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Grange-over-Sands Attractions Listed below are attractions in Grange-over-Sands:

Cartmel Priory The village of Cartmel, close to Grange-over-Sands, grew up around the twelfth century Priory church which, according to legend, was built between two parallel streams in response to a ’heavenly...   [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]         Cartmel Priory Guided Tours This 12th Century priory has experienced an exciting history and visitors will be shown how this Christian church founded in 1188 has developed over the years. The daily routine...   [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]         Grange Ornamental Gardens In 1865 this piece of land was leased from Benjamin Hall to Alexander Brogden for 21 years, to form an ornamental garden. When the lease expired in 1886, Grange Council...   [ More Information ]         Grange Promenade Between the Edwardian town of Grange-over-Sands and the Morecambe Bay estuary is a promenade that stretches from Grange railway station for approximately one mile. "The prom" offers a leisurely...   [ More Information ]         Grange Railway Station Grange Railway Station has been restored to its former Victorian grandeur. It is situated on the Furness Line and offers direct access to and from Manchester Airport. It was designed...   [ More Information ]         Hampsfell Hospice Built in 1846 by the vicar of Cartmel, Hampsfell Hospice has provided shelter for travellers ever since. Just a half hour’s walk from from Grange, the Hospice boasts an outstanding...   [ More Information ]         Humphrey Head Humphrey Head is the tallest limestone cliff in Cumbria and from here you can enjoy a fabulous panorama across Morecambe Bay, just three miles south of Grange-over-Sands, Humphrey Head juts...   [ More Information ]         Normandy Veterans Memorial Gardens, The This area known as "Sunken Gardens" is thought to be the most historic place in Grange-over-Sands. Grange is thought to take its name from a French word "graunge" meaning "granary",...   [ More Information ]

Lakeland Miniature Village   (Approx 3 Miles) A fascinating insight into the buildings of Lakeland’s yesteryear made from local Coniston slate. These miniature buildings depict Cumbrian houses (including such classics as Hill Top, the home of Beatrix... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Cartmel Racecourse   (Approx 3 Miles) Picturesque Cartmel Racecourse, part of the Holker Estate, is situated on the edge of the Lake District and stages just seven National Hunt (jump) race meetings a year. A three-day... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Ducky’s Park Farm   (Approx 3 Miles) Ducky’s Park Farm offers a fun and educational day out for families and school parties. In addition to a mini go-kart track, outdoor bouncy castle and indoor play area, the... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Arnside Tower   (Approx 4 Miles) Built in the late 14th Century, Arnside Tower is the oldest building in the area. After centuries of erosion and subjugation to a brutal storm in 1884 this pele tower... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Arnside Knott   (Approx 5 Miles) Arnside Knott is a limestone hill on the edge of Arnside that rises to 159 metres above sea leve (522ft). Now owned by the National Trust, the area is... [ More Information ]       Arnside Shore   (Approx 5 Miles) Arnside’s beautiful shoreline offers an array of relaxing walks and stunning views to all visitors. The shore faces the Lakes and Grange to the North-West and West, and on a... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Conishead Priory   (Approx 7 Miles) Conishead Priory is situated on the edge of Ulverston in South Cumbria. A Victorian mansion now stands on the site of the medieval Priory, and it is now a... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Bardsea Country Park   (Approx 8 Miles) Bardsea Country Park, a beautiful wild location on the north side of Morecambe Bay, it’s large woodland area reaching down to almost by the sea. It’s an idea place for... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Lakeland Wildlife Oasis   (Approx 8 Miles) Lakeland Wildlife Oasis is a unique and exciting blend of exotic wildlife and interactive hands-on displays which take you through the animal kingdom from magic molecules to mischievous monkeys. Exhibits... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Fell Foot Country Park   (Approx 9 Miles) Come and explore this Vicotrian park on the east shore of Lake Windermere. It’s a great place for the family, with boat hire, children’s activities and adventure play area.... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Lakes Glass Centre, The   (Approx 9 Miles) The Lakes Glass centre offers a unique opportunity to visit two working glass factories in one convenient location. Cumbria Crystal produces high quality full lead crystal tableware and giftware whilst... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]       Heron Theatre   (Approx 9 Miles) As a converted 18th Century grammar school this building entertains Heron Theatre members and the general public with plays, music, films, lectures and more. The Heron Theatre is part of... [ More Information ]    [ Location Map ]

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