Welcome to Cartmel

Welcome to the official website for the vibrant historic village of Cartmel. This unspoilt village is situated in a quiet valley in one of England’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty.

Take time to visit this medieval village, which was winner of numerous 'Cumbria in Bloom' awards in 2011, and explore the surrounding landscape that reaches out to meet the sands of Morecambe Bay on the edge of the Furness Peninsula.

Offering stunning views of the South Lakeland District fells and countryside, Cartmel has grown up around its famous 12th Century medieval Priory. It is a special place where ancient history and tradition mingle effortlessly with the present day.

Although steeped in history, Cartmel is not trapped in time and the village offers today's visitors many modern surprises in the form of fine quality attractions, shops, eateries and places to stay.

Around the village square you will discover a delightful assortment of genuine 16th - 18th century buildings providing, as they have for centuries, friendly inns, well stocked shops and private dwellings.

South Lakeland’s Finest...

Peruse this website to discover the many treasures, activities and attractions on offer when you visit Cartmel. Whenever you decide to visit we guarantee you a warm and friendly welcome.

NEWS 2012

BLACK HORSES FEATURE IN WINTER ISSUE OF LIMITED EDITION MAGAZINE

Freelance writer, Sandy Kitching has written a 4 page article on her experiences with Cartmel's Black Horses. Magazines are FREE. Pick one up in the Village Shop or Cartmel Cheeses. Or you can look online on the Westmorland Gazette website.

CARTMEL FEATURE IN AUTUMN ISSUE OF LIMITED EDITION MAGAZINE

Freelance writer, Sandy Kitching has penned a 5 page article on Cartmel village. Magazines are FREE. Pick one up in the Village Shop or Cartmel Cheeses. Or you can look online on the Westmorland Gazette website. Photo Sandy Kitching.

 

 

CARTMEL WINS BLOOMING MARVELOUS TROPHIES AT CUMBRIA IN BLOOM 2011

Green-fingered representatives from Cartmel's Village Society and Cartmel Allotment Association returned home with a car full of trophies after the Cumbria In Bloom Award ceremony on Monday night!

TROPHIES
Strikes, Houghton Hall Trophy for Best Village: Cartmel

Lakeland Limited Trophy, Best in Commercial: Cavendish Arms, Cartmel

Continental Landscapes Trophy, Special Category: Cartmel Allotments Association

Friends of Lake District Trophy, Best Sustainable Development: Morland and Cartmel

Doreen Parsons Young Persons Trophy, Best Project by Youngsters: Cartmel Primary School

Alan Heath, Cumbria in Bloom chairman, said: “These awards really bring home what being part of a community is all about.
“The people who take part all say that entering the competition has brought their community together and helped them to develop community spirit.
“I would like to pay tribute to everyone who entered this year, all the winners and the committee members and judges who give so much time and energy and without whom this would not be possible.”

Congratulations go to everyone in the community who helped make our village one to be truly proud of.

BUY CHEESES ONLINE

Cartmel Cheeses have launched a new website from where you can now buy cheeses in their onine shop. The site also has a section on how best to keep cheese for your ultimate enjoyment. Go to cartmelcheeses.co.uk

Guild of Cartmel Traders

This website and other promotional activites are funded by an enthusiastic group of Cartmel businesses, who work together in partnership. Businesses within a 3 mile radius of Cartmel can email the Secretary, Sandy Kitching, for details of the new Guild of Cartmel Traders.

The New Guild of Cartmel Traders Committee, elected in November 2010

Chairman, Colin Burke
Vice Chairman, Richard English, Cavendish Arms - 015395 36240
Treasurer, Charlotte White, Cartmel Village Shop - 015395 36280
Secretary, Sandy Kitching, Early Bird Design - 015395 36110
Tim Leader, The Scouts - 015395 33270
Martin Gott, Cartmel Cheeses - 015395 32845
Jonathan Garratt, Cartmel Racecourse - 015395 36340
Andrew Walmsley, The Larch Tree - 015395 36275
Steve Chamberlain, Chamberlains’ Gifts - 015395 33252