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Visit Sizergh car-free
It’s easy to get to Sizergh car-free. There are frequent direct buses from: Kendal (15 mins), Grange-over-Sands (15 mins) Windermere (40 mins), Ulverston (45 mins), Ambleside (60 mins) and Lancaster (65 mins). It’s then a 20-minute stroll to the castle.
Direct trains run to Kendal from: Oxenholme (5 mins), Windermere (15 mins), Lancaster (25 mins), Preston (40 mins) and Manchester (90 mins).
Check our recommended route for step-by-step directions and use our journey planner to get the best route from where you are.
Free hot drink when you arrive by bus and show a valid bus ticket in the café – find out more.
National Route 70 runs along beside the sea from Barrow-in-Furness and Grange-over-Sands to Windermere via Kendal and passes by the main gate, as does the Lakes and Dales Loop. From Kendal, take National Route 6 to meet National Cycle Route 70. Plan your cycle route here – Oxenholme is the easiest station to cycle from.
You can also cycle on back lanes from Arnside station (which is on the scenic Furness Line). Electric bike hire is available at Arnside Train Station and Sizergh from summer 2023 with EaseERide.
The Lake District Boundary Walk passes near the pedestrian entrance, see the Sizergh Wildlife Walk map for details. The Kendal to Lancaster Canal Walk is also nearby. There’s also a network of local paths: Levens (1.3miles/30mins), Brigsteer (1.3miles/30mins), Kendal (3.25miles/1hr 45mins).
Oxenholme Taxis, Theo’s Taxis, or Blue Star Taxis in Kendal.
Various bargain tickets are available for getting around the Lake District by train or bus.
A group of 3 or more people travelling together by train can save money with a GroupSave ticket.
Here’s some information on access to attractions, buses and trains in the UK. And here is Sizergh’s access information. You can hire a Tramper all-terrain mobility scooter at Sizergh. 50% off entry to Sizergh for group visits by disability charities and groups registered with the Link Pass scheme.
All these routes to Sizergh take you through some beautiful Lakeland scenery, including the Lakes Connection bus, the Lakes Line and Furness Line trains.
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Getting to Sizergh car-free
Here's our recommended route to Sizergh. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
From Kendal by bus
Bus 555 and bus X6 from Kendal stop close to Sizergh. Bus 555 leaves Kendal Bus Station (Stand F) every half hour in Summer (fewer on Sundays and in Winter) and Bus X6 (Stand C) runs hourly (fewer on Sundays). The journey takes 15 minutes. Jump off at the stop after the roundabout.
From the bus stop it’s pleasant a 20-minute stroll along Nannypie Lane and through the grounds to Sizergh. Our journey planner will show you the way.
From Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick by bus
Bus 555 runs direct from Windermere train station (50 mins), Ambleside (70 mins), Grasmere and Keswick to Sizergh. Buses run every half hour in Summer (fewer on Sundays and in Winter). The journey takes about 45 minutes from Windermere. Hop off at the stop after the roundabout.
From the bus stop it’s pleasant a 20-minute stroll along Nannypie Lane and through the grounds to Sizergh. Our journey planner will show you the way.
From Ulverston and Grange-over-Sands by bus
Bus X6 from Ulverston (45 mins) and Grange-over-Sands (15 mins) stops close to Sizergh. Buses run hourly (fewer on Sundays). The bus starts from Barrow-in-Furness (90 mins).
Get off at the Brettargh Holt stop (after the Heaves Hotel stop, before the roundabout) – ask the driver or follow your journey on google maps.
From the bus stop it’s pleasant a 20-minute stroll along Nannypie Lane and through the grounds to Sizergh. Our journey planner will show you the way.
From Lancaster by bus
Bus 555 from Lancaster stops close to Sizergh. Buses leave Lancaster Bus Station (Stop 15) every half hour in Summer (fewer on Sundays and in Winter). The journey takes 65 minutes.
Jump off at the Brettargh Holt stop (after the Heaves Hotel stop, before the roundabout) – ask the driver or follow your journey on google maps.
By train from further afield
There are direct trains to Kendal from Windermere (15 mins), Oxenholme (5 mins), Lancaster (25 mins), Preston (40 mins), Bolton and Manchester (90 mins). There also are connections at Oxenholme from Glasgow, Carlisle, Crewe Birmingham and London.
There are also direct trains to Grange-over-Sand from Lancaster, Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle via the scenic Cumbrian Coast Line.
Bus X6 runs hourly (fewer on Sundays) from Kendal and Grange-over-Sands stations, stopping near Sizergh – see above for details.
By train and bike via Arnside
There are direct trains to Arnside from Barrow-in-Furness (40 mins), Lancaster (20 mins), Preston (40 mins) and Manchester Piccadilly (80 mins).
From Arnside station it’s a scenic ride along back country lanes to Sizergh. The 8-mile ride takes between about an hour and an hour and half – here’s the route.
From summer 2023 you’ll be able to hire electric bikes from Arnside station or Sizergh and cycle between the two – no sweat – more details soon…
About Sizergh
Beautiful medieval house with rich gardens and estate. Visits to the house include a new film about the amazing Strickland family “One House, One Family, 800 Years” and the internationally recognised Inlaid Chamber. The listed Cumbrian garden includes colourful herbaceous border, working kitchen garden, apple orchard and limestone rock garden. Miles of walking trails across a 1,600-acre estate containing wetlands, limestone pasture, ancient woodland, farmland and orchards. New access for all path with tramper vehicles for hire. Contemporary café open every day serving hot meals, drinks and snacks using seasonal produce grown in the garden. Wild play area with climbing wall, balance beams and rope swing. Shop selling locally made products, home accessories, sweets, plants, toys and gifts.
For any queries about visiting contact Sizergh on 01539560951 or sizergh@nationaltrust.org.uk
Address: Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8DZ. Visit Website