In reply to subtle:
Fell Bar for nice beer
Brewery Arts Centre for a film / entertainment
The Moon for a nice meal
Mumbai for a nice curry
Method for cool daytime food and coffee
Abbott Hall for whatever exhibition is on
Whilst I live in, and love, Kendal, it isn’t that exciting if you’re not combining with climbing walking etc (IMHO) but it’s not a bad place to mooch around.
Food and drink offering is a bit shit on the whole, so don’t get excited about being knocked out by an amazing, artisan F&B offering, because there isn’t one.
You can also easily catch the train up to Staveley for hawkshead brewery, eagle and child pub and More bakery.
Have a great time, whatever you decide.
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