Fleece the Past: Kendal's History
Welcome, dear reader, to Kendal’s history – a tale so rich it could put even the finest wool to shame. If medieval sheep and financial shenanigans aren’t your cup of mint tea, well, then you’re in the wrong place! But if you’re still here, get comfortable and enjoy the ride through Kendal’s past. The Rich History of Kendal: From Roman Roots to Wool and Mint Cake Kendal Unveiled: From Togas to Towers – A Historical Soiree In the haze of ancient times, Kendal rose when the Romans swaggered in like the toga-clad trendsetters they were. Around the first century AD, they looked over the land and decided, “What Kendal needs is a fort.” So, they set up camp at Watercrook, a bend in the River Kent, south of what would later become the modern town. Maintaining a Roman fort wasn’t a stroll through the Colosseum. It took constant attention. Those soldiers had needs - needs that the Brigantes, the original locals, found themselves reluctantly supplying. Thus began the epic saga of trade in K...
