General
Information
Kendal has long been the
"Gateway to the Lake District". Set astride the River Kent
Kendal is an ancient market town. The consistent use of local limestone
gives Kendal a uniform look "the Auld Grey Town".
It is recommended to explore the town on foot and investigate the
numerous "yards" and alleyways.
There is a pleasant riverside walk along the banks of the River Kent.
Overlooking the river to the east are the remains of a Norman Castle
set on a small hill, the birthplace of Catherine Parr the sixth wife
of Henry VIII.
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How
to get there
Leave the M6 at exit 36 in the
direction of Windermere and the Lakes, on the A591. By rail alight
at Kendal. It is possible to connect with the London to Glasgow
mainline at Oxenholme.
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Useful Contacts
Hospitals
Westmorland General Hospital
01539 732288
Helme Chase
Maternity Unit Tel:01539 732288
Hospital
Radio Tel: 01539 732288 ext 5420
Social
Services
Kendal Social Services Area
Office Tel: 01539 773300 / 773377
Police
Kendal
Tel:01539 722611
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Transport/Travel
Train Information service (24 Hour service)
Tel: 0845 7 484 950
Minicom: 0845 60 50 600
University
Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Tel:01524
65201
St Martin’s
College, Bowerham,Lancaster Tel: 01524 384384
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