Kendal

A LOCAL’S GUIDE

Neighbourhood know-how, people and places

There’s no better way to discover this wild corner of Wales, says Kerry Walker

Whether you’re exploring The Lanes, that maze of narrow streets in the oldest part of town, fishing for something good on the seafront or just need a cooling beer, don’t worry – I’ve got you covered.

We set off from our Wiltshire home full of anticipation. Our destination was Cumbria, but not as we had known it. Like many, our trips there in the past had tended to be focused on the stunning lakes

This corner of the Lake District, with England’s highest peak, is perfect for a nature-fuelled stay