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  1. What's on around the Westmorland and Furness Way
    What's On Around the Westmorland and Furness Way
What's on around the Westmorland and Furness Way

What's On

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Towns and villages along the Westmorland and Furness Way host an exciting calendar of events throughout the year. From traditional agricultural shows and local fairs to walking festivals and community celebrations, there’s always something happening along the route.

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  1. Blue blocks
    Blue blocks
    Festive Activities for Families at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Festive Colouring activities
    Available throughout December in the Café

    Welcome the festive cheer to your family's table as you join us in the Jetty café this December. Pick up an activity sheet to get creative with some calming colouring-in while…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

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    1 Dec 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  2. Mince Pies
    Mince Pies
    Festive Lunch at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Bowness, Bowness, LA231BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Bowness

    Enjoy a carefully curated 2-course menu of seasonal dishes, with comforting festive flavours and, of course, a Christmas cracker. Includes mulled wine or non-alcoholic alternative.

    Festive Lunch is available on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

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    2 Dec 2026to18 Dec 2026Open 12:00 - 15:00

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  3. Child drawing
    Child drawing
    Festive Family Activities at Abbot Hall

    Address

    Abbot Hall, Windermere, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    ecooper@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    Enjoy some creative, festive family activities at Abbot Hall this winter!

    Festive Cardmaking
    Self-led activity available throughout December in the Creative Space/Coffee Bar

    Stamp, trace, draw and decorate a greetings card to give to a loved…

    Venue

    Abbot Hall, Kendal

    Dates

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    2 Dec 2026to2 Jan 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  4. St Mary's Christmas Concert
    St Mary's Christmas Concert
    St Mary's Christmas Concert

    Address

    Furness Academy, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 9BB

    Telephone

    01229 444407

    lynsey.lawson@stmaryshospice.org.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Join St Mary's Hospice Christmas Concert for a night of joy, a special festive celebration bringing our community together through the magic of music. Enjoy an evening of festive music, featuring community choirs from across Barrow and Furness.

    To…

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    3 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30

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  5. The Jive Aces Christmas.
    The Jive Aces Christmas.
    The Jive Aces - Swingin' Into Christmas

    Address

    The Victoria Wood Theatre, The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Telephone

    01539 440872

    tickets@victoriawoodtheatre.com

    Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere

    The Jive Aces to Bring Their "Swingin' Christmas Show" to The Victoria Wood Theatre, Bowness On Windermere.
    Get ready to kick off the festive season with a swing! The UK's number one jive and swing band, The Jive Aces, are set to perform their…

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    4 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 23:00

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  6. An afternoon tea in the Tea Shop
    An afternoon tea in the Tea Shop
    Festive Afternoon Tea at Blackwell

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Add a little indulgence to the festive season with a special Festive Afternoon Tea at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house.

    Enjoy a carefully curated menu inspired by the comforting flavours of Christmas in Blackwell's charming Tea Room. Expect…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    4 Dec 2026to19 Dec 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00

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  7. Windermere Jetty Gift Shop
    Windermere Jetty Gift Shop
    Festive Members' Shopping Day at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere


    Event Details
    Enjoy 15% off your festive shopping at Windermere Jetty Museum on Saturday 5 December.

    Exclusive to Lakeland Arts Members, this offer can be used on most products in Windermere Jetty Museum's Gift Shop, making it a lovely…

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    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

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    5 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  8. Everlasting wreath
    Everlasting wreath
    Everlasting Wreath Making Workshop at Blackwell

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Treat yourself or someone special to a mindful, hands-on experience crafting a luxurious wreath using sustainably grown and dried British foliage and festive florals. Guided by Ashley from The Floralistas, you'll create a wild and whimsical design…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    5 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 13:30

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  9. Women smelling scents
    Women smelling scents
    Festive Candle Making Workshop at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Guided by experts in natural skincare and wellbeing, you'll unlock the secrets of essential oils, learning how to blend scents that suit your personal preferences and therapeutic needs. You'll then infuse your bespoke blend into natural coconut wax…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

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    5 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 13:30

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  10. Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run

