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The Cumbria Coastal Route offers a vibrant calendar of events throughout the year. From food festivals and live music to quirky fairs and family fun, there’s always something happening.
In the south, Ulverston has a reputation as a festival town, hosting a wide range of events across the year with everything from Christmas markets to a lantern festival. Plus, keep an eye out for events at country houses like Holker Hall and Levens Hall.
Further along the route, Muncaster Castle hosts a regular programme of events including the popular Sausage Festival and a packed programme of seasonal celebrations, from summer activities to Halloween events.
For live music and a family-friendly atmosphere, Solfest near Silloth brings together an eclectic mix of music, arts and entertainment. Nearby, events like Cockermouth Live add to the region’s vibrant festival programme, with music, poetry and more to enjoy.
Food lovers can enjoy the Taste Cumbria festivals, held in locations including Maryport, Wigton, Cockermouth and Carlisle. These popular events celebrate the best of local produce, with street food, demonstrations and the chance to meet local makers.
For something a little different, don’t miss the Egremont Crab Fair and World Gurning Championships. Established in 1267, it’s one of the oldest fairs in the world, combining traditional sports, local food and crafts, and the famous gurning competition to see who can pull the most grotesque face!
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Carlisle
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo off cathedral spires. This self-guided audio tour turns your walk through Caldewgate into a vivid adventure, unwrapping secrets and scandals most…
Cartmel
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children. At All About Alpacas, we aim to get kids comfortable with caring for and being around animals in a safe and interactive environment. Join us for a…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles and George MacKay
A charming, witty, and deeply relatable retelling of the Jane Austen 1811 novel of love and sisterhood.
Information about this Screening
These films are screened with the house…
Ravenglass
Join us at Muncaster from 24 October - 1 November for some spook-tacular family fun! The iconic Muncaster Halloween Family Festival is back, and this year its bigger and better than ever with pumpkin-fuelled mayhem and madness to be found in every…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Moresby, Whitehaven
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back…
With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated…
W Strand, Whitehaven
Get ready for a spooktacular Pet Encounter session. Meet some amazing animal friends, learn all about them and enjoy a Halloween Twist on your favourite pet encounter. A spooktacular experience for the whole family!
Embark on an unforgettable Pet…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Ravenglass
Fear returns to Muncaster with a vengeance from 29 - 31 October at SCARECASTER - our spine-tingling event for those aged 16 and over!
Do you have the courage to confront the horrors within the scary mazes? Step into the darkness - if you dare - and…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Get ready for a spooktacular celebration at Halloween at Holker, where festive fun comes alive for all ages! Join us in the enchanting Holker Hall & Gardens for an unforgettable seasonal experience featuring the magical storytelling of Taffy Thomas,…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Ulverston
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…
Shed One Distillery Tours & Tastings, Ulverston
Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Get ready to usher in the festive season at the Holker Hall Winter Market, one of the North West's most eagerly-anticipated seasonal events! Set within the stunning grounds of Holker Hall & Gardens, this magical three-day market celebrates the very…
Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands
Ravenglass
Calling all local talent – and local music lovers!
Join us for Muncaster Castle's monthly Open Mic Night, a relaxed and welcoming evening celebrating the best of our local music scene.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting out, this…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Moresby, Whitehaven
Rosehill prepares to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of EAGLES. Their impeccable harmonies, flawless instrumentation, and passion for their craft make their…
Winscales, Workington
Prepare for an evening of murder, mystery and increasingly ridiculous twists as The Betray-tors, performed by award-winning murder mystery event and production company Highly Suspect, comes to Hunday Manor.
As the nation's favourite game of murder…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening
by Clifford Odets
directed by Sam Yates
Josh O'Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets' knockout American classic. 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression.
Joe Bonaparte is a…
W Strand, Whitehaven
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas Spirit!
Learn the art of Contemporary Gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your home to give your possessions the Midas touch.
During the workshop, you will learn how to…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
Ravenglass
Join David Felton at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 24 November for a fascinating talk on the cartographic history of Cumbria.
The name Camri first appears on maps in AD 1050. Since then the Lake District and historic counties of Cumberland,…
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass
Workington
Workington Lightworks is designed as a flagship community celebration, bringing together residents, visitors and local businesses for a unique evening spectacle featuring illuminated artwork, projection, dance and music across the historic grounds…
W Strand, Whitehaven
This Christmas get creative, have fun and make something really personal for your home.
Learn how to create your very own beautiful Christmas wreath, with guidance and inspiritation from Emma (from Eliza & Flo). You will be provided you with all…
The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
29 Well Lane, Workington
The Workington Christmas Light Switch on and Christmas Market returns for 2026 with a fun packed, festive day of market stalls, live music, food & drink and of course, the big switch on! Extend your festive delight by heading over to Hall Park for…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Andy makes his Rosehill debut with his latest stand-up comedy show. In his own words, "Life is hard. Come and have a laugh about it."
After his nationwide critical-smash sellout 2023/24 Tour, Andy is back with a brand-new show. As seen on Netflix,…
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