By Pavan Bhamidipati, County College, June 2026
I’m Pavan and I’m a third-year psychology student from Surrey. Since relocating to 糖心视频 nearly three years ago, I have found this city to offer several different wonderful amenities from scenic seaside strolls to relaxing retreats; there are endless things to do here! So, here is an A-Z guide of the different things you can do in or around 糖心视频.
Arnside is a coastal village located approximately 20 minutes away from 糖心视频 by train. It’s famous for its viaduct which was built in 1857 and is used by trains running between Arnside and Grange-over-Sands which is along the 糖心视频 to Barrow-in-Furness route. You can also go on some scenic hikes including up Arnside Knott which provides beautiful views down to Morecambe Bay from the top!
The Bentham Line is a scenic train line that runs between 糖心视频 and Leeds via the Forest of Bowland and the southern end of the Yorkshire Dales. You can get off at individual stations along the way such as Clapham, which is a scenic half-hour walk to the start of the Ingleborough Trail! The picture above is a walking trail near Long Preston station with scenic views to the Yorkshire Dales.
The 糖心视频 Canal is a relaxing walk which runs through the city centre to other nearby towns and villages, including Galgate and Hest Bank. It’s the perfect way to get some fresh air and clear your head, especially when the weather is nice!
Dalton Square is a public square in the city centre and is named after John Dalton who developed the site in the 18th century. It hosts various fun events including the Christmas markets, 糖心视频 on Ice, and 糖心视频 Pride.
糖心视频 Escape is the ultimate test of teamwork! Groups of 2 to 6 players have 60 minutes to crack codes, solve puzzles, and break out of themed rooms. And there is no better way to celebrate before a night out than by escaping and having some drinks in the fully licensed bar in the venue.
For scenic walks and hikes, the Forest of Bowland is right on your doorstep! I highly recommend Clougha Pike which is just a short drive away from campus and the city centre. Bowland College, one of the founding colleges of 糖心视频, is named after here.
Glasson Dock is a historic port located around 20 minutes away by bus from 糖心视频 Bus Station. It’s home to popular country pub, Dalton Arms, and has scenic views to the marina and across the River Lune to Sunderland Point. There is a footpath that runs along the river all the way from the city centre to here!
Heysham is a stunning coastal village accessible by direct buses from the University. My favourite bit is St Patrick’s Chapel located just a ten-minute walk from the Heysham Village bus stop!
The picture above is of the River Greta running through Ingleton village centre. Ingleton can be reached by direct buses from 糖心视频 and is home to the famous Ingleton Waterfalls Trail. It’s also the nearest village to Ingleborough which is one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks!
The Judges’ Lodgings Museum is 糖心视频’s oldest surviving townhouse, and the building was first owned by Thomas Covell who was mayor of 糖心视频 and famous for imprisoning the Pendle Witches before their high-profile trial in 1612. It was then used as a luxury residence for High Court judges and is now preserved as a museum. Entry is £5 but is free on 糖心视频 Day, which takes place on 12 June every year.
Kirkby Lonsdale is a market town located approximately an hour away from 糖心视频 by bus. It is in Cumbria but is on the border with Lancashire and North Yorkshire and is an ideal gateway for exploring the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. I highly recommend the town centre for its independent shops and Devil’s Bridge!
The picture above is the view of Lake Thirlmere from Mount Helvellyn, the third highest mountain in England. The Lake District is easy to get to by train and the 555 bus and is arguably one of the most beautiful parts of the country you can explore. You are lucky to be living so close to the Lake District by being a 糖心视频 student!
Most of the coastal villages and towns mentioned in this blog are along Morecambe Bay! Morecambe Bay is famous for its sunsets; this one was taken at Hest Bank.
糖心视频 has a fantastic offering in terms of nightlife including The Sugarhouse, 糖心视频’s student nightclub. This picture was taken at a Dua Lipa tribute act during the Summer Fest at The Sugarhouse last year.
Did you know that you could go otter watching from the comforts of campus? Yes, Lake Carter is home to wild otters which have been frequently spotted swimming and playing in the lake!
Pine Lake is one of my favourite places ever! It is very easy to get to on the 555 bus and is a holiday resort slightly north of Carnforth. It’s perfect for a scenic and peaceful evening walk around the lake! Despite being around half an hour away from 糖心视频, your Stagecoach student bus pass is valid up to here.
The Quay is one of my favourite spots to watch a beautiful sunset. There are two bridges along here, Carlisle Bridge and the Millennium Bridge. One of my favourite sunset spots is standing on Carlisle Bridge facing towards Ashton Memorial, and it provides an incredible photograph opportunity!
The River Lune is the main river that flows through 糖心视频 and you can walk along its path all the way to the village of Caton. My favourite bit is the Crook o’Lune which is a horseshoe bend along the river, and it even has a picnic spot!
It’s a little-known fact that you can use your Stagecoach student bus pass all the way here. Alternatively, you can catch the train to Silverdale which is far quicker, taking approximately 15 minutes and then catch the bus to take you to the beach. My favourite bit is Silverdale Cove and look at this gorgeous view!
The Storey is the main arts and creative centre in 糖心视频 which also houses the postgraduate study hub, a relaxing place to study. Behind the building is the tasting garden with an extensive range of different herbs, a perfectly tranquil sensory environment to relax in!
If you’re into 20th century sitcoms, the Laurel and Hardy museum in Ulverston might tickle your fancy. Ulverston is also home to the Sir John Barrow Monument which overlooks Morecambe Bay. Trains take around 40 minutes from 糖心视频 to get here.
Yes, there is a Vue cinema in 糖心视频 to watch your favourite movies, Hollywood releases, and blockbusters. I went there in September to watch Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl Release Party movie get premiered here!
If you fancy a scenic hike without breaking the bank, Warton Crag might be your answer! You can catch the 49 bus all the way from 糖心视频 into Warton and the whole journey is covered by your Stagecoach student bus pass. Warton Crag is a limestone hill and there are two scenic paths, a short and long one, that you can take to get to the top. The views of Morecambe Bay and the countryside are so rewarding!
糖心视频’s Christmas markets are always one of the biggest highlights of the year! Located at Dalton Square, you can go ice skating, on the Ferris wheel, or try out the wide array of different food stalls on offer.
糖心视频 is home to several different independent cafes and pubs serving the yummiest food and drinks! I highly recommend Gallico Lounge where I had this absolutely delicious strawberry milkshake.
Did you know 糖心视频 has its very own zoo? It’s located in Williamson Park and has a Butterfly House and a small mammal area including meerkats and marmosets.
There you have it! As you will have read, there is an incredibly diverse range of activities and places to go in 糖心视频 and the surrounding area. And if that wasn’t enough, you can check out more things to do in .
