Stormy Sky (detail) by Ann Southward

Stormy Sky (detail) by Ann Southward

Retail Outlets

Throughout the county, Made in Cumbria has a network of more than 20 Partnership Shops, an important part of the development of our craft and gift sector. By creating a 'shop within a shop' our members can find a market for their products through a number of varied outlets.

View a clickable map of all outlets

01 Arnside - Arnside House (Gifts)

Arnside HouseArnside House, 29/30 The Promenade,

Arnside, Carnforth, Cumbria LA5 0HA

T: 01524 761228

E: postittous@googlemail.com

Gifts, confectionery, locally made dairy ice cream alongside a selection of Made in Cumbria gifts. The shop is located at the heart of the Arnside Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, overlooking the old jetty on the banks of the River Kent. A good starting point for guided cross bay walks and renowned for its spectacular sunsets.

Hours: Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm, Sun 10.30-5.30pm or later.

Directions: Just across from the old jetty in Arnside.

02 Backbarrow - Leven Valley Post Office (Cards)

Leven Valley Post Office & General Store
1 Leven Court, Backbarrow, Ulverston LA12 8RD

T: 015395 30887

More information to follow.

Hours: 8am-6pm Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm Sat

03 Beetham - Beetham Village Shop & Tea Rooms (Cards)

Beetham Post OfficeChurch Street, Beetham, Cumbria LA7 7AL

T: 015395 62389

Opposite the early Norman Church in the beautiful village of Beetham you will find the old community post office building, dated 1881, which is also a general convenience store, off license, tea rooms and small gift shop. A range of Made in Cumbria greetings cards are available.

Hours: (winter) Mon, Tues 8.30am-5.30pm, Weds 8.30am-1pm, Thurs, Fri 8.30am-5.30pm, Sat 8.30am-1pm (Summer hours are different, please ring for details).

Directions: Opposite the church in the centre of the village.

04 Borrowdale - Honister Slate Mine (Gifts & Cards)

Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick CA12 5XN

T: 017687 77230

More information to follow.

Hours: Phone for opening hours

05 Bowness on Windermere - the Burnside Hotel (Gifts)

The Burnside at BownessKendal Road, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3EW

T: 015394 44530

The Burnside Hotel has a lovely bar and coffee area housed in a conservatory looking out over Lake Windermere. If you are calling in, the Made In Cumbria showcase in the lobby has a small selection of gifts which can be purchased at the reception desk.

Hours: Hotel hours.

Directions: On the Kendal Road.

06 Carlisle - Southwaite Services, M6 north (Gifts)

Moto logoBroadfield Site, Southwaite, Carlisle, Cumbria CA4 0NT

T: 016974 73476

The gateway services to North Cumbria and Hadrian's Wall features a selected range of popular Cumbrian gifts and craft in the gift shop, including pottery, glassware and fragrances.

Hours: Daily 7am-11pm.

Directions: On the M6 north between J41 and J42. Can be reached from the south side over the footbridge.

07 Carnforth - Burton Services, M6 North (Gifts & Cards)

Moto logoM6 North, Burton in Kendal, Carnforth, Cumbria LA6 1HX

T: 01524 781234

Visit Cumbria's gateway service station featuring a range of Made in Cumbria gifts, including jewellery, ceramics, figurines, Lakeland mementoes (and sheep) from around the county. The gift shop also stocks a delicious range of Cumbrian jams, pickles and confectionery.

Hours: Daily 7am-11pm.

Directions: On the M6 north between junctions 35a and 36.

08 Cartmel - Fieldhead Crafts (Cards)

Institute Building, Devonshire Square, Cartmel, Cumbria LA11 6QD

T: 015395 58651

 

Hours: Daily 10am-5pm

Directions: In the centre of the village, across from the Priory

09 Coniston - Coniston Fudge (Gifts)

Coniston Fudge Co, Unit 4A Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8EW

T: 015394 41937

We stock a wide range of gifts including a fabulous range of Made in Cumbria items. We also have an upstairs gallery featuring the works of local photographers. Taste our delightful homemade fudge or choose from our selection of handmade jams and chutneys.

Hours: Apr - Oct: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm; winter opening times will vary.

10 Coniston - The Post Office (Gifts)

6 Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8DU

T: 015394 41259

A combination of post office and gift shop, where you will find Made in Cumbria jewellery, ceramics and pottery. Don't forget to sample our delicious Coniston Fudge, which is made on the premises.

Hours: April - Oct 9am-5.30pm 7 days per week. (Winter openings will vary.)

11 Hayton - Cumbrian Cottage farm Shop & Tearoom (Gifts)

Gelt House Farm, Hayton, Nr Brampton, Cumbria CA8 9JD

T: 01228 670518 F: 01228 670772

Enjoy the peaceful, spacious surroundings of the Tearoom where you can sample our home produced refreshements including light snacks and cooked meals. Then browse around our well-stocked Farm Shop, which has a range of cheeses, chutneys, sauces, preserves, confectionary, fresh meat and fresh vegetables, together with our own range of delicious ice creams. Parking and easy access for wheel-chairs.

Hours: Mid March-Oct 10am-5pm daily, Nov-mid March 10am-4.30pm daily.