    Address

    Ulverston Sports And Social Club, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9DR

    Telephone

    07739324267

    ljbayliff@icloud.com

    Ulverston

    Please join us for our Christmas 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Starting on the road, between the clubhouse car park and The Bay Horse Restaurant, this is a flat, fast PB course, weaving through Ulverston and down towards the coast road. It enters the bottom…

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    6 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

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  11. Kendal Concert Band performing by the lake
    Kendal Concert Band performing by the lake
    Christmas Carols by the lake with Kendal Concert Band

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Get into the festive spirit with a live Christmas carols performance by Kendal Concert Band at Windermere Jetty Museum on Wednesday 9 December.

    Taking place indoors in the Link Space near Lakeshore Café, this free performance offers a cosy and…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

    From:
    9 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00

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  12. Festive Quiz
    Festive Quiz
    Festive Quiz Night

    Address

    Boaters Bar Bowness, 1 Glebe Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HE

    Telephone

    01524 382538

    fundraising@sjhospice.org.uk

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    Festive Quiz Night - Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and put your knowledge to the test in an evening filled with fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Enjoy a festive atmosphere, great prizes, and plenty of Christmas cheer, all while…

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    From:
    10 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

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  13. Christmas decorations
    Christmas decorations
    Father Christmas Experience at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam, Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere

    At 11am, gather round in the Boathouse for festive storytelling. Father Christmas' friendly elves will also be on hand to help and share cosy hot chocolates with children, adding an extra festive treat to the experience.

    Father Christmas will…

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    From:
    12 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  14. Child crafting in the learning centre with his dad
    Child crafting in the learning centre with his dad
    Festive Family Day at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Set on the shores of Windermere, this relaxed family day invites children and their grown-ups to enjoy storytelling, creativity and a little seasonal magic beside England's largest natural lake.

    Join us for winter-themed storytelling sessions with…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  15. Kendal Concert Band
    Kendal Concert Band
    Festive Music at Blackwell with Kendal Concert Band

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Kendal, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    ecooper@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Experience Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house in a new light this Christmas as the sounds of live festive music fill the magnificent Main Hall.

    On Wednesday 16 December, Kendal Concert Band will bring the house to life with a bright and uplifting…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    16 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00

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  16. Willow deer in a garden
    Willow deer in a garden
    Festive Deer Willow Weaving Workshop at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Address

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZ

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Guided by the experienced team from Kendal-based Willowpool Designs, you'll spend the day creating your own handmade willow deer decoration to take home and display during the festive season.

    Taking place in the Learning Centre, with…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

    From:
    16 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  17. Sleeping Beauty
    Sleeping Beauty
    Sleeping Beauty Pantomime

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +441229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Get ready, Barrow! As this Christmas, your fairy tale pantomime adventure returns as Sleeping Beauty arrives at Barrow Town Hall, bringing a burst of magic, mischief, and full-on pantomime chaos.

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  18. Sold out comedy event
    Sold out comedy event
    Planet Mirth - Comedy As Seen On TV - Ulverston

    Address

    England, ULVERSTON, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA127JQ

    Telephone

    01229 820000

    Planetmirthcomedy@gmail.com

    Ulverston

    Cumbria's biggest comedy club!

    Featuring four award winning, Edinburgh Fringe storming, prime time TV smashing acts including:

    Ali Woods
    Winner of Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 2020. As seen on ITV2's The Stand Up Sketch Show. "The real deal…

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    From:
    18 Dec 2026Open 18:40 - 22:00

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  19. Harps Northwest
    Harps Northwest
    Festive Music with Harps North West

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Kendal, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Wander through Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house this festive season as the enchanting sound of Harps North West fills the house with festive tunes and carols.

    As you explore Blackwell's beautifully crafted interiors and major M H Baillie Scott…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    From:
    19 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00

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  20. Father Christmas at Blackwell
    Father Christmas at Blackwell
    Festive Family Day at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Make some special memories together at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house this December.

    On Saturday 19 December, Blackwell will be filled with festive fun for the whole family. Get creative making colourful pompom decorations and paperchains,…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    From:
    19 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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