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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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Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…
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- 6 June 2026to1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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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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- 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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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part
This summer, we're transforming our top floor into Art Lab: a playful creative space for experimenting, making, and having fun.You and your family can drop in and explore a wide range of arts and crafts…
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- 22 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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- 29 July 2026to1 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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- 5 Aug 2026to8 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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- 12 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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- 19 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover Whitehaven's rich coastal heritage and explore how archaeology helps us understand the past. Through fascinating case studies, including Doggerland, this hands-on workshop examines coastal erosion, climate change, and the challenges of…
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- 26 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 26 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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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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- 26 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025
Create your own distilled gin or vodka in this hands-on experience hosted by Shed One founders and distillers, Andy and Zoe.
Begin with a welcome drink and guided distillery tour, then…
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- 26 July 2026Open 13:00 - 17:00
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- 13 Dec 2026Open 13:30 - 17:00
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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NTTelephone
015394 36674Hawkshead, Ambleside
Beth Williams, a local Beatrix Potter researcher, and welcome manager at Hill Top, will be joining us to explore how WWI impacted Beatrix Potter & the residents of these Lakeland villages. Beth will talk about local genealogy & the complexities in…
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- 27 July 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
A summer of fun awaits at Whinlatter Forest!
Let your little one go wild in the summer holidays at Whinlatter with the return of Wild Things Adventure Club. The club offers lots of brilliant forest activities that is sure to keep you're little…
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- 27 July 2026to29 July 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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- 3 Aug 2026to5 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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- 10 Aug 2026to12 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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- 17 Aug 2026to19 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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Island Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2SBTelephone
+447725834699Barrow-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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- 28 July 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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- 11 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
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7th July 2026-19th June 2027Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
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26th July 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 2026Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines arrived in the UK on…
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1st August 2026The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Family | Take Part Book now Join us for a special five-week summer…
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29th July 2026Get up close with some amazing reptiles and discover the fascinating adaptions that help them…
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30th July 2026BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
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28th July 2026A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by…
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15th July 2026-13th September 2026The Lakeland 100 'Ultra Tour of the Lake District' is the most spectacular long distance trail race…
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24th July 2026-26th July 2026Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026London, 1660. The theatres are alive, the monarchy's restored, and women are finally allowed on…
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9th July 2026-1st August 2026Reactor, by Felicity Hammond, is a new multimedia installation exploring the possibilities of the…
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29th May 2026-1st August 2026Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are…
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6th May 2026-5th August 2026We are excited to be working with Barrow AFC and Bluebird Supporters club to bring you the Barrow…
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18th July 2026-20th September 2026Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK…
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3rd July 2026-4th October 2026Family Craft Drop-In Every Tuesday through the summer holidays we will be running craft drop-in…
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28th July 2026Discover Whitehaven's rich coastal heritage and explore how archaeology helps us understand the…
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26th July 202611am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
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21st April 2026-27th August 2026Join us for a Beetham Summer Social in the lush backdrop of The Growing Nursery gardens! Play YETI…
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25th July 2026-26th July 2026Discover 200 years of Rock Climbing history, from the earliest scrambles to the modern sport we…
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10th July 2026-31st August 2026Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
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18th July 2026-19th September 2026Soak up the magic of a summer evening on England's finest lake! Enjoy live music, a delicious…
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6th June 2026-29th August 2026Pedalling from venue to venue with all of their set, props and costumes on the back of their bikes,…
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29th July 2026Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
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