A new website has been launched to showcase the best of Kendal and bring more tourism to the area.

The website, which launched on in Kendal Town Hall on February 16, provides a wide-ranging guide to the town.

Visitors will be able to find advice about outdoor activities and cultural events as well as tips on where to shop, eat and drink.

Martyn Nicholson, chairman of Kendal Futures, said “We were delighted to lead this exciting partnership project to develop the new site.

“The new Kendal website helps us promote the town in a more unified and positive way.

“We hope it will increase the appeal of the town to visitors, businesses and local people and ultimately benefit our wider economy.”

Funding for the new site came from Kendal Town Council, Kendal BID and South Lakeland District Council.

Mayor Stephen Coleman, said, “Kendal Town Council have funded and championed Kendal’s new promotional drive because we believe Kendal has so much to offer both residents and visitors.

“We wanted to showcase our many award winning cultural attractions, fantastic businesses and beautiful green spaces all of which now benefit from an increased presence both online and in leaflet format throughout Cumbria and beyond’.

MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, Tim Farron, said: “Whether you’re looking for tips on where to eat or where to visit, what to see or what to do, this new website is the place to go.

“It will provide a useful guide for visitors to our area and give a welcome boost to tourism in our area and to local businesses.

“My thanks go to the Kendal Town Council, as well as to Kendal BID and the District Council, for making this happen.”

A series of leaflets for visitors were also launched at the event, providing information on the town’s arts offering and festivals and maps for how to experience the best of Kendal on foot.