{"id":1443,"date":"2016-11-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-11-10T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelovers.cottage-search.com\/blog\/stay-cartmel-lyth-valley\/"},"modified":"2020-11-25T15:09:09","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T15:09:09","slug":"stay-cartmel-lyth-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakelovers.co.uk\/blog\/stay-cartmel-lyth-valley\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Stay In Cumbria\u2019s Cartmel and the Lyth Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"

It might not be an area of Cumbria with majestic, towering mountains, but Cartmel and the Lyth Valley should not be over-looked for a breath-taking break in the Cumbrian countryside.<\/h2>\n

After all, there is a reason that Lonely Planet named the Lyth Valley in its top 200 beautiful places in the world as voted by their readers.
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And, the beautiful and historic village of Cartmel is fast becoming Cumbria\u2019s top gastro haven.<\/p>\n

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You\u2019ll find the Lyth Valley snuggled between the majestic limestone of Scout Scar and Whitbarrow Scar.<\/p>\n

You will know you\u2019ve found this hidden Cumbrian gem when you see it \u2013 rolling, lush , damson tree-strewn valley, utterly unspoilt.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s located in South Cumbria (tucked away between Kendal and Windermere).<\/p>\n

And, a section\u00a0of the Lyth Valley officially became part of the Lake District National Park in August 2016, after the authority extended its boundaries by 27 square miles.<\/p>\n

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The sumptuous countryside is renowned for its damsons, whose trees in the spring turn the landscape white.\u00a0This springtime spectacle provides the beautiful backdrop for Damson Day in April.<\/p>\n

In the autumn, splashes of purple fill the valley when\u00a0the trees become laden with damsons.<\/p>\n

If you have never tried damsons, this is the place to do it \u2013 whether as a jam or even as a gin!<\/p>\n

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In this unspoilt landscape, you will also find\u00a0the villages of Crosthwaite, Bowland Bridge and Underbarrow.<\/p>\n

White-washed and stone farmhouses full of traditional and contemporary character can be found along the tranquil country lanes \u2013 a great place to stay for a real\u00a0country lifestyle experience.<\/p>\n

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Cartmel<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The quaint village of Cartmel<\/a> is not only an area of outstanding natural beauty, but is steeped in history and tradition \u2013 a great place to get away from it all and discover new things.<\/p>\n

It is most famed for its 12th Century medieval Priory, with stunning stained glass windows and ancient choir stalls, which\u00a0 host regular concerts and exhibitions.<\/p>\n

If you like to delve into a bit of history, then Cartmel is a place to discover.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll see plenty of 16th, 17th and 18th Century buildings dotted around the village and journey back to Cartmel\u2019s religious roots, which date back to 677 when King Egfrith of Northumbria gave the village to St Cuthbert.<\/p>\n

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\nHeading into the village square you\u2019ll find the market cross, water pump, and fish slabs.
\nYou\u2019ll also stumble upon the many artisan shops, including the home of the world-famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding<\/a> and Cartmel Cheeses<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Walks around Cartmel and the Lyth Valley<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It might not rise as high as the likes of the Langdales, but it doesn\u2019t diminish in beauty.<\/p>\n

There are many places to tread the sod in local woods and the surrounding fells \u2013 and there are breathtaking views over Morecambe Bay to be had too.<\/p>\n

Here are just a few walks to capture the beauty of this neck of Cumbria\u2019s countryside:<\/p>\n