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Barrow Island Community & Sports Hub, Island Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2SBTelephone
07725834699Barrow-in-Furness
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses, interactive games and a dedicated toddler area for little adventurers. Families book timed…
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- From:
- 4 May 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini's Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin.
Baritone Igor Golovatenko…
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- From:
- 6 May 2026Various Opening Times
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The Coro, The Coro, County Square, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7LZTelephone
01229 820000County Square, Ulverston
A magical, fun-filled, fast-paced, and wickedly funny telling of the famous story of the princess sent to sleep for a hundred years after pricking herself on a spinning wheel. Suitable for all the family.
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- From:
- 6 May 2026to7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 20:30
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Wild Haweswater, Naddle Farm, Bampton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2RPTelephone
01931 713376Bampton, Penrith
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, at a slightly more manageable hour of the morning, and be immersed in the birdsong here at Wild…
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- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 07:00 - 09:30
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Buttermere Lake, -, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9XA.Telephone
015394 33826Buttermere
The Buttermere Swimble – The Buttermere Valley is surely one of the most beautiful in the Lake District. Buttermere itself is a stunning place to swim and the water is crystal clear, with that typical slate blue tint we know and love. The walking…
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- 7 May 2026Various Opening Times
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- 18 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and place to get to the heart of the religion he is so passionate about. Join us for this one-off evening with the author of 'Touching Cloth', 'The Field…
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- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
As in ripe for the taking.
As in a heart swelled to twice its size.
As in soft. As in delicious. As in ready.World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker brings his characteristic warmth, wit and wonder to new parenthood. From introducing his baby to a…
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- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
Address
Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Fresh from a sell-out residency at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the new and acclaimed show embarks on its 2026 tour.
Award nominated stand-up and improviser Jon Hipkiss brings together the ultimate celebration of comedy and fandom. Based solely…
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- From:
- 8 May 2026Open 19:30 - 20:50
Address
Newbiggin Village Hall, Newbiggin, Penrith, CA11 0HTTelephone
01372 363438Newbiggin
Join Rainbow Trust's Adventure Triple Challenge!
A transformative day of cycling, paddling and trekking through the Lake District all to help Rainbow Trust deliver emotional and practical support to families caring for a seriously ill child.
This…
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- 8 May 2026to10 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07423753212Braithwaite, Keswick
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…
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- From:
- 8 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Conferences, Weddings & Events at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
015395 31681Newby Bridge
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan on the 8th May for an evening of live music.
Reuben Tighe fingerpicks his way through an eclectic mix of blues, foot stomping folk and original music, delivering a euphonious delight to…
Dates
- From:
- 8 May 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
Address
Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
An intimate evening of songs and stories with one of the legends of soul music.
Since she became London's First Lady of Soul back in the 60's, P.P. Arnold is a real Soul Survivor, still going strong. The term "well-established" might be appropriate…
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- 8 May 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Easter with your family? Take on Egg-venture, a 'cracking'…
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25th March 2026-31st May 2026Discover the work of acclaimed artist Julian Cooper at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick, Cumbria,…
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16th March 2026-18th April 2026We're excited to be working with talented photographer and teacher, Dave Wilson, to bring you this…
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29th March 2026-26th April 2026Come for a steam train ride through the South Tyne Valley from Alston in Cumbria to Slaggyford in…
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6th April 2026Go Ape Grizedale is reopening its three sites for Easter and beyond. Come on down for fun for all…
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28th March 2026-14th April 2026Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
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28th March 2026-21st June 2026Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This…
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11th October 2025-31st May 2026Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026A comic radio play presented live on stage – with the help of the audience! Mad but fun! What is…
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10th April 2026Looking for something creative to do with the family this Easter? Join us at Blackwell – the Arts &…
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28th March 2026-11th April 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th July 2026Kris Drever is among Scotland's most acclaimed and distinctive contemporary musicians, celebrated…
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9th April 2026Celebrate the launch of our first All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Carvery at The Borrowdale Hotel. Enjoy…
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5th April 2026Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom! Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom! Help collect the…
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8th April 2026Molly Warburton, a UK Indie Pop singer-songwriter from Lancaster, will be joining us at The Swan on…
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10th April 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
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24th March 2026-24th April 2026xplore our Collection Galleries for less while we prepare for our upcoming exhibitions. From…
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18th March 2026-10th April 2026Annual Easter Exhibition of Brough and Stainmore Art Group. There's no entry fee and all are…
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4th April 2026-6th April 2026Make your way along the trail and find nature-inspired activities for the whole family. The trail…
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3rd April 2026-6th April 2026Get Crafty! Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great…
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30th March 2026-12th April 2026
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