Parking in Kendal is best found in central Pay & Display car parks such as the Westmorland Shopping Centre, Blackhall Road, Library Road, or Dowker's Lane. For shorter stays, Booths (1 hr free, up to 4 hrs) and Sainsbury's are convenient options, while Kendal Leisure Centre offers pre-bookable spaces.
A locked garage or locked compound are the best options for keeping your vehicle safe overnight. Adding secure measures to your home, like a doorbell with CCTV or another type of security camera attached to your property, can also deter thieves or provide evidence for you if there is a theft.
Where To Park For Kendal Castle? Parking is available on the streets close by to the castle. You can park on Parr Street and the castle is a short walk from there. I love the great outdoors and have been a National Trust & English Heritage member for years.
We offer free parking at the majority of our stores, but time is limited for a maximum duration. This can differ depending on where the store is located, please see signs in the car parks for more information or speak to the staff in store who will be more than happy to help.
The Morrisons "£10 rule" is a loyalty perk for More Card members: spend £10 or more in a single in-store shop, scan your card, and you receive a voucher for a free refillable hot drink (like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate) at a Morrisons Café, redeemable within seven days, excluding takeaway or Morrisons Daily locations. This promotion offers a nice bonus for regular shoppers, though it's important to note restrictions like the single-use voucher, the 7-day limit, and exclusions for certain store types or online purchases.
Parts of the walk alongside the river Kent have steep ground adjacent to the path, and care should be taken to stay on the path. Parts of the trail can be muddy after rain, so we recommend sturdy footwear.
Kendal has two main market days: the general outdoor market runs every Wednesday and Saturday, while the popular Farmers' Market is held on the second and last Friday of each month in the Market Place, featuring local produce, crafts, and food. While the outdoor stalls are active, the Indoor Market Hall is currently closed for major redevelopment as part of the Heart of Kendal project.
When it rains in Kendal, you can explore museums like the Quaker Tapestry or Kendal Museum, catch a film or show at Brewery Arts, shop at Westmorland Centre or independent stores, visit Lakeland Climbing Centre for active fun, or enjoy tastings at The Lakes Distillery (nearby) for a cosy, indoor day out.
"Free parking day" isn't a universal holiday but refers to local council schemes, often on Sundays, Bank Holidays, or specific evenings/weekends (like after 6 PM or for a few hours on Saturday) in various cities (e.g., York, Bedford, Southampton), with specific rules like Blue Badge holder exemptions or mandatory ticket display even for free periods. To find free parking, check your local council's transport/parking website for specific dates and locations, as rules vary significantly.
Over-sixties can also enjoy a £10 Afternoon Meal Deal featuring fish & chips, bread with butter, any slice of cake and hot drink, available from 12pm onwards every day (saving them up to £3.25). Morrisons proudly operates 344 Cafés nationwide and is one of the top destinations for affordable in-store dining.
