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Directions to Gilpin Lodge

From the North or South

Map of the local areaLeave the M6 at junction 36. Take the A590 dual carriageway, which becomes the A591, following signs for 'South Lakes'.

At the roundabout just north of Kendal, take the first exit - which is the B5284, signposted 'Hawkshead via Ferry and Crook'.

Gilpin Lodge is 5 miles along there on the right hand side, clearly signposted on the road.

Directions from Manchester Airport

Join the M56 (westbound) at Junction 5, and then turn onto the M6 northbound at Junction 19. Leave the M6 at junction 36. Take the A590 dual carriageway, which becomes the A591, following signs for 'South Lakes'.

At the roundabout just north of Kendal, take the first exit - which is the B5284, signposted 'Hawkshead via Ferry and Crook'. Gilpin Lodge is 5 miles along there on the right hand side, clearly signposted on the road.

By Train

If you are travelling by rail to Oxenholme (Kendal) or Windermere train stations, we are just 10-15 minutes away via taxi.

Distances from the Main Airports

  Distance      Journey Time   
Manchester Airport      88 miles1hr 20mins
Liverpool Airport      93 miles1hr 25mins
Birmingham Airport      165 miles2hr 25mins
Glasgow Airport      160 miles2hr 30mins
Edinburgh Airport      143 miles2hr 30mins
London Gatwick Airport      301 miles4hr 15mins
London Heathrow Airport      268 miles3hr 50mins
London Stanstead Airport      276 miles4hr 00mins

Please telephone or email if you would like further directions.