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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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- 22 July 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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- 6 June 2026to25 July 2026Various Opening Times
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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 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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The Victoria Wood Theatre, The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
01539440872Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a delightful musical spectacular! With beautiful puppets and enchanting songs, this theatrical treat is perfect for the whole family.
️ Thanks to the…
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- 18 July 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 18 July 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 21 July 2026to30 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 25 July 2026to30 Aug 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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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Pilgrim to the Cathedral as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral, and we very much hope you can join us and offer him a warm welcome
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring…
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- 22 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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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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- 19 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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Shap Road, KENDAL, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6NYTelephone
+447725834699Kendal
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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- 22 July 2026to23 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 5 Aug 2026to6 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling
Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on with real and replica objects, lead by one of our team of volunteers. Included in museum admission.
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Join our experienced, knowledgeable ranger as they lead your family around our amazing forest and show them just how much grows under the trees!
Our ranger will help you to spot what forest food you can eat and foods you should not along the way…
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Make a bowl or wall hanging in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. Have fun trying something new and enjoy being creative with hands on help and the freedom to create your own design.
During the class there will be an quick…
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 22 July 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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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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Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake…
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4th July 2026-6th September 2026BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
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22nd July 2026-23rd July 2026Join us to celebrate the wonderful Westmorland Dales with a packed weekend of exploration, events &…
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25th July 2026-26th July 2026The annual Keswick Convention has been taking place since 1875. A completely free event offering…
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18th July 2026-7th August 2026HAWKSHEAD PARISH CHURCH MUSIC FOR A SUMMER EVENING 2026 All concerts start at 7.30 pm Tues. 2nd…
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2nd June 2026-28th July 2026Discover Whitehