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Solar Panels Are Coming To Arnside Public Toilets

Arnside Parish Council is pleased to announce the installation of eight solar panels on the roof of the public toilets on the Promenade, along with battery storage and an inverter. The battery will store surplus electricity for use when needed, with any remaining surplus exported to the grid.

The work is scheduled for 22nd–28th September. During this time, the toilets may be partially unavailable at various points while installation is underway. We apologise for any inconvenience and will work with the contractors to keep disruption to a minimum.

Why are we doing this?
Our public toilets are an important facility for residents and visitors. They support families, older people and those with accessibility needs, and contribute to a positive visitor experience in the village.
However, running costs have risen significantly in recent years, particularly for electricity, water and servicing. Income from the toilets no longer covers all operating costs.

This solar installation will help reduce electricity bills, make the toilets more financially sustainable, lower carbon emissions and support renewable energy. The project is supported by a £5,000 capital grant from Westmorland & Furness Council. The total installation cost is £6,711, with Arnside Parish Council contributing £1,711.

The system is expected to save the Parish Council at least £1,680 each year in electricity costs, meaning our contribution should be recovered in around a year. This is a practical investment in an important village facility, helping to reduce running costs, protect the future of the public toilets and make better use of renewable energy.

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Temporary Road Closure - Station Road, Arnside

Temporary Road Closure Restriction: Station Road, Arnside – 13/09/2026

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow United Utilities Water to carry out utility works which are expected to commence 13th September 2026 and anticipated to take 1 day to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the restriction and any alternative route which may be in place, the relevant legal notice can be viewed here and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found on one.network here.

Location: Station Road, Arnside, from a point approx. 85 metres north west of its junction with Sandside Road, extending in a north westerly direction for approx. 50 metres between 9am – 3pm.

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route will be signed and made available via the unrestricted sections of Station Road (B5282), The Promenade, Silverdale Road, Briery Bank and Black Dyke Road.

A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

N.B Passage for Emergency Vehicles will be maintained where required for the duration of this restriction.

Should you have any queries in relation to this temporary Order, please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3306 or via the Westmorland & Furness Council website, quoting the reference TTROW/19740.

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Families Urged To Check Free School Meal Eligibility As Support Expands

National eligibility changes have been made to Free School Meals and Westmorland and Furness are urging families to check whether they are eligible for Free School Meals.

From September 2026, all households receiving Universal Credit can apply, regardless of income. Families must still apply, as eligibility is not awarded automatically. The changes remove the previous earnings threshold for Universal Credit claimants, meaning more working families who receive Universal Credit top-up payments, may now qualify for support.

Councillor Janet Battye, Westmorland and Furness Council Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, said: ‘We want to ensure that every family who is entitled to support, receives it. The expansion of Free School Meal eligibility means that many more families – including those who are working and receiving Universal Credit, may now qualify. I encourage anyone who thinks they may be eligible to check and apply. Registering for Free School Meals not only helps families with the cost of school meals but can also unlock additional support and funding for schools. You can also pop into any of our Family Hubs and ask for help and information from our friendly teams.’

For more information and to apply online, click on the link Westmorland and Furness Council website . It typically take only a few minutes to complete.

If you are struggling to fill in the online information, our Customer Services people will help you. You can also pop into one of our friendly Family Hubs. Please either email us at FSM.ClothingGrants@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk or Telephone: call 0300 373 3300

Road Closure - The Strands, Milnthorpe to Arnside

Road Closure: B5282 – The Strands, Milnthorpe to Arnside

You may have seen the yellow signs giving advanced warning of the road closure between Milnthorpe and Sandside.

You may also have been struggling to read what they say as you drive past!

So, the official information is that the road will be closed overnight from 7pm on Thursday, 20th August to 5am on Friday, 21st for stud reinstatement and road lining works on the B5282, The Strands to Arnside.

Please note the programme dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, poor weather conditions and overrun of the programme etc.

Temporary Road Closure Beetham Road and Main Street Milnthorpe

Temporary Road Closure: Beetham Road & Main Street, Milnthorpe – 22/07/2026 (Night Time Works)

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow Fibrus Networks to carry out utility works which are expected to commence 22nd July 2026 and anticipated to take 2 nights during the hours of 18:00 and 23:00 ONLY to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the restrictions and any alternative route which may be in place, the relevant legal notice can be viewed here and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found here.

