The Loft, Cartmel

05/08/2024

It’s so lovely when people who come to stay, love the place as much as we do ❤️ Rogan & Co

24/07/2024

Our Mabel - a shoo in for the August races 😂👍🏼🏇🏽

13/07/2024

Today’s the day when the Good Eggs of the village clear the beck of harmful vegetation. They do this every year, to keep the water clear of poisonous hemlock and the like… hence the need for rubber gloves!

15/06/2024

Hands down my husband’s fave shop in the Lake District!!! We’ve been stopping here for years and years. Do make sure you try some… the queue is really worth it ! Grasmere Gingerbread And it’s such a lovely spot to wander. (The walk upto Easedale Tarn, on the previous post, starts just up the lane!)

12/06/2024

Parked in Grasmere and went on an old favourite route today. Sour Milk Ghyll and around Easedale Tarn. All the rain has at least meant the waterfalls are still lush! Our grand dog Mabel loved it !

11/06/2024

Catch a train from Cark to Arnside. Listen for the tidal ho***rs and watch the sea roll in. It’s an amazing journey, for one so short. We sat on the jetty with coffee and cake. Then sauntered along the coastal path. So lovely and tranquil.

30/05/2024

Really hoping to see more blue skies! …tho whatever the weather, this tree behind the Priory, is always magnificent. 🌳

27/05/2024

Fingers crossed for the weather !

Thank you to all those who joined us for our season opener yesterday. We hope you didn't forget the suncream! It's race day again tomorrow! 🎉

We are all set for our Whit Bank Holiday Monday meet!

Gates Open: 9:00am / Restaurants open from 11:30am

🎫 Tickets available at the gate (Card payments only)
🚗 Free parking available (Follow signs for Course / Public Parking)
👪 Under 18s go free
🎡 Funfair
🐕 Dogs welcome on leads
🏇 First Race: 14:20pm
🏇 Last Race: 17:45pm

You can find more information on our website, including a map of the course > https://bit.ly/3QGoezm

24/04/2024

Bluebells behind the racecourse 😍❤️

14/04/2024

And…. another lovely review ❤️🏡🏞️ Follow the links on our page for availability. Or contact Alison direct 😊 07776184786

11/04/2024

Another lovely review ❤️🏡🏞️ Follow the links on our page for availability. Or contact Alison direct 😊 07776184786

10/04/2024

This will be lots of fun !

Heads-up!

07/04/2024

Muddy! Occasionally wet underfoot! But look at those glorious blue skies… and with the wind drying things out, it’s wonderful walking weather. (And still plenty of puddles to wash your boots in!)

29/03/2024

It’s looking mighty fine this morning! Happy Easter whatever you’re doing this weekend, and scroll down to see the mad offer on our place available from Monday.

28/03/2024

**CANCELLATION** Easter Monday to Friday. 4nights. Last minute unexpected availability. £350 for two people.
Unbeatable location. Parking. Can accommodate 4people. Contact Alison for more details 07776184786

27/03/2024

Just a 45min stroll away….

The Garden of the Year Award, sponsored by Christie's, recognises the importance of some of the country’s most spectacular gardens with outstanding horticultural and public appeal. Vote below for your favourite garden.

27/03/2024

22/03/2024

Holker Hall and Gardens is open!

This weekend our Head Gardener, Matthew, will be at the Cascades at 2pm on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th March to talk about the Cascade and answer any questions.

Will we see you there?

Visit us from 10am - 5pm, Wednesday - Sunday.

For more information on what's on at Holker, visit our website https://www.holker.co.uk/

Photo: on Instagram

16/03/2024

Work is well underway on a property left untouched in over a century. You can guess which one it is! Much care is being taken with the renovations as you can imagine, with the regulations governing the listed building in a conservation area. And as for the work involved, putting a new roof on a property on such a narrow street, with traffic still having to get down the lane.... it's really interesting ! Meanwhile, Cartmel goes on as normal.

14/03/2024

👏🏼👏🏼

12/03/2024

Grey skies today make us long for the blue skies .... and our next stay in Cartmel x

09/03/2024

Such a great spot, and always one we recommend! 🍻

It's felt like a long old winter but we're nearly there folks - early-doors pizza and live music starts again in Unsworth's Yard at the end of the month with this brilliant line up:

Good Friday - Ian Bellamy
Easter Saturday - Fiona Hanlon
Easter Sunday - Dave Watson

Friday 5 April - Badman Soul
Saturday 6 April - Cold Harbour Road

Friday 12 April - Dave Watson
Saturday 13 April - David Kay

Friday 19 April - Paul Morris
Saturday 20 April - Socially Awkward

Friday 26 April - Ian Bellamy
Saturday 27 April - Fiona Hanlon

No bookings, just get here early for a good seat!

05/03/2024

Just back from a magnificent dog walk in the glorious Spring sunshine. It’s worth noting that Easter is still available to book. And - there’s no rate increase for the school holidays. Just sayin’ !

24/02/2024

We were lucky enough to be invited to taste, and share opinions of the upcoming new menu at The Cavendish Arms. What a great evening among good friends, and fantastic food. Thanks to Richard English and his team.

28/01/2024

Get yer boots on and set out for brunch or mid walk snack. This is yet another lovely walk from our doorstep … and over to High Newton and to Heft which has fast gained a fab, and well deserved, reputation. This marvellous inn also takes bookings for lunch and dinner.
PS - other routes to get there are available. Just ask Alison for details when you stay!

27/01/2024

January Blueskies!
The Hospice is such a good walk from our doorstep. And the myriad of paths means you’re never stuck for new routes to try every time you visit !!

08/01/2024

Bluetiful! Superb weekend for walking… just glorious !

04/01/2024

It's a new year, and we're one step closer to welcoming everyone back for a new race season! Treat yourself to a fabulous day out that you'll never forget this summer! ☀️🏇

Book your 2024 tickets here > https://bit.ly/41LJus7

28/12/2023

Waking up to this view on Boxing Day. We’ve been here over Christmas and it’s been lush ! Not quite the same weather today; so will have to make do with a fireside drink later instead of a long walk. Now then …. which of the pub firesides to choose in the village …. Hope everyone is having a lovely festive season x

21/12/2023

New Year's Eve. Always a blast. The Loft is unexpectedly available from 27th Dec. Minimum 4night stay, and conditions apply. Welcome in the New Year in your own style, in the Square. Stay in, or go out late. You don't need to make a fuss to make it really memorable. Contact Alison for details 07776 184786