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    Christmas & New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria

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Christmas and New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria

Christmas & New Year is always a magical time of year. Why not make this year even more special and enjoy all the festive fun against the stunning backdrop of Cumbria’s rugged mountains, shimmering lakes and sweeping coastlines.   

Soak up the brilliant atmosphere and a warm, friendly welcome at one of these seasonal events or check out our blog for more inspiration on what to see and do this festive season.

Searching for the perfect place to stay? Take a look at these Christmas and New Year breaks and find your idyllic cosy winter getaway. This is a great time of year to slow down, disconnect and enjoy some quality time with friends & family.   

Treat yourself to a touch of luxury and choose accommodation with your own private hot tub, get outside for an adventure under Cumbria’s spellbinding dark skies full of millions of stars – or tuck into a scrumptious Christmas dinner prepared by expert local chefs. Whatever you choose to do it’s time to start making some wonderful Christmas memories.

Get into the Christmas spirit and visit one of the many Christmas Markets taking place across the region – there’ll be mulled wine, tasty treats and fabulous Christmas gifts aplenty! If you want to start shopping straight away, look through our Christmas Gift Guide to Cumbria bursting with great gift ideas for friends and family, direct from our fantastic Cumbrian businesses.

Below you will find everything you need to start making some wonderful Christmas plans. Scroll further down for all the events taking place across the region this Christmas.

What could be better than beautiful winter scenery, tasty Christmas dining and magical festive events. There really is something for everyone to enjoy across the Lake District, Cumbria this festive season.

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    What's On this Christmas & New Year
    A list of events taking place in the Lake District, Cumbria this Christmas and New Year festive period.
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    Christmas Markets
    Get your winter woolies on, treat yourself to a glass of mulled wine and get in the festive spirit by visiting these Christmas markets.
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  1. Photo of "Leeds City Stompers" standing in a field with their respective instruments
    Photo of "Leeds City Stompers" standing in a field with their respective instruments
    NYE: Leeds City Stompers Live

    Address

    Zeffirellis, Zeffirellis, 2 Compston Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AD

    Telephone

    015394 33845

    enquiries@zeffirellis.com

    2 Compston Rd, Ambleside

    Back by popular demand, the Leeds City Stompers are returning to Zeffirellis Jazz Bar for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration. Bringing the spirit of 1920s and 30s blues, jazz, swing and ragtime to life, the band delivers a captivating mix…

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  2. André Rieu Merry Christmas poster
    André Rieu Merry Christmas poster
    Andre Rieu's 2025 Christmas Concert: Merry Christmas

    Address

    The Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

    Telephone

    +441768868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen. Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – "Merry Christmas" and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes, and plenty of surprises – it's the ultimate Christmas cinema event! With his…

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  3. Santa Claus reading a list
    Santa Claus reading a list
    Santa's Christmas Party

    Address

    Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    The show where every child receives a present from Santa!

    Following last year's sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this festive season…

    "Christmas is the busiest time of year at the North Pole,
    when…

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  4. photo of a festive afternoon tea spread
    photo of a festive afternoon tea spread
    Festive Afternoon Tea at Lindeth Howe

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    The Dining Room at Lindeth Howe, Lindeth Howe, Longtail Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JF

    Telephone

    01539445759

    hotel@lindeth-howe.co.uk

    Longtail Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Served Daily Between 1pm & 5pm
    Book now for our afternoon tea with a festive twist.
    Our festive deluxe afternoon tea is available from 1st December 2025 - 1st January 2026. Excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Eve and New…

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  5. The Three Little Pigs poster Directed by Niki McCretton
    The Three Little Pigs poster Directed by Niki McCretton
    Three Little Pigs

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    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    marketing@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Enter the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense.

    There's a wolf coming… but for now, The Three Little Pigs have tricked him onto a bus. If he catches them, he'll huff and he'll puff and we all know how that ends…

    On the run and with the need to…

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  6. Christmas Course poster
    Christmas Course poster
    Christmas Eve & Day & Meditation Retreat

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    Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre at Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1229 584029

    info@manjushri.org

    Conishead Priory, Ulverston

    CHRISTMAS EVE & DAY & MEDITATION RETREAT
    Celebrate Christmas in a different way

    This Christmas, give yourself the most meaningful gift: a peaceful and loving heart.

    In the beautiful and relaxing environment of the Kadampa Temple for World Peace,…

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  7. Dorothy Wordsworth's Christmas
    Dorothy Wordsworth's Christmas

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    Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    +441539435544

    enquiries@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    Step back in time to Regency England with this Christmas fireside talk.

    Immerse yourself in the cosy, festive atmosphere of Dove Cottage and discover how Dorothy Wordsworth celebrated Christmas 200 years ago.

    A glass of non-alcoholic mulled…

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  8. Santa on his sleigh
    Santa on his sleigh
    Santa's Secret Underground Grotto

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    Mine Tour at Honister Slate Mine, Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XN

    Telephone

    01768777230

    bookings@honister.com

    Borrowdale, Keswick

    Step inside Santa's Secret Grotto – hidden deep inside a Lake District mountain!

