Local Area near Greenthorne Farm, Yealand Redmayne

Greenthorne Farm is situated at the centre of the picturesque village of Yealand Redmayne which has about 300 residents.
The area is classified as being of outstanding natural beauty and limestone pavement areas and rare plants in the woods behind, also make it a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Leighton Moss Bird Reserve (1½ mile)

Leighton Moss RSPB Bird Reserve is of interest to all, not just bird lovers.
There is a visitor centre and cafe.

Leighton Hall (1 mile)

Leighton Hall is the beautiful, historic home of the Gillow family, and if the house and contents do not interest you then the display of the birds of prey is bound to impress. Open from May to September.

Lakeland WildLife Oasis (2 mile)

Lakeland's Wildlife Discovery Centre is a unique and exciting blend of exotic wildlife and interactive 'hands-on' displays.

Carnforth (2½ miles)

Carnforth Station Visitor Centre

Carnforth Station Visitor Centre is only a short drive away. The station is famous for scenes in the film "Brief Encounter", and volunteers have renovated rooms in the station back to a high standard. During the summer the occasional, but very popular, 'steam train' days are held.

The Carnforth Bookshop

Established in 1977 this is a large independant bookshop. The ground floor contains an extensive selection of new books and maps. With two floors, 14 rooms and over 100,000 books, the Second Hand Department is a veritable Aladin's cave with more subjects than you can imagine, as well as prints and sheet music.

Kirkby Lonsdale (8½ miles)

Kirkby Lonsdale is an unspoilt little market town about six miles east, the area being made famous by the landscapes of the painter Turner. Lovely walks by the river - pause at 'Ruskin's View', shops, pubs and cafes. Market day is Thursday.

Devil's Bridge

Crossing the Lune on the outskirts of the town. Built around 1370. Popular both with tourists and locals.
Harley Davidson enthusiasts meet at Devil's Bridge most Sundays.

Silverdale (2½ miles)

Enjoy a good walk to Silverdale, passing the RSPB bird sanctuary at Leighton Moss and Silverdale Golf Course.

Silverdale Art Trail

Each year, during the last weekend in June, local artists contribute to an 'Art Trail' event throughout the village.
This popular and well supported event has a wide variety of exhibits and demonstrations to interest everyone.
2012 June 29 - July 1. Friday (5pm - 8pm) [Silverdale Art Group Gaskell Hall exhibition opens at 10am], Saturday (11am - 5pm), Sunday (11am - 5pm).

Wolfhouse Gallery Lindeth Road, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0TX

Gallery & Café open 10am - 5pm, closed Tuesday
Tel: 01524 701 405
URL: www.wolfhouse-gallery.co.uk

Silverdale Golf Course

Silverdale Golf Club’s 18 hole course is set in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Arnside (5 miles)

About 1½ hours before high tide, there is the possibility to see a 'bore'. Highly unpredictable in timing and size, it is probably at its most obvious during the spring tides. The promenade at Arnside and nearby Sandside are popular venues for sea anglers, catching mainly flounders.

Lancaster (10 miles)

Lancaster, about ten miles south, is full of historical sights, don't miss a tour around the castle, visit the cathedral and museum. Learn about the local surgeon who wrapped up his victim's remains in the Lancashire Evening Post!

Kendal (10 miles)

Kendal is another attractive market town about ten miles north and of course not much further on you are in the heart of the Lake District, all within half an hour's drive from Yealand Redmayne.

Rheged (near Penrith)

Rheged is an international award-winning visitor attraction.
Europe's largest grass-covered building and an inspirational day out for all the family.

LOCAL TROUT FISHERIES

Tewitfield Trout Fisheries (2 miles) - Burton Road, Tewitfield, Carnforth, Lancashire LA6 1JH: Tel: 01524 730331 Fax: 01524 782104
Bank House Fishery, Caton (12 miles)
Stocks Reservoir, near Slaidburn (25 miles) - the largest fishery in the North West of England

LOCAL PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK

Yealand Conyers (½ mile)

The New Inn 40 Yealand Road, Yealand Conyers, Carnforth, Lancashire LA5 9SJ

Tel: 01524 732938
Offer a wide range of home cooked fayre that caters for all in either the bar or separate restaurant.
Food served 12noon - 9:30pm daily.

Hale (2 miles)

Kings Arms Hale, Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7BH

Regular pub menu, with a large dining room.
Tel: 01539 563203
Email: email anne_hallam18@yahoo.co.uk

Warton (2 miles)

George Washington Hotel Main Street, Warton, Carnforth, Lancashire LA5 0PJ

Tel: 01524 732 865
Email: yvonne.cole@btconnect.com

Silverdale (2½ miles)

Silverdale Hotel Shore Road, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0TP

Good pub meals.
Tel: 01524 701 206
Fax: 01524 702 258
URL: www.thesilverdalehotel.co.uk

Cinnamon Spice 16A Emesgate Lane, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0RA

Indian restaurant and take-away, open 5.30pm to 11.00pm, 7 days a week.
Tel: 01524 702 117

Silverdale Golf Club Redbridge Lane, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0SP

Non-members are welcome to use the dining facilities in the clubhouse.
Open Tuesdays to Sundays 11.30am to 8.30pm including Sunday roasts (booking preferable) from 1pm to 7.30pm.
Tel: 01524 702 074 Fax: 01524 701 986

Woodlands Hotel Woodlands Drive, Silverdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0RU

Jane & Dave offer a friendly welcome.
Real Ale always available in the bar.
Look out for the Beer Festival in October every year.
Tel: 0871 951 1000

Beetham (3 miles)

The Wheatsheaf - The Wheatsheaf at Beetham, Near Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7AL

Family run local pub with good food.
Tel: +44 (0)15395 62123 - Fax: +44 (0)15395 64840
E-mail: enquiries@wheatsheafbeetham.com
URL: www.wheatsheafbeetham.com/

Arnside (5 miles)

The Heron Cafe 3, The Promenade, Arnside, LA5 0HF

Tel: 01524 762 482
Great food in a friendly atmosphere with superb views.
Good value meals include a 3 course special menu with discounts for senior citizens.
Take your own wine, if you want to.