Christmas & New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria is a magical time, combining all the festive fun that Christmas and New Year promises with the breathtaking landscape for which the Lake District is so famous. Find festive inspiration with a full list of seasonal events taking place around the county and check out our blog for a round up of What's On this Chistmas.
For the perfect place to spend this special time, take a look at these Christmas and New Year breaks - where you can take it easy, put your feet up and be pampered over the festive season, safe in the knowledge that everything is taken care of.
If you fancy a slice of festive luxury what could be better than sitting in your own hot tub with a glass of champagne looking up at the crystal clear sky in wonder at the sight of a Cumbrian Dark Sky full of millions of stars.
During your visit, take in a Christmas Market, where you can treat youself to a glass of mulled wine, find perfect gifts for your friends and loved ones and really get in the spirit of Christmas. If you can't wait to start shopping, take a look at our Virtual Cumbrian Christmas Market, packed full of great great gift ideas available for delivery directly to your door from our local Cumbrian businesses.
We've put together some inspiration and ideas below to help you plan your perfect Christmas and scroll further for a full list of all Christmas events taking place.
However you choose to spend Christmas and New Year in the Lake District, Cumbria you can be assured of a perfect seasonal getaway to remember, one that will make you want to come back for more next Christmas and New Year.
Christmas Inspiration
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Keswick
Prepare to embark on an enchanting journey like no other with Honister Slate Mine's Secret Underground Santa's Grotto adventure. This unique Santa's Grotto promises to transport visitors into an underground winter wonderland.
Nestled deep within…
Penrith
Gary Starr Pantomimes returns to Rheged for 2023.
Join us for a fun packed show full of pantomime fun, comedy and custard pies!
A magical story of a young girl named Belle, pursued by the dastardly Prince Anton for her hand in marriage and yet…
N Lonsdale Rd, Ulverston
Join Claire, By Moon & Tide Calligraphy, for a relaxed afternoon playing with dippy ink pots, pen and nib to create your very own piece of calligraphy art! You'll be helped along the way with step by step worksheets and friendly guidance from Claire…
Whitehaven
In this revelatory exclusive, Ebeneezer Scrooge opens his Diary to expose the awful truth about Tiny Tim, the Fezziwigs, Jacob Marley… and that disgustingly jolly, gluttonous, consumer-driven Ghost of Christmas Present… as he reveals the truth…
Glenridding
This Christmas, take your seat in the rustic surroundings of our Candleroom adorned with beautiful decorations, twinkling lights and dramatic church candles for a traditional Christmas Day Lunch which is not to be missed.
Carlisle Airport, Crosby on Eden
Our Gift shop will be open each Saturday through December for that very special aviation-based gift, we have an amazing range of gift ideas for all ages, our clothing range is very popular with kids cartoon Tee-shirts, Adult Tee-Shirts, Adult Polo…
Kendal
Fri 22 Dec | 11.30am-1pm | £9.50 per child (includes a hot chocolate) | Under 4 yrs | Tutor Creative Learning Team | Digital Lounge
All children must be accompanied by one adult, who attend free.
This special screening of The Snowman & The…
Carlisle
Lakeland Gate Brewers Fayre is thrilled to announce a jam-packed Christmas calendar to keep the little ones entertained. In addition to indoor play and festive activities, Brewers Fayre is encouraging the whole family to get into the spirit over…
Keswick
Are you ready to get in the festive spirit? Enjoy a spot of seasonal indulgence this Christmas period as our bar/lounge menus have received a festive makeover! Choose from traditional roasts, yuletide sandwiches or even just festive nibbles. Served…
Rydal
Two-day fair which will be celebrated at the neighbouring Rydal Mount and Rydal Hall, one ticket allows access to both sites and free parking. Stalls, music, food.
Tickets on sale shortly from https://rydalmount.wordpress…
Kendal
Join us for a fun-filled morning of festive wreath making at Kendal Parish Hall as part of the Wonderful Wild Women Christmas Market.
Be serenaded by Christmas classics as I guide you through the wreath making process, offering tips and tricks to…
Kendal
Sat 16 Dec | Tue 19 Dec | Fri 22 Dec | 3-4pm | £7.50 (accompanying adults free*) | 0-16 yrs | Tutor Creative Learning Team | Studio 3
Create your own Gingerbread Hand Puppets with your young person in celebration of this year's Brewery Arts…
Kendal
Sat 2 Dec | 6-8pm | £85 | 18+ yrs | Tutor Forage & Foliage | Studio 1
Join Katie from Forage & Foliage to create your very own luxury wreath in this unique and festive workshop.
The luxury element of this workshop is emphasised with modern…
Grasmere
Christmas Fair with a range of food and crafts market stalls, Santa's Grotto and fantastic Grand Christmas Raffle with amazing prizes donated by local businesses. Tickets available around the village or through our Facebook page.
Free entrance.
Kirkby Lonsdale, Carnforth
The Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair is the festive highlight of our year! Come along for three days of markets, parades, live music and kids entertainment - including a visit from the jolly red man himself...
Ambleside
Based on Dickens' own performance adaptation, Simon Callow and director-designer Tom Cairns have created a one-man theatrical extravaganza of festive story-telling that is both heart-warming and deeply moving. A Christmas must-see!
Charles Dickens'…
Keswick
Enjoy a spot of seasonal indulgence in the grandeur of the newly refurbished Borrowdale Hotel Restaurant.
Join us in the festive atmosphere of our elegant new restaurant where our chefs prepare a selection of festive-inspired lunches.
Our…
Newby Bridge
This Christmas dogs too can join in the festive fun at Fell Foot. Don your Christmas jumpers and hats for professional dog photographer Shaun Barr to capture that fun image of you and your dog, to share with friends and family.
Why not make a day…
Glenridding
Our delectable Afternoon tea, made by our talented pastry chef, receives a festive makeover to perfectly suit the time of year. Indulge on a selection of carefully prepared finger sandwiches, savoury Christmas treats, mince pies plus a variety of…
Glenridding
End the year with a bang & attend one of the swankiest New Year gatherings in the Lake District. Get dressed up in your finest clothes & enjoy a spectacular 6-course black tie dinner followed by live music throughout the night. As the clock…
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