Location: (i) Westerly direction along Main Street (B6385), from making a left turn onto Beetham Road (A6); and (ii) Northerly direction along Beetham Road (A6), from making a right turn onto Main Street (B6385).

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route for northbound and westbound vehicles will be signed and available via Church Street (A6), Princes Way, A590.

A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

Temporary Road Closure - Green Lane, Storth

Temporary Road Closure Restriction: Green Lane, Storth – 14/07/2026

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow BT Openreach to carry out utility works which are expected to commence 14th July 2026 and anticipated to take 2 days to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the restriction and any alternative route which may be in place, the relevant legal notice can be viewed here and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found here

Location: Green Lane, Storth, from its junction with The Square, extending in a north westerly direction for a distance of approx. 210m.

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route will be signed and made available via the B5282 Sandside, Storth Road and The Square. A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

N.B Passage for Emergency Vehicles will be maintained where required for the duration of this restriction.

Should you have any queries in relation to this temporary Order please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3306 or via the Westmorland & Furness Council website, quoting the reference TTROW/19947.

South Lakeland Community Fund

South Lakeland Community Fund Grants

A great opportunity for local groups to make a difference in their community. Projects can receive up to £5,000 if it meets the priorities of the Locality Board.

The deadline for round 1 for this financial year is Friday 31st July 2026 with decisions and outcomes in September.

Groups can have an informal chat about their funding needs and project ideas. Attached is our leaflet about the fund with links and contact details. You can also visit the website by clicking here.

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New Heritage Display at the Sailing Club

New Arnside Maritime Heritage Display Opening

A new Heritage Display about Arnside’s Maritime Heritage is opening in the Sailing Club Clubhouse ,for the first time this weekend on Monday 25th May from 1pm to 4pm. Teas, coffees and cakes will be available.

The estuary acted as the port for Kendal and had its own Vice Admiral. In the nineteenth century, with big houses being built on the shore, leisure sailing developed.

Crossfields built yachts and Morecambe Bay Prawners, including Arthur Ransome’s ‘Swallow’. The viaduct is a major feat of Victorian engineering.

The Heritage Display has been funded by a grant from Westmorland and Furness Council.

We are looking for volunteers interested in helping us staff the exhibition.

Temporary Closure- Orchard Road June 3rd

Temporary Road Closure: Orchard Road, Arnside – 03/06/26

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow Fibrus to carry out utility works which are expected to commence Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 and anticipated to take 3 days to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the restriction(s) and any alternative route(s) which may be in place, the relevant legal notice can be viewed here and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found here.

Location: Orchard Road, Arnside, from its junction with Silverdale Road, extending in a north easterly direction for a distance of approx. 125m.

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route will be signed and made available via Silverdale Road and the unrestricted section of Orchard Road. A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

N.B Passage for Emergency Vehicles will be maintained where required for the duration of this restriction.

Should you have any queries in relation to this Temporary Order please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3306 or via the Westmorland & Furness Council website, quoting the reference TTROW/19507

Proposed New Development at Sandside

21st April 2026 Deadline For Comments On Amended Previously Proposed Development Plans at Sandside

Four years ago, a large development plan was proposed along the coast road at Sandside. The site includes the areas currently used by businesses along the road between the existing residential properties and The Ship Inn, as well as areas behind on Quarry Lane. The proposal was paused due to objections, however, it has now been re-submitted with some amendments to the original.

There is a very short deadline of 21st April 2026 for anyone to comment on the plan so, if you want to comment, you need to do it by Tuesday.

The application is for mixed use development including 160 residential units, restaurant/café and live/work units at land at Park Road and Quarry Lane, Sandside, Milnthorpe, LA7 7HW; Reference SL/2022/1177

The above includes three 4 storey blocks of flats, and a very modern design 5 story block with apartments on the ‘Waterfront’ part of the site – alongside the main road.

More information can be found here: https://planningregister.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/Planning/Display/SL/2022/1177