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There are several villages around Lancashire and Lakeland that could claim to have the finest location. Spots in the hills, by the coast and in our myriad...

CUMBRIA Wildlife Trust has taken over management of two ‘special’ nature reserves.

Lancashire Life Kirkby Lonsdale by Alan Smith - Credit: Archant Kirkby Lonsdale sits on the spot where Lancashire, Yorkshire and Westmorland meet, making it a great base to explore the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. All these walks start of within a ten mile radius of Kirkby Lonsdale, making them a perfect day trip for anyone staying close to the historic market town. Devils Bridge,Kirkby Lonsdale - Credit: Rob Mcewen Devils Bridge 0 miles from Kirkby Lonsdale This walk is effectively a...

Andrew Thomas Gazette columnist Andrew Thomas is talking all things Westmorland.... ON a visit to Kendal’s twin town Rinteln some years ago a German friend who was showing me around indicated a statue of Kaiser Wilhelm 1 and he said whenever he returned to the area it was seeing the monument on a hill that made him realise he was home again. Which local landmarks or characteristics about the place where we live give us a real sense of belonging? Over the years when I have returned to...

A FOUR-BEDROOM house that is the most expensive property for sale in Kendal has been reduced.