    Ho-Ho-Honister is back for 2025 with even more festive magic. Journey aboard the Honister bus into the heart of the fells before venturing underground with one of…

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  9. Spread of gourmet food on a table
    Spread of gourmet food on a table
    New Year's Day Jazz Brunch

    Address

    Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa,, Derwentwater, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UX

    Telephone

    017687 77285

    lodorefalls@lakedistricthotels.net

    Keswick

    1st January | 11am-2pm
    £67

    Welcome drink
    90-minute all-you-can-eat slot
    Eastern & Western specialities
    Relax and recover from all the New Year's Eve partying at our East Meets West buffet brunch, where you can enjoy wonderful live music performed…

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  10. Photo of Charlotte Thomson & Isabella Briggs
    Photo of Charlotte Thomson & Isabella Briggs
    Afternoon Recital: Charlotte Thomson (soprano) and Isabella Briggs (pianist)

    Address

    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Telephone

    +441228548151

    Events@carlislecathedral.org.uk

    Carlisle

    We are delighted to welcome Isabella and Charlotte to the Fratry, as they join forces to entertain us. Both have been closely involved in the life of Carlisle Cathedral over the years, and it is an honour to have them return to perform together…

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  11. Marina View NYE Party
    Marina View NYE Party
    New Years Eve on the Marina

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    Marina View, Marina View, Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JQ

    Telephone

    015394 22785

    Eat@marinaviewwindermere.co.uk

    Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Wednesday 31st December (NYE)
    Millie Mac Live, DJ Robin Kershaw & Sax
    7pm - 1.30am
    ️ Tickets - https://buytickets.at/marinaview/1855407

    We're ringing in the New Year with another huge lineup of live music and entertainment!
    We kick off the…

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  12. A traditional Christmas dinner
    A traditional Christmas dinner
    Christmas Lunch at The Swan

    Address

    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    reception@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Food, glorious food!

    Christmas Lunch at The Swan

    'Cause food is what Christmas is really about, right? Enjoy your turkey dinner with all of the trimmings, minus the washing up this year! Join us for a fabulously festive 3-course lunch with all of…

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  13. Marina View Breakfast With Santa poster
    Marina View Breakfast With Santa poster
    Breakfast with Santa

    Address

    Marina View, Marina View, Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JQ

    Telephone

    015394 22785

    Eat@marinaviewwindermere.co.uk

    Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Saturday 13th December

    11am

    Join us for our annual Breakfast with Santa!
    Enjoy a festive morning filled with fun, games, and a hearty breakfast with Santa himself.

    Each child's ticket includes:

    A breakfast barm
    A soft drink
    A festive gift
    ✨…

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  14. Home Alone Poster
    Home Alone Poster
    Home Alone (1990)

    Address

    Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    01229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

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  15. A photo of Santa next to an elf surrounded by Christmas trees
    A photo of Santa next to an elf surrounded by Christmas trees
    Santa's Grotto at The Swan Hotel & Spa

    Address

    Lancashire, Lancaster, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA1 1AY

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    marketing@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    he Swan's Santa's Grotto, a festive wonderland awaits your little ones!

    Every weekend from November the 15th (coinciding with our Christmas Markets!), we invite children of all ages, up to 14, to experience the joy of meeting Santa Claus himself.…

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  16. Kids doing arts and crafts
    Kids doing arts and crafts
    Angels and Stars Craft Workshop

    Address

    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Telephone

    01228 548151

    marketing@carlislecathedral.org.uk

    The Abbey, Carlisle

    Join us for a special seasonal craft activity in the Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral, aimed at primary-aged children, which will take inspiration from our beautiful starry ceiling and angels that adorn the Cathedral.

    Tickets: £4 per child.…

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  17. Santa Express Trains
    Santa Express Trains
    Santa Express Trains

    Address

    Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

    Telephone

    +441229717171

    steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey Step aboard our magical Santa Express for a festive adventure like no other!

    Weekends from 22nd November – 14th December (including Friday 12th December)

    Premium…

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  18. New Year Celebration with Gen-la Dekyong
    New Year Celebration with Gen-la Dekyong
    New Year's Eve Celebration - Kadampa Meditation Centre

    Address

    Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre at Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1229 584029

    info@manjushri.org

    Conishead Priory, Ulverston

    NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION IN CONISHEAD PRIORY
    WITH MANTRAS AND MEDITATION
    Time for a New Perspective

    December 31
    Time for a New Perspective ~ Learning to be happy whatever happens!
    Begin 2026 with a new perspective that will help you maintain a…

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  19. Carlisle Cathedral alter
    Carlisle Cathedral alter
    Carols by Candlelight: A Christmas Choral Concert

    Address

    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Telephone

    +441228548151

    marketing@carlislecathedral.org.uk

    The Abbey, Carlisle

    Every Christmas the Carlisle Cathedral choirs join forces for the annual Christmas Concert; this year our boy and girl choristers, Consort and Lay Clerks will be singing Carols by Candlelight - the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat, including…

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  20. Photo of Yew Tree Barn Christmas Festival Market
    Photo of Yew Tree Barn Christmas Festival Market
    Yew Tree Barn Christmas Festival Market

    Address

    Yew Tree Barn, Low Newton, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6JP

    Telephone

    01539531498

    anna@yewtreebarn.co.uk

    Cartmel

    Join us for three days of the much anticipated and fabulous YTB Christmas Festival Market! Visit our handpicked range of artisan makers & creatives, live music throughout each day, food & drink both inside and outside the barn from Harry's Cafe…

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