What to do in Carnforth

Activities, attractions and tours

Carnforth
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What to do in Carnforth

Popular places to visit

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

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You can take time to visit The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail during your travels to Ingleton. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve, a lovely green space in Carnforth. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve
White Scar Cave

White Scar Cave

Explore the great outdoors at White Scar Cave, a lovely green space in Ingleton. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

White Scar Cave

Ribblehead Viaduct

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Carnforth when you take a trip to Ribblehead Viaduct. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Ribblehead Viaduct

The Enchanted Chocolate Mine

Enjoy an outing to The Enchanted Chocolate Mine during your stay in Kirkby Lonsdale. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

The Enchanted Chocolate Mine

Ingleborough

You can learn about the history of Carnforth with a trip to Ingleborough. Wander the lakeside in this romantic area.

Ingleborough

Carnforth Station Heritage Centre

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Carnforth Station Heritage Centre in Carnforth. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Carnforth Station Heritage Centre

Leighton Hall

You can learn about the history of Carnforth with a trip to Leighton Hall. Attend a sporting event or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Leighton Hall

Ingleborough National Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Ingleborough National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Carnforth. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Ingleborough National Nature Reserve

Day trip destinations from Carnforth

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Kirkby Lonsdale

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Arnside

Photo "Leck" by Ian Taylor (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ian Taylor (CC BY-SA)

Leck

Photo by Kathy Appleby

Arkholme

Photo "Gearstones" by John S Turner (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by John S Turner (CC BY-SA)

Gearstones

Frequently asked questions

Is Carnforth worth visiting?
With a mix of walking trails and cycling, there's no shortage of things to do in Carnforth. While you're here, visit Morecambe Beach, a leading attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Carnforth?
Morecambe Beach and Lancaster Castle are two excellent places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Carnforth while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Carnforth?
The top tourist attraction in Carnforth is Morecambe Beach, so make sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Carnforth?
Three days will give you time to check out some popular city highlights, like Morecambe Beach, Lancaster Castle and The Platform. The average stay in Carnforth is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your break, Windermere isn't far away.
Is Carnforth a walkable city?
It comes down to what you'd like to do and see in Carnforth. Several leading attractions, like Carnforth Station Heritage Centre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around one of Carnforth's vibrant neighbourhoods, Borwick is 3 kilometers away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Carnforth with kids?
If you are after sights and tours for all ages, have a look at these fantastic ideas for what to do in Carnforth with kids.

What to do in Carnforth for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Carnforth, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Lancaster Brewery or The Dukes.
Are there free things to do in Carnforth?
From visiting parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Carnforth. If you're in need of ideas, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Morecambe Beach is a top spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing activities.