Directions: M6 J43 East onto A69 towards Brampton, on the left hand side after about 5 miles.

12 Ivegill - High Head Sculpture Valley (Gifts & Cards)

High Head Sculpture ValleyHigh Head Farm, Ivegill, Carlisle, CA4 0PJ

T/F: 016974 73552

W: www.highheadsculpturevalley.co.uk

High Head Sculpture Valley displays life size sculptures in wood, stone, iron and bronze, and offers an excellent location for a walk in the glorious Cumbrian countryside. Enjoy a bite to eat in our farmhouse tea room before browsing the gallery's changing exhibitions and range of Made in Cumbria gifts and crafts.

Directions: From the north: M6 J42, towards Dalston. Turn left at Black Lion Pub, Approximate 4 miles turn right at the brown sign. Approximate 3/4 mile look out for sculpture on the left. From the south: M6 J41, towards Wigton (B5305). At Hutton-in-the-Forest turn right. Approximate 5 miles turn left (signposted High Bridge/Stockdalewath). Approximate 3/4 mile look out for sculpture on the left.

13 Kendal - Kendal Library (Cards)

Stricklandgate, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4PY

T: 01539 773520 F: 01539 773544

Stocks a wide range of Made in Cumbria greetings cards.

Hours: Mon & Tues 9.30am-5.30pm; Wed & Fri 9.30am-7pm; Thurs 9.30-1pm; Sat 9am-4pm; Sun 12noon-4pm.

Directions: In the centre of Kendal.

14 Kendal - Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry (Crafts & Cards)

Museum of Lakeland Life and IndustryAbbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 5AL

T: 01539 722464

E: info@lakelandmuseum.org.uk

Enter the museum and step back in time and explore the rich social history and traditional heritage of Cumbria.

The gift shop stocks a range of local craft items, a selection of books on crafts, design, fashion and local history as well as children's books, traditional toys and games.

 

Hours: Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm (4pm Nov-Mar)

Admission: Adults £4.75, Children over 5 and full-time students £3.40, Family £13.60, Gift Shop FREE

Directions: Opposite Abbot Hall Art Museum

15 Low Newton - The Gallery, Yew Tree barn (Arts & Crafts)

WRS Yew Tree Barn, Low Newton, nr Grange-o-Sands, Cumbria LA11 6JP

T: 015395 31498

W: www.yewtreebarn.co.uk

The newly refurbished upstairs at Yew Tree Barn is now home to The Gallery. Find a large, eclectic range of arts and crafts, mainly work by Cumbrian artists, including paintings, sculpture, jewellery, textiles and gifts. The new gallery complements the architectural antiques of Wilson Reclamation Services Ltd (WRS) offering a range of beautiful, unique pieces for interior design.

There are now also a number of studios and workshops situated at the Yew Tree Barn, where you can meet local artists and browse their products, including ceramics by Graham Glynn, jewellery by Silver Forge and photography by Ian Johnson. Also situated at Yew Tree barn is the Hattrick cafe, run by Jane and Sam.

Hours: Open daily.

Directions: Low Newton, on the A590 west towards Barrow-in-Furness, 12 miles from M6 J36.

16 Maryport - The wave Centre (Gifts & Cards)

Irish Street, Maryport, Cumbria CA15 8AD

T: 01900 811450

A vibrant new centre in Maryport.

Hours: Shop/Café: Daily 10am-5pm (Summer); please phone for winter opening hours

17 Penrith - Rheged Centre (Craft & Gift Shop)

Green Jug Set by Interlude CeramicsRedhills, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 ODQ

T: 01768 860061

Offering a wide selection from over 100 Cumbrian makers featuring outdoor clothing, greetings cards, glassware, ceramics, wood ware, pictures, jewellery, toys, Lakeland photography and figurines.

There is also a cafe in the Rheged Centre, alongside a range of other outlets.

 

Hours: Daily 10am-5.30pm (5pm in winter).

Directions: M6 J40 Penrith A66 west. Follow signs to Keswick.

18 Witherslack - Witherslack Community Shop Ltd (Cards)

Witherslack Community Shop Ltd.
Witherslack, Grange-over-Sands LA11 6RH

T: 015395 52188

Local produce, crafts and all the usual larder essentials will now be on sale from the shop, which is open from 7.45am in the morning weekdays and 10 am to 4pm on Saturdays.

Hours: 7.45am-6.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur; 7.45am-12.30 Wed; 7.45am-8pm Fri; 10am-4pm Sat

Directions: Just off the A590 towards Witherslack, on the left hand side by the Derby Arms

19 Wray - Bridgehouse Farm Tea Rooms (Gifts & Cards)

Bridge House FarmBridge House Farm Tea Rooms, Wray, Lancaster, Lancashire LA2 8QP

T: 015242 22496

A mix of local crafts, garden gifts and regional foods, Bridge House Farm will be a year-round destination for a good quality afternoon out! Striking Plants and Horticultural Expertise. Original Crafts and Artwork. Picnic Area and Children’s Playground. Riverside and Woodland Walks.

Hours: Open 6 days a week, Tues-Sun 10am-5pm.

Directions: M6 J34 East onto A683, after about 5 miles turn right towards Wray.