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Inspiration
Cumbria’s beautiful landscapes have long since animated literary imaginations, from Romantic poets to radical thinkers and beyond to some of the 20th century’s most celebrated authors. See the authentic settings where these international names put pen to paper...- It’s no wonder that the Lake District, Cumbria – the inspiration for poets and creative types, is a vibrant centre for the performing arts. There is a fantastic programme of events already booking up fast at our superb theatres and performance venues.
- If you are a film buff the Lake District, Cumbria is home to a delightful cluster of independent cinemas showing everything from Hollywood blockbusters to thought-provoking arthouse releases.
- In Cumbria you’ll find a range of art galleries and exhibition spaces that host a constantly changing menu of works in virtually every medium. It’s nice to see art hanging on a brightly lit wall, or to see beautifully made craftwork on a plinth, but in Cumbria we also invite you to explore the studios and workshops where that work was made, and even to meet the artist that made it.
- Cumbria’s rich history is ever-present in every village and town, on every fell and deep in every valley, but if you need a little interpretation, then head for one of the county’s many museums.
- Whatever the time of year, Cumbria is celebrating something. From music to film and food to beer, Cumbria and the Lake District is home to a wide selection of fantastic festivals. Take a look at our list and find what celebration works for you.
- Fabulous scenery looks good on camera, and in Cumbria we have plenty of it to go around. The Lake District has been a natural set for a host of films, including Miss Potter (2006), starring Renee Zellweger in the title role. Locations included Loughrigg and Grasmere as well as Yew Tree Farm in Coniston, which was conveniently owned by Potter herself.
Highlights
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and…
Traditional picture house showing the latest films, arthouse movies, and live-streamed theatre…
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District…
Visitor centre with interactive exhibitions, Mawson gardens, adventure playground, shop and…
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the…
Six-screen independent cinema showing all the leatest blockbusters and weekly alternative titles,…
Brewery Arts is a thriving and dynamic arts organisation with over forty years' experience of…
England's last luxury glassblowing factory making crystal for royal families & luxury stores…
Friendly, contemporary Keswick-based art gallery in the heart of the Northern Lake District…
Red Barn is the place to shop for a fantastic selection of hand picked, unusual and unique gifts.…
Grizedale Forest has activities for all ages from mountain biking to relaxing walks, Go-Ape to…
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica…
Our unconventional Japanese Robata cooking with Korean flavours and Pacific Rim influences makes…
An unrivalled range of 1,2 and 3 day courses in the Arts, Crafts, Heritage skills, Baking,…
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of…
Inspiring art and craft workshops based in a stunning open plan studio. Treat yourself to a special…
Our vision is to be a local theatre of national significance, presenting and producing first class…
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in…
Gallery 26 houses the work of the well known artist, Nelsonn, a painter and sculptor who produces…
Farfield Mill is a Victorian woollen mill in the Yorkshire Dales. Home to artists’ studios, art…
Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Changing exhibitions, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop,…
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the…
Art gallery and art shop run by the Heaton Cooper family, selling original paintings and prints…
There’s nowhere quite like Rheged, where the arts meet good food, family and fun under a green…
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Grasmere
A visit to Dove Cottage today transports you back to this remarkable period of ‘plain living and high thinking’. The sights, sounds and smells bring to life the bustling family home the Wordsworths would have known over 200 years ago.
Keswick
Located in Keswick, the home of the first pencil, visitors enter this museum through a replica graphite mine which would have served as the source of the pencil industry over three centuries ago.
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Carlisle Castle, Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8URTelephone
01228 625600Carlisle
Discover 900 years of history and explore the tumultuous life of Carlisle Castle and its characters, in a new exhibition.
Kendal
Brewery Arts is a thriving and dynamic arts organisation with over forty years' experience of delivering an exciting and inspirational programme, including cultural events, festivals and creative learning courses. Our venue is a beautiful, historic…
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UTTelephone
017684 83984Greystoke, Penrith
An unrivalled range of 1,2 and 3 day courses in the Arts, Crafts, Heritage skills, Baking, Textiles, Raku pottery, Wood /Stone carving, Willow & Wire, Ceramics, Glass, Silver and much much more.
Coniston
Brantwood, the former home of eminent Victorian John Ruskin and a treasure house of art and memorabilia. The 250-acre estate comprises 8 unique gardens, ancient woodland, high moors and meadows.
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Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BHTelephone
01539 722975Kendal
A masterpiece of storytelling; 350 years of social history and a celebration of life, revolutions and remarkable people....made by 4,000 people. Facilities: Gift Shop, Cafe, Audio guides, Films, Interactive Displays, Children's Activities.
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The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, The Old Laundry, Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
015394 88444Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere
A magical indoor attraction that brings to life all 23 Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit tales. Meet all your favourite characters and find out more about Beatrix Potter herself.
Ambleside
Occupying three floors within an historic building this bright and welcoming gallery showcases the best arts and crafts in the Lakes and Britain today, including wall art, glass, wood and ceramics.
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Eskdale Mill & Heritage Trust, Eskdale Mill, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1TGTelephone
01946723335Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
Keswick
Theatre by the Lake has a setting on the shores of Derwentwater no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to nine of its own productions of classic, modern and new plays and has won multi-starred reviews.
Penrith
Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. A place where friends, family and colleagues can share a meal, watch a film, hold a meeting, see an exhibition, buy a gift or catch up…
Keswick
Gallery 26 houses the work of the well known artist, Nelsonn, a painter and sculptor who produces works in series of 26 which are in different materials, styles and subject matter.
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Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
015394 46139Windermere
Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house is a rare architectural gem in the heart of the Lake District and offers a perfectly preserved snapshot of early 20th-century living.
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Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BNWindermere
Windermere Jetty Museum is a vibrant, family-friendly visitor attraction dedicated to the boats, people and the rich history of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake.
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22 St John's Street, Kewick, Cumbria, CA12 5ASTelephone
017687 75402Kewick
Friendly, contemporary Keswick-based art gallery in the heart of the Northern Lake District National Park, representing over 80 artists.
Windermere
Thuline opened a Studio-gallery in Windermere where she sells art and related gifts, paints and run's art workshops. She is known for her original take on animals. and takes commissions. She also runs art workshops.
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Millans Park, Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9ADTelephone
015394 33845Ambleside
Zeffirellis is an independent cinema that supports new and emerging talents within the world of cinema and the arts. We offer the complete evening out, you can wine and dine and see a film.
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Unthank, Nr. Hutton-in-the -Forest, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9TGTelephone
017684 84538Penrith
Beautifully converted 17thC farm buildings. Gallery, vegetarian restaurant, gift shop and 128 seat puppet theatre.
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