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Carnforth Hotels & Tourist Information

Welcome visitcarnforth.co.uk official visitor guide to hotels in Carnforth and tourist information for the surrounding area.

At VisitCarnofrth we've got a great range of Carnforth hotel, guesthouse, self-catering & bed and breakfast accommodation to choose from, as well as information on what to see and do.

Situated in North Lancashire on the Cumbrian border, the Carnforth area combines superb countryside and coast with a rich and fascinating history.

Carnforth will forever be famous for being the film location for the David Lean's classic film 'Brief Encounter'. Today the Carnforth Station Visitor Centre displays a fascinated permanent exhibition on the filming of Brief Encounter and the town of Carnforth in general. The tearooms are an exact replica of the refreshment rooms used in the original film.

Carnforth makes an ideal base for a tour of the immediate area and a gateway to places further afield like Lancaster and the Lake District.

With a great range of Carnforth hotel accommodation, finding a room with a view has never been easier. Search our hotel accommodation database and check out our places to visit, eating out and events sections for what to see and do.

Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Go out, walk, cycle and discover one of Britain's finest landscapes which is dominated by Warton Crag and encompasses picturesque towns and villages such as Arnside, Silverdale and Warton, each with their own distinctive character.

Canals and Countryside

The canal network links up Carnforth to many of the surrounding villages and glorious countryside making it ideal for your tourist on the towpath.

Halls and Historic Houses

Lived-in house of the famous furniture making Gillow dynasty. A visit to Leighton is an opportunity to unravel the fascinating past of this ancient Lancashire family.

Explore the Coastline

You'll love the Lancashire coast, which harbours a unique contrast of scenery, culture and experiences.

'Stars and Stripes'

Warton Village has North American connections being the ancestral home of George Washington. The tower of the church was built by a Robert Washington in the 15thC and on the 4th July, Independence Day, each year, the 'Stars and Stripes' flag is flown!

Theatre in the Country

North of Carnforth, in the picturesque village of Beetham, the Heron Theatre runs a regular fortnightly programme of plays, revues, lectures and musical events. The theatre was originally one of the old two-room Grammar schools of the 18th century.

Towns and Villages around Carnforth

Other unique and beautiful towns and villages located in the area include Over Kellet, Nether Kellet and Borwick. All of these villages offer something different, with inspiring views across the countryside and interesting historical backgrounds.

Visitor Maps

Tourist leaflets on Carnforth can be requested or downloaded below.

Carnforth Canal Walks

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Carnforth Canal Walks exploring the glorious countryside near the Lancaster Canal.

Carnforth Leaflet

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Visitor guide to Carnforth and the surrounding area including the Arnside and Silverdale AONB.

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