actually love.
Bars & nightlife
Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Kendal. Roam tells you what's open and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Kendal worth exploring on foot.
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Kendal's independent businesses serve the market town's role as gateway to the Lakes. The Yards provide a unique retail environment.
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Kendal Mint Cake, Katherine Parr's birthplace, the Yards, the Brewery Arts Centre and the gateway market town to the eastern Lake District Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Kendal worth exploring.
The Yards and Stricklandgate have good independent cafes and food. The Brewery Arts Centre has good food. The market for Cumbrian produce. Download Roam free to discover Kendal's independent food scene.
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Kendal's independent businesses serve the market town's role as gateway to the Lakes. The Yards provide a unique retail environment. List your Kendal business on Roam to reach local customers in Cumbria.
Roam covers all of Kendal including Stricklandgate, Highgate, Nether Bridge, Appleby Road, Burneside. The Yards — Kendal's network of medieval lanes between the main streets — hide excellent independent shops. The Brewery Arts Centre for culture. The Thursday market for local food.
