KENDAL VISION - INSPIRATION FOR CHANGE IN KENDAL

The landscape morphology, surrounding hills, river setting and weather, each contribute to Kendal’s distinctive character. Dramatic landscape elements impact the everyday experience of the town, with hills, sky and water influencing every movement and engagement. You can move quickly from the flat expanse of the flood plain, crossing Gooseholme, to Beast Banks on the valley side. Wherever you are in Kendal you have glimpses of the surrounding hills and the castle atop a drumlin. Local people know the landscape of their town perhaps better than those anywhere. Right: The flood plain and contours of the surrounding hills define the character of the town. The skies and the reflection of the weather in the river is central to the experience of Kendal. The mercurial river rises and falls, changing from placid to a torrent in just a few hours. Image: Courtesy of Kendal Futures The castle is a popular destination for dog walkers, ramblers and runners. Image: Courtesy of Farrer Huxley KENDAL’S LANDSCAPE KENDAL VISION 2020 | THE PLACE 12