Kirkby Lonsdale's Institute was renamed The Lunesdale Hall in 2013 by the management committee to make it more attractive as a venue for a wider range of social activities, including christening and wedding celebrations.


It was built in 1895 and is a much-used public building for all manner of activities, from parties and exhibitions to demonstrations, meetings, coffee mornings, theatre and film shows.


Kirkby Lonsdale is at the heart of the Lune Valley and offers a wide range of activities for visitors. There are scenic walks, a weekly Charter Market every Thursday, dating back to the 13th Century, a variety of pubs, hotels and bed and breakfast accommodation to suit all tastes and purses.


InstituteLunesdale Hall is situated in the town centre, close to several car parks and is on local bus routes. It has a variety of rooms for hire, with associated kitchen, toilets, disabled facilities and a stage. The largest room is The Lonsdale Room, which has a stage at one end and can seat more than 100 people. There are two other rooms, The Bective Room and The Ruskin Room. The Ruskin Room is on an upper level reached only by stairs. Disabled facilities are fully provided in the ground floor areas.



You can book any of The Lunesdale Hall rooms by telephone. For the time being, bookings are taken by June Peckston on 015242 72990. If June's not there, just leave your name and contact number or email your requirements to the address below, leaving the date you want to book. We will get back to you as soon as possible. You are strongly recommended to book in advance. That way, you stand a better chance of getting the room you want, when you want it, and at a rate which is affordable.


Our caretaker does not live on site at The Lunesdale Hall, so booking conditions ask that you set up your room yourselves to your own requirements, and leave it as you found it. Should you wish assistance, a flat rate fee of £8 will be applied in addition to your booking fee. Rooms can be hired by the hour and rates vary according to room size and time booked. Currently, the best way to book is by telephone - see above. A non-returnable deposit is required when booking.