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Grange-over-Sands Attractions
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The village of Cartmel, close to Grange-over-Sands, grew up around the twelfth century Priory church which, according to legend, was built between two parallel streams in response to a ’heavenly...
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This 12th Century priory has experienced an exciting history and visitors will be shown how this Christian church founded in 1188 has developed over the years. The daily routine...
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In 1865 this piece of land was leased from Benjamin Hall to Alexander Brogden for 21 years, to form an ornamental garden. When the lease expired in 1886, Grange Council...
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Between the Edwardian town of Grange-over-Sands and the Morecambe Bay estuary is a promenade that stretches from Grange railway station for approximately one mile. "The prom" offers a leisurely...
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Grange Railway Station has been restored to its former Victorian grandeur. It is situated on the Furness Line and offers direct access to and from Manchester Airport. It was designed...
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Built in 1846 by the vicar of Cartmel, Hampsfell Hospice has provided shelter for travellers ever since. Just a half hour’s walk from from Grange, the Hospice boasts an outstanding...
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Humphrey Head is the tallest limestone cliff in Cumbria and from here you can enjoy a fabulous panorama across Morecambe Bay, just three miles south of Grange-over-Sands, Humphrey Head juts...
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Morecambe Bay is situated on England’s northwest coast. It is a huge sandy bay with a magnificent backdrop of the Lake District and Bowland Fells. There is an abundant bird...
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This area known as "Sunken Gardens" is thought to be the most historic place in Grange-over-Sands. Grange is thought to take its name from a French word "graunge" meaning "granary",...
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A fascinating insight into the buildings of Lakeland’s yesteryear made from local Coniston slate. These miniature buildings depict Cumbrian houses (including such classics as Hill Top, the home of Beatrix...
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Picturesque Cartmel Racecourse, part of the Holker Estate, is situated on the edge of the Lake District and stages just seven National Hunt (jump) race meetings a year. A three-day...
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Ducky’s Park Farm offers a fun and educational day out for families and school parties. In addition to a mini go-kart track, outdoor bouncy castle and indoor play area, the...
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The shore by the village of Silverdale boasts relaxing walks, beautiful sunsets and caves that are full of adventure! Cars can be driven to certain areas, although the full spectacle...
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Built in the late 14th Century, Arnside Tower is the oldest building in the area. After centuries of erosion and subjugation to a brutal storm in 1884 this pele tower...
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Arnside Knott is a limestone hill on the edge of Arnside that rises to 159 metres above sea leve (522ft). Now owned by the National Trust, the area is...
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Arnside’s beautiful shoreline offers an array of relaxing walks and stunning views to all visitors. The shore faces the Lakes and Grange to the North-West and West, and on a...
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