"Let us sing now, my brothers and sisters, not to enjoy repose, but to encourage us in our efforts, as a traveller sings. Sing, but keep moving!"
Maps
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Map of southern Lake District, showing our location |
Map of local district, showing our location |
By Rail
The most convenient railway station is Grange-over-Sands, with a direct service from Lancaster, Preston, Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport. Taxis are available at the station. See "Useful Links" for timetable details.
By Car
If travelling from North or South, leave the M6 at Junction 36, and take the A590 signposted "Barrow-in-Furness".
If travelling from the East along the A65, continue onto the A590 signposted "Barrow-in-Furness".
After about 3 miles, take the exit to the left, still signposted A590. After a further 8 miles, at the roundabout turn left onto the B5277 to Grange. After 4 more miles you will come to the centre of Grange-over-Sands. Go through the town, taking the first turning (slightly left) at the mini-roundabout, and then continue out of town on the B5277. In 2 more miles you will come to the village of Allithwaite. At the "Guide over Sands" Public House, turn right. After 200 yards, turn left into Vicarage Lane, which is also signposted "Boarbank". Continue into Boarbank Lane. At the T-junction at the end, turn left and immediately right, and Boarbank Hall is a further 300 yards ahead.
Please use the car parks provided, except for loading and unloading, or in case of disability.
If using AA or RAC route planners on the Web (see "Useful Links"), our postcode is LA11 7NH.
If using a GPS satellite system, our car park is at N54 10'49" W002 57'11".