Ulverston Dickensian Festival
2nd December 2014
We had a great day out at this year’s Ulverston Dickensian Festival.
The weather was bright and sunny, so we took the short, scenic train ride across the Leven estuary from Cark and Cartmel station to Ulverston rather than driving.
Ulverston was packed with visitors and locals and filled with festive spirit. Mulled wine seemed to be on sale on every street corner, which made taking the train an even better decision.
Stalls were set up across the town centre alongside open shops and cafés. Folk bands, carol singers, and a brass band filled the streets with music. The traditional fairground also featured a helter-skelter, children’s rides, and steam attractions.
There was a wide variety of goods available, including handmade Christmas cards, artwork, photos, antiques, jewellery, wooden gifts, Victorian ceramics, local food, jams, Christmas puddings, cakes and lots more.
What to Expect at the Festival
The festival transforms the historic market town of Ulverston into a bustling Victorian scene each late November. Visitors can stroll through market stalls offering handmade crafts, local produce, warm mulled wine, and unique Christmas gifts. Costumed performers, brass bands, carol singers, and street entertainers fill the cobbled streets with music and festive cheer, alongside a traditional fairground featuring classic rides for all ages.
Staying near the Dickensian Festival
Ulverston is easy to reach from our self-catering holiday cottages in Cartmel and the Coniston area. If travelling from Cartmel, taking the short, scenic train ride across the Leven estuary from Cark & Cartmel station allows you to avoid the traffic and parking hassles while enjoying the views. After a full day exploring the markets, return to your cosy cottage to relax by the fire and enjoy a winter getaway in Cumbria.
The Ulverston Dickensian Festival is a fantastic day out for the whole family and an excellent place to buy Christmas gifts. Be sure to put it in your diary for next year.
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