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About Yealand Conyers
This delightful village tucked away in the far north of the county is thought to have been mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086. It is a treasure-trove of picturesque stone-built houses and cottages, all fine examples of traditional architecture, typical of the region.
An early Meeting House is evocative of the 17th-century when George Fox (1624-1691) founded the Quaker movement. He came to Lancashire to preach in 1652. His visits resulted in a strong Quaker movement in Yealand Conyers and surrounding districts. The Meeting House and its burial ground remain in constant use to this day. Another interesting building is the atmospheric, ivy clad, New Inn built during the 1600's. It has lovely oak beams and a large open fire-place, local legend tells us that the inn is supposedly haunted!
The RSPB Leighton Moss Nature Reserve is within easy reach. This is the largest remaining reedbed in north-west England, it attracts a wonderful range of wildlife including rare birds, roe and red deer. There is a visitors centre with a fascinating range of displays and both the long and short nature trails are quite beautiful as well as being lively and informative for all visitors. Also close to Yealand Conyers is Leighton Hall, with its romantic confection of gables and turrets, which was home to the famous Gillow furniture making family. The hall, built around 1760 is set in around 80 acres of stunning English parkland and perfectly reflects the artistry of Richard Gillow, who bought the estate in 1826.
This lovely village makes a pleasant day out or is ideal as a touring centre from which to explore moors and coast. It is rich in history, with churches, romantic ruins, castles and stately homes. Yealand Conyers is in the midst of an area of outstanding natural beauty with eye catching views in every direction.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
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Recommended attractions near Yealand Conyers
| Warton Old Rectory | (1.6 miles, 2.6 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Arnside Tower | (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Hutton Roof Crags | (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Hornby Castle | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Levens Hall Garden | (6.4 miles, 10.4 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Thurland Castle | (6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Cartmel Priory | (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Lancaster Castle | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Sizergh Castle | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Ashton Memorial | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Lancaster Cathedral | (8.3 miles, 13.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Holker Hall | (9.4 miles, 15.2 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Fell Foot Park | (10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Aquarium of the Lakes, Newby Bridge | (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Lune River Lighthouse | (12.0 miles, 19.3 km, direction S) | Pictures |
All attractions in Yealand ConyersAll attractions in LancashireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Yealand Conyers
Warton, in the county of Lancashire (1.3 miles, 2.0 km, direction S)
Warton is a pleasant village to visit. Interestingly, it is in a site considered to be of special scientific interest, quite possibly the home of early man.
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Capernwray, in the county of Lancashire (2.5 miles, 4.0 km, direction SE)
There is a lovely timeless atmosphere surrounding this old Lancashire village, maybe this is caused by the gracious properties hidden amongst the leafy lanes of the area.
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Silverdale, in the county of Lancashire (2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction W)
The village of Silverdale once sat on the River Kent, but in the 1920's the river changed its course to reach the sea further...
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Arnside, in the county of Cumbria (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction NW)
This pretty village has all the ingredients of an old style fishing village with a delightful mix-match of charming properties rising up from a beach of firm golden sand littered with colourful sailing boats.
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Hest Bank, in the county of Lancashire (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction SW)
Hest Bank makes an interesting alternative to crowded Morecambe, it is ideal as a base for touring coast and the old cotton towns of Lancashire.
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Halton, in the county of Lancashire (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction S)
This is a peaceful hillside village beside the picturesque River Lune. It has rising, winding streets with a delightful mix-match of cottages hiding behind old grey-stone walls.
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Hornby, a Picturesque Village in the county of Lancashire (6.2 miles, 9.9 km, direction SE)
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Grange-over-Sands, in the county of Cumbria (6.5 miles, 10.4 km, direction W)
The town is backed by beautiful woodland and overlooks the vast expanse of Morecombe Bay.
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Allithwaite, in the county of Cumbria (7.4 miles, 11.9 km, direction W)
Allithwaite is a small village situated a couple of miles inland from the favoured resort of Grange-over-Sands. It is also within easy reach of Cartmel with its racecourse and old priory.
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Morecambe, in the county of Lancashire (7.6 miles, 12.3 km, direction SW)
Morecambe has always been one of the most popular and successful seaside resorts in England. It has one of the most spectacular...
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Cartmel, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cumbria (8.1 miles, 13.0 km, direction W)
Cartmel's village square is surrounded by old shops, pubs and a 14th century gatehouse owned by the National Trust.
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Lancaster, in the county of Lancashire (8.4 miles, 13.5 km, direction S)
This is a city which long ago lost it's grim clogs and mill image to give way to a fast growing city with a fine reputation as a centre of commerce and culture where bright, modern University buildings sit comfortably with Lancaster's historic areas.
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Kendal, a Historic Market Town in the county of Cumbria (11.3 miles, 18.2 km, direction N)
Sometimes referred to 'the auld grey town' because it was built mainly of grey stone, Kendal is a large Market town in the east...
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Ingleton, a Picturesque Village in the county of North Yorkshire (11.6 miles, 18.7 km, direction E)
Ingleton thrives as a centre for those who take pleasure in exploring the vast underworld to be discovered beneath the limestone hills of this glorious scenic region.
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Ulverston, a Historic Market Town in the county of Cumbria (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction W)
Old town and port with cobbled streets and a pretty market square. It is surrounded by the Furness fells, Coniston Water, Lake...
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All towns in LancashireComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| M6 Junction 35A | (1.6 miles, 2.5 km, direction S) |
| Silverdale Station | (1.7 miles, 2.7 km, direction W) |
| Carnforth Station | (2.3 miles, 3.8 km, direction S) |
| M6 Junction 35 | (2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction S) |
| Blackpool Airport | (29.2 miles, 47.0 km, direction SW) |
| Leeds Bradford International Airport | (49.1 miles, 79.0 km, direction SE) |
| Yealand Conyers to London | (214.2 miles, 344.6 km, direction SE) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Yealand Conyers
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Yealand Conyers center |
| Slyne Lodge | (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction S) |
| Cumbria Grand Hotel | (6.1 miles, 9.7 km, direction NW) |
| Grange Hotel | (6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction W) |
| Hampsfell House Hotel - Non Smoking | (6.4 miles, 10.3 km, direction W) |
| St. Winifreds Hotel | (6.6 miles, 10.7 km, direction SW) |
| Lancaster Holiday Inn | (6.6 miles, 10.7 km, direction S) |
| Graythwaite Manor Hotel | (6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction W) |
| The Elms Hotel | (6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction SW) |
| Sun Inn | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction E) |
| Aynsome Manor Hotel | (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction W) |
| All hotels in Yealand Conyers |