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Ambleside
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming. Rydal Water has a fascinating history and is the ideal location for wild swimming. Join us on this gem of a swim-hike, swim the islands of Rydal Water,…
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- 27 May 2026to27 May 2027
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- 2 Sept 2026
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The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913Ulverston
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…
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- 19 June 2026to14 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 28 Aug 2026to16 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX.
Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth…Venue
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- 18 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
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- 7 Sept 2026to11 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Wray, Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JATelephone
015394 33250Ambleside
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of the Wray team.
Starting on the Castle terrace, you'll stop at key points around the perimeter to hear how the Dawson family created the estate,…
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- 18 July 2026to3 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 6 Sept 2026to22 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 24 Oct 2026to5 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 8 Nov 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Ladyholme Centre, 21 Lake Road, Winderemere, Cumbria, LA23 2JATelephone
07768594846Winderemere
Windermere Art Society Annual Exhibition
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- 3 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 17:30
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- 10 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
This year, André Rieu celebrates a spectacular milestone — the 20th anniversary of his iconic summer concerts on the magnificent Vrijthof square. Captured live in his beloved hometown, this brand-new cinema event marks two decades of music and…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 15:20
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Canal Foot, DALTON-IN-FURNESS, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA129ELTelephone
01524 381820Ulverston
Join CancerCare for a walk to the unique landmark Chapel Island, one of Morecambe Bay's hidden gems, on Sunday 9th August 2026!
The route sets off from Canal Foot (near Ulverston), from where we will make our way along the sands across the Bay…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 01:30 -
Address
Ravenglass, Cumbria, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RGTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
Help create a lasting piece of community artwork!
Join Muncaster's Kitchen Garden team throughout the day as they work on a vibrant community mural. Everyone is invited to add their own contribution to this new masterpiece.
This is a wonderful…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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Borrans Park, Ambleside, Borrans Road, AMBLESIDE, Cumbria, LA22 0ENTelephone
01257 251217AMBLESIDE
Epic Lakes Swim Windermere is the final event of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series and takes place from Borrans Park, Waterhead. You can choose either the 750m, 1500m, 3k or 5k distances, depending upon your age and ability. Bring the family and…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00
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Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
01539 266 200Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 1pm & 2.30pm
Join Concerteenies for the musical story of The Duck With No Luck.
'When Dizzy the duck oversleeps and misses the flight South, he knows that he must, somehow, catch…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 13:00 -
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 14:30 -
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Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7HXTelephone
01539 266 200Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Kirsty McClean - Santuzza | Jay Broadhurst - Turiddu | Anna Elizabeth Cooper - Lola | Jemima Gray - Lucia | Alex Riddell - Alfio | Lilly-May Woodward - Violin | Northern Chamber Orchestra | Lake…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 17:00 -
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Every Sunday at 2pm
Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the volunteer guides. The tours last for 30-45 minutes and are subject to the weather. The fort is situated in farmland, which is uneven and there may be sheep…
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Our new travel planner enables you to plan your trip in the most efficient way possible.- A firm favourite, our fish and chip supper evening cruises are back, featuring musical entertainment.
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