Lune Valley
The River Lune in Lancashire stretches from Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, through the northern edge of the Forest of Bowland, via Lancaster before entering Morecambe Bay at Glasson Dock. The area known as the Lune Valley is the 15-20 mile stretch from Kirkby Lonsdale to Lancaster which passes through spectacular countryside with unspolit villages and acres of green pasture and woodland, perfect for walking, cycling or just relaxing.
You can discover the area’s pastoral beauty on the famed Lunesdale Walk, a 37-mile, three day jaunt that’s perfect for a long weekend. Alternatively, try the Lune Valley Ramble from Lancaster to Kirkby Lonsdale which is only 16.5 miles long. However little time you spend here you’ll be able to appreciate the area’s breathtaking natural delights. Why not enjoy a picnic at Crook 'O' Lune, a shepherd’s crook-shaped bend in the river from which you can drink in sweeping views of the Lune Valley and River? This is the exact spot that inspired JMW Turner to paint one of his rustic masterpieces. The Lune Valley is also home to an abundance of charming stone villages. Stop by the coaching hamlet of Hornby to see its imposing Grade-I listed Castle dating back to the 12th or 13th century or head to Wray, the Scarecrow capital of Lancashire!
Get snap happy at Gressingham Bridge, one of the finest viewpoints along the River Lune. The medieval Devil’s Bridge at Kirkby Lonsdale dates back to the 14th century is another great view point. Visit the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on a Thursday to browse the local market. Call ahead to visit the Tobilane Designs Toy Workshop, where you can watch traditional new toys being made or antique rocking horses being repaired – a delight for kids and adults alike.
Gressingham and Hornby are approx 4 miles from Capernwray House, Wray approx 6 miles, Crook 'o' lune approx 8 miles
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