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If you haven’t hear about Cumbria’s classic seaside towns and coastal views, it’s time to take a stroll along the prom at Arnside or Grange-over-Sands.
Artsy Ulverston is jam-packed with character; from its quirky cafes and foodie hotspots to colourfully rendered houses and cobbled streets. It even has its own award-winning gin distillery, an historic priory-turned internationally renowned Buddhist centre and a museum dedicated to Laurel & Hardy (this was Stan’s birthplace, after all).
Take the ultimate ‘road with a view’ to Barrow for its virtually uninterrupted coastal scenery. Then step back almost 900 years with a visit to the magnificent Furness Abbey, explore the area’s rich maritime history at Barrow’s Dock Museum or even try a spot of seal watching at South Walney Nature Reserve. For some retail therapy, Barrow Market Hall is one of the Cumbria’s largest indoor markets.
Other highlights include the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the eastern side of the bay. From birds to butterflies, it’s known for abundant wildlife, ancient woodlands and an elaborate mosaic of stunning limestone pavements. And can you find the enchanted ‘Fairy Steps’ at Beetham?
Whether it’s an exhilarating bike ride for two or a family-friendly cycling trip, the Morecambe Bay cycleway is the perfect place to reconnect with nature on two wheels. Whatever your age, interest or ability, this fairly flat coastal route takes in some fantastic views, with plenty of quirky towns and villages worth hopping on and off your bike for.
Morecambe Bay is also the perfect place to eat, from scrumptious pub grub to top-notch dining for a special occasion. Cartmel has earned itself a national reputation for culinary excellence thanks largely to superstar chef Simon Rogan, whose two restaurants in the village have three Michelin stars between them. And that’s not forgetting the world-famous sticky toffee pudding, proudly sold in Cartmel village shop.
You can walk off those tasty treats at nearby Holker Hall & Gardens. Framed by the Lakeland Hills, the estate includes 200 acres of parkland and its own herd of fallow deer.
Learn the technique of working with English freshwater rushes (which your tutor has harvested…
Learn to Weave your own unique Scarf using gorgeous hand-dyed yarns. Join us as we introduce you…
Want something fun and a little bit different this holiday? Try something new and exciting in the…
Booths is a family owned and operated independent supermarket with over 160 years tradition of…
This event has been rescheduled again to Saturday 28 May 2022. Current tickets are valid for the…
50 Mile Ultra Run 50 miles, 4000m ascent – a journey on foot from the very top of the Lake District…
This event has been rescheduled to Friday 3 June 2022 Current tickets will be valid for the new…
Gill works with Collage to create one off artworks and designs for textile print. In this workshop…
Our holiday homes for hire in the Lake District make this all a lot easier, as we supply everything…
Velo Retro is ready for its 8th year. The only retro and vintage cycling festival in the English…
Summer Jumps racing fixtures in Cartmel Village. Festival atmosphere.
Home of The Black Horses Friesian Experience, farm location with stunning views over South Lakeland…
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the…
Spring Bank Cottage is peacefully situated in a lovely location in the countryside, yet only a few…
Grange over Sands to Roa Island (Barrow). A walk of 33 miles that follows the low hills of…
There is something magical about working with indigo dye. Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique…
This experience will take you into an area of Foulshaw Moss not open to the general public. It's…
In the relaxed atmosphere of Hare Hill Barn, this practical two-day beginner's course is a great…
Welcome to the Shed! Enjoy a welcome G&T, followed by a distillery tour, before settling in our…
In this workshop you will learn the basics of how to use a pointed nib, learn about different paper…
Community street party to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebration.
