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Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AETelephone
01539560951Nr Kendal
Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in Holeslack barn, on Sizergh's estate.
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- From:
- 14 Feb 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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The Beacon Museum, West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302Whitehaven
This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell Kenworthy (1858–1954). Kenworthy's portraits bring to life the people of West Cumbria during the Edwardian period. Through faces and stories, visitors can…
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- From:
- 14 Feb 2026to21 June 2026Various Opening Times
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Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AETelephone
01539560951Nr Kendal
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists, inspired by soil.
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- From:
- 14 Feb 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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Allan Bank, National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QBTelephone
01539435143Grasmere
Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of modern printmaking. Women in Print draws inspiration from the life and legacy of Gwyneth Alban Davis, whose values of community, resilience, and…
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- 15 Feb 2026to30 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Station Road, Keswick, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NFTelephone
01768773263Keswick
Inside just got interesting.
Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is reimagined. Sound, story and digital exploration blend into a hands-on experience that's full of life, built for curious minds and restless feet of all ages…
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- From:
- 20 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Fusehill St, Carlisle CA1 2HH, UKFusehill St, Carlisle, England, CA1 2HHTelephone
6506188162Carlisle
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo off cathedral spires. This self-guided audio tour turns your walk through Caldewgate into a vivid adventure, unwrapping secrets and scandals most…
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- 2 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 12:00 - 14:00
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LA11 6PN, Blencathra Farm, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6PNTelephone
07981134373Cartmel
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children. At All About Alpacas, we aim to get kids comfortable with caring for and being around animals in a safe and interactive environment. Join us for a…
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- 3 Mar 2026to27 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01593621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Shortlisted works from Farfield Mill's Textile Competition, chosen by judges Jan Beadle, Cas Holmes, and Marie Walin. Each piece interprets the theme "Metamorphosis," expressing transformation through textile form, colour, and process. Displayed in…
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- 25 Mar 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the Nineties to vivid life. This exhibition has been curated by collector and cultural commentator Matt Fox.
Revisit the days of Britpop and Cool…
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- 28 Mar 2026to21 June 2026Various Opening Times
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Conferences, Weddings & Events at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
015395 31681Newby Bridge
Paddleboarding will be back in 2026
Try something new and have a splashing time!
We've again partnered with Paddleboard the Lakes to provide a super fun experience for you, your family and friends.
Whether it's taking up a new skill or perfecting…
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- 28 Mar 2026to1 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Pennington's Spirits, Pennington's Spirits & Liqueurs (Pennington's Distillery), Unit 3 Millennium House, Boundary Bank, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5RRTelephone
01539592051Boundary Bank, Kendal
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of Pennington's Spirits, an award-winning Lake District distillery based on the outskirts of Kendal.
This behind-the-scenes distillery experience offers…
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- 1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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- 1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told through the voices of people in Barrow and Kendal.
Step into an unseen world through immersive sound and film, artwork, poetry, and images created by…
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- 11 Apr 2026to3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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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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Try wild swimming in the Lake District. All you need to do is book, bring your swimming costume and…
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3rd June 2026Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
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23rd May 2026-30th May 2026Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
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20th February 2026-31st December 2026Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
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22nd May 2026-31st May 2026Thu 23 Apr- 18 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Enhance your drawing skills in a welcoming, relaxed…
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23rd April 2026-18th June 2026hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 202611.30am-5pm | 16+ yrs Explore acrylic painting and mixed media using a fresh still life of flowers…
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30th May 2026Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
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1st April 2026-1st November 2026Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's…
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28th May 2026-19th June 2026Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
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14th May 2026-14th October 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners,…
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29th May 2026-31st May 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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27th May 2026-27th May 2027Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
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23rd May 2026-1st September 2026The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers…
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4th June 2026A 5km circular guided walk around an estate that has recently undergone extensive nature recovery…
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3rd June 2026Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs Designed for those with life drawing experience,…
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24th April 2026-19th June 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Spend a lovely Day with Mark creating a characterful 'Green Man for the Garden' in Stoneware. A…
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31st May 2026Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Guided walk at RSPB Geltsdale looking at how nature and agriculture and history co-exist in the…
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4th June 2026On May 30, the Metropolitan Opera's 2025–26 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live…
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30th 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 2026
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