Milnthorpe

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Bridge in Dallam Park, Milnthorpe, Cumbria passing over the river Bela on a sunny evening
Bridge in Dallam Park, Milnthorpe, Cumbria passing over the river Bela on a sunny evening
Bridge in Dallam Park, Milnthorpe, Cumbria passing over the river Bela on a sunny evening
Bridge in Dallam Park, Milnthorpe, Cumbria passing over the river Bela on a sunny evening
Heron Corn Mill Beetham Milnthorpe Lancs Water-powered corn mill, with attached grain dryer and water supply mechanism and launder. Late C18 or earlier, remodelled and enlarged C19, restored as a museum in 1975. Rubble stone, slobbered, with a slate roof laid to diminishing courses. PLAN: L-shaped complex with main mill range aligned parallel to the River Bela, and ancillary range at right angles to the north-west. EXTERIOR: River frontage to south-east with dressed stone plinth and semi circular arch-headed double doorway to lower level. 3 multi-pane upper floor windows with flat-arched heads. Wide south-east gable with timber launder leading from sluice gates with rack and pinion mechanisms. Narrow extension to north-west incorporates corn drying kiln with roof louvre. Single bay north-east elevation with a C20 window frame to each floor and a board door. INTERIOR: The restoration of the mill interior was completed in 1975, and contains a Lowder stone frame on the stone floor and complete associated machinery, driven by a 14ft overshot water wheel. Line shafting in the attic powers the sack hoist which raises grain to the highest part of the building, to be delivered by gravity onto the 4 pairs of millstones below. The roof structure is supported on trusses with curved knee braces to the principles. HISTORY: The mill site is thought to have had medieval origins, rights to erect and run a corn mill having been granted to the Canons of Coningshead in 1220. The present mill operated until 1955. A water-powered corn mill on a mill site established in 1220 and operated until 1955, with a complete and working interior, including a rare survival of a Lowder frame.
The Crooklands, BW Signature Collection

The Crooklands, BW Signature Collection

3 out of 5
Crooklands Milnthorpe Milnthorpe England
The price is P4,534 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
P4,534
P5,441 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milnthorpe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (334 reviews)
Comfy room. Great breakfast. Staff all very friendly. Very clean.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

The Crooklands, BW Signature Collection
The Tavern

The Tavern

4 out of 5
The Tavern Milnthorpe England
The price is P4,544 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P4,544
P5,452 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milnthorpe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park and Fairy Steps ...
9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
This was our second stay at The Tavern and we will most definitely return. The rooms are beautifully decorated and have all the amenities available. This time we stayed in the room with the amazing bath. Sadly we didn’t have chance to use it as only stayed for one night. The breakfast is wonderful ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

The Tavern
Lakes Hotel and Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
Kendal Road Windermere England
The price is P10,253 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
P10,253
P12,304 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,231 reviews)
Fantastic stay definitely recommend, had a great time for my girlfriends birthday they sorted a bouquet of flowers out for me, upgraded our room to the bowness suite a unforgettable stay, staff were very friendly , spa lovely and relaxing and afternoon was perfect in cocktail bar overlooking Windermere ...

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
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Pine Lake Resort

Pine Lake Resort

4 out of 5
Dock Acres Carnforth England
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews)
Yes. Perfect

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Thurnham Hall Resort

Thurnham Hall Resort

4 out of 5
A588 Lancaster England
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,104 reviews)
Amazing resort for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Lovely, spacious and clean accommodation. Tranquil surroundings, cavity drive to local amenities. Health club clean and well maintained. This was our second time staying here.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Thurnham Hall Resort
Kotel Windermere

Kotel Windermere

4.5 out of 5
Lake road Windermere England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews)
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Kotel Windermere
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Popular places to visit

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park during your vacation in Beetham? Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Park

Westmorland County Showground

Learn about the events happening at Westmorland County Showground during your trip to Crooklands. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Westmorland County Showground

Fairy Steps

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fairy Steps during your travels in Beetham. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Fairy Steps
Aerial view of Kendal in Lake District, a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England

Kendal

Heron Corn Mill Beetham Milnthorpe Lancs Water-powered corn mill, with attached grain dryer and water supply mechanism and launder. Late C18 or earlier, remodelled and enlarged C19, restored as a museum in 1975. Rubble stone, slobbered, with a slate roof laid to diminishing courses. PLAN: L-shaped complex with main mill range aligned parallel to the River Bela, and ancillary range at right angles to the north-west. EXTERIOR: River frontage to south-east with dressed stone plinth and semi circular arch-headed double doorway to lower level. 3 multi-pane upper floor windows with flat-arched heads. Wide south-east gable with timber launder leading from sluice gates with rack and pinion mechanisms. Narrow extension to north-west incorporates corn drying kiln with roof louvre. Single bay north-east elevation with a C20 window frame to each floor and a board door. INTERIOR: The restoration of the mill interior was completed in 1975, and contains a Lowder stone frame on the stone floor and complete associated machinery, driven by a 14ft overshot water wheel. Line shafting in the attic powers the sack hoist which raises grain to the highest part of the building, to be delivered by gravity onto the 4 pairs of millstones below. The roof structure is supported on trusses with curved knee braces to the principles. HISTORY: The mill site is thought to have had medieval origins, rights to erect and run a corn mill having been granted to the Canons of Coningshead in 1220. The present mill operated until 1955. A water-powered corn mill on a mill site established in 1220 and operated until 1955, with a complete and working interior, including a rare survival of a Lowder frame.

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