Itinerary Planner

The perfect place to recharge - South Lakes & Morecambe Bay

MORNING – LAKELAND MOTOR MUSEUM

Located at Backbarrow near to Newby Bridge, the Lakeland Motor Museum is home to an impressive collection of over 30,000 exhibits tracing more than 100 years of road transport heritage, including a new exhibition which details the history of the Isle of Man TT Races.

Numerous fascinating stories rooted in our local area: a typical 1930's Westmorland garage re-creation, the Campbell Bluebird Exhibition and the Leven Valley Heritage Centre which depicts how life used to be in the Backbarrow Blue Mill, the iron works, gunpowder factories and woodland industries. A fascinating and thoroughly enjoyable visitor experience fantastic for all ages, whatever the weather.

Your next stop is Holker Hall & Gardens, a 10-minute drive away.

LUNCH - HOLKER HALL AND GARDENS

Situated a short distance from Grange-over-Sands and the magnificent expanse of Morecambe Bay, Holker Hall and Gardens is set amongst 25 acres of romantic formal and woodland gardens and ancient parkland. Visitors can explore the magnificent gardens, where throughout the year the gardens are a riot of colour and texture. Look out for the land feature ‘Pagan Grove’, the peaceful Sunken Garden and the wonderful Labyrinth.

Head to the Courtyard Café for a spot of lunch or even a delicious Holker Afternoon Tea. Make sure to leave enough time to pick up some goodies from the gift shop which stocks an interesting range of local produce, including Holker’s own meats and cheeses.

AFTERNOON – CARTMEL VILLAGE & LAKELAND SEGWAY

Head to the very pretty Medieval village of Cartmel, just 6 minutes from Holker Hall by car. With a delightful olde-worlde feel and a fine collection of inns, artisan shops and cute cottages, as well the world-famous sticky toffee pudding, make sure to leave enough time to explore this picture-postcard destination.

Immerse yourself in the outdoors with Lakeland Segway. Enjoy a guided Segway tour around the beautiful grounds that surround Cartmel Racecourse and The Holker Estate. There are a range of segway experiences, from Tasters to Adventure Tours for the more experienced. Tours include professional training, safety instruction and lots of safe practice to make sure you're ready to set off on the tour.