Grange-over-Sands
Built-up area in Westmorland and Furness, England
| Coordinates: | 54.187, -2.914 |
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| OS grid ref: | SD 40 77 |
| Population: | 4,788 |
| Dialling code: | 015395 |
Grange-over-Sands sits on the edge of Morecambe Bay beside the estuary of the River Kent in the unitary authority of Westmorland and Furness, England. It is known for its long, Victorian promenade, ornamental gardens and benign coastal microclimate, making it a popular spot for walkers, birdwatchers and those seeking a quieter seaside experience close to the Lake District.
The town grew from a medieval grange connected to nearby Cartmel and expanded as a genteel Victorian resort after the arrival of the railway. Today its economy depends largely on tourism and local services - independent shops, cafes and guesthouses - while cultural life is boosted by concerts and events at nearby estates such as The Grange and nature attractions like Leighton Moss reserve. Socially it has a relaxed, community feel with many retirees alongside visitors exploring the coast and countryside.
Postcode districts covering Grange-over-Sands
Most populated places nearby
- Morecambe 8.5 miles13.8 km
- Lancaster 10.8 miles17.4 km
- Barrow-in-Furness 13.3 miles21.5 km
- Kendal 11.9 miles19.1 km
- Fleetwood 19.6 miles31.5 km
- Poulton-le-Fylde 23.8 miles38.3 km
- Heysham 9.7 miles15.6 km
- Cleveleys 21.6 miles34.7 km
- Ulverston 6.8 miles11 km
Neighbouring places
- Allithwaite Built-up area 1.3 miles2.1 km
- Cartmel Built-up area 1.7 miles2.7 km
- Lindale Built-up area 2.2 miles3.5 km
- Broughton East Parish 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Lower Allithwaite Parish 2.4 miles3.8 km
- Flookburgh Built-up area 2.6 miles4.2 km
- Lower Holker Parish 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Arnside Built-up area 3.3 miles5.4 km
- Lindale and Newton-in-Cartmel Parish 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Silverdale Built-up area 3.8 miles6.1 km
- Witherslack, Meathop and Ulpha Parish 4.3 miles6.9 km
- Grange and Cartmel Ward 4.5 miles7.2 km
Example postcodes in Grange-over-Sands
LA11 7DW, LA11 6EU, LA11 7AB, LA11 7AP, LA11 7DY, LA11 7BB, LA11 7HA, LA11 6DG, LA11 7AJ … See all
Transport links
- Leeds Bradford International Airport 55.5 miles89.3 km
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport 59 miles95 km
- Grange-over-Sands Railway Station 0.8 miles1.2 km
- Kents Bank Railway Station 1.1 miles1.7 km
Hotels in Grange-over-Sands Ad
Schools in Grange-over-Sands
- Fell House School Independent - special
- Grange C of E Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Cartmel Racecourse Recreation 2 miles3.3 km
- Holker Hall Estate 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Globe Arena Stadium 8.9 miles14.3 km
- Watercrook Archaeological site 10.8 miles17.4 km
- Terry Bank Estate 12.5 miles20 km
- Lancaster University University 13.4 miles21.5 km
- Underley Hall Estate 13.4 miles21.6 km
- Ashton Hall Estate 13.5 miles21.7 km
- Wray Castle Estate 13.7 miles22 km
- Holker Street Stadium 13.7 miles22 km
- Roanhead Beach Beach 13.9 miles22.4 km
- Thornton Hall Estate 17.8 miles28.7 km