Service stations in the UK are probably not the first thing anyone would think to create a TV show around. But, Purple Productions is shining the spotlight on the very unique Tebay Service Station. Episode 1 of Channel 4’s A Lake District Farm Shop airs at 8 pm on Saturday, July 10th.
It’s the only UK family-run motorway service station left, so let’s get to know more about the A Lake District Farm Shop cast! From the butcher to the baker, cleaners and the ceramics expert.
What is A Lake District Farm Shop about?
A Lake District Farm Shop is a four-part series that airs on Channel 4 from July 10th 2021.
Now that the world is beginning to open up to travel again, the M6, the Lake District and Tebay Services are more than likely going to be back in action. But, for anyone who wants to know more about the unique services, look no further as the Channel 4 doc is here.
Boasting local artisan produce and serving 4.5 million visitors a year, Tebay Services is set amongst the stunning scenery of the Lake District, so let’s get to know the people that work there.
Meet the cast of the Channel 4 show
Where is Tebay Service Station located?
Tebay Service Station is located on the M6 motorway. The services’ address is Westmorland Place, Orton, Penrith CA10 3SB.
It’s located on both the north and southbound sides of the M6 Motorway, just north of Junction 38.
Britain’s best-looking pit stop opened in 1972 after the M6 was built through a family farm. The service station says that it makes food as people would in their own homes, it says on its website: “We work with more than 70 producers from within a 30-mile radius.“
‘We're sending a love letter to the Lakes when we send every loaf.’
— Tebay Services (@TebayServices) July 9, 2021
Patrick Moore of @Moreartisan in A Lake District Farmshop: a love letter to our colleagues, our producers and our landscapes. @Channel4 tomorrow 8pm #LakeDistrictFarmshop #lakedistrictfarmshop #PurpleProductions
WATCH A LAKE DISTRICT FARM SHOP FROM JULY 10TH AT 8 PM ON CHANNEL 4.