Do you find creating a garment from a commercial pattern frustrating? May be your finished…
We're thrilled to be welcoming The Toyota MR 2 Drivers Club from around 10am onwards. Like all…
This one day workshop will introduce you to basic bookbinding techniques. You will have the…
Watching the sun go down over Morecambe Bay is the stuff memories are made of
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Barrow-in-Furness
Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly both grew up in the same part of Texas. They recorded their earlier work in the Norman Petty Studios in Clovis, New Mexico, even at one point recording the same songs 'An empty cup' (and a broken date) as well as 'You've…
Grange-over-Sands
Greaves Farm Caravan Park is small, family run park in beautiful countryside on the fringe of the Lake District within easy reach of Lake Windermere, the historic village of Cartmel and Grange over Sands and many places of interest. An ideal…
Cark-in-Cartmel
Artisan Produce Shop dedicated to Lake District Producers. Everything stocked comes from a producer, grower or maker in Cumbria.
Grange over Sands
This is a workshop suitable for beginners to learn and practice the ancient art of macramé to create a beautiful handmade piece of fibre art to take away and cherish.
Dating back thousands of years to the 13th Century, macramé has Arabic origins…
Grange over Sands
This is a workshop designed to offer the best of both worlds – you will spend time learning how to use your camera effectively and then be able to put that into practice and discover how to get the best photographs from a location.
The morning will…
ULVERSTON
Salem. 1692. The girls are caught dancing in the woods. The witch hunter is summoned. And a toxic mix of vengeance and fear is about to send a small community to the gallows.
Arthur Miller's The Crucible is one of the most popular plays in the…
Grange-over-Sands
Join us as we kick start the festive season with handmade artisan gifts and of course plenty of food and drink with lively entertainment. It's the perfect day out for all the family.
Open 10.00am-4.00pm daily, advanced tickets are £6.50pp and…
Grange-over-Sands
The Holker Spring Fair will bring together a fine selection of home, food, garden and gift exhibitors set in our bustling Courtyard and Piazza.
Join us to discover a spring showcase of delicious artisan food, glorious flowers and plants and…
Grange over Sands
Rag Rugging is a technique traditionally used to turn rags into textural rugs. In this session you will learn two versatile rag rug techniques that can be used to make a piece of wall art, homeware, a brooch or more. As rag rugging takes a long…
Grange over Sands
Gill works with Collage to create one off artworks and designs for textile print. In this workshop she will share the techniques she uses for you to create your own striking collage. You will start by making a set of painted, textured papers using…
Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
Barrow-in-Furness
Mirror Mirror on the wall, The fairest Adult Panto of them all comes to the forum Barrow.
Adult Panto Tour are delighted to be touring for a 4th year with a brand-new production of 'Snow White and the Seven Drag Queens'.
Featuring an All Star…
Carnforth
Oh the freedom of the open road, we know the feeling well. We have tent pitches for camping in Cumbria, most of which have picturesque views available. Nestling in an idyllic Lakeland countryside setting, Holgates presents a tempting year round…
Cartmel Fell, Grange over Sands
Learn the technique of working with English freshwater rushes (which your tutor has harvested herself). You will weave them around a mould to create a rush basket to hold fruit or bread (or anything!).
Your tutor, Jane, has been a basket maker…
Barrow-in-Furness
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received…
This gently undulating ride is surprisingly quiet bearing in mind its location within the boundaries of the Lake District National Park. A loop of the Winster valley beneath the wooded slopes of Whitbarrow Scar sets the scene for this ride
ULVERSTON
Find everything from locally sourced food and drinks to ethically produced arts and crafts at this bumper Easter Market.
Following the success of The Coro Christmas Markets, this Easter there's another opportunity to browse and buy some of the best…
Backbarrow, Newby Bridge
We're sure to be welcoming many visitors on this year's Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs National Drive It Day. The day sees thousands of classic car owners take to the roads and Lakeland Motor Museum with its large free car park (&…
Take part in a walk like no other, wade up to your knees in tidal rivers, navigate the quick-sands and explore the treacherous yet beautiful Morecambe Bay. Don’t worry, you’ll be in safe hands as the walk will be led by the Queen’s Official Guide to…
Carnforth
If you would like the freedom to come and go as you please, with your own holiday home in a beautiful, peaceful tranquil setting in an area of oustanding natural beauty, within a stones throw of the Lake District National Park, then this could be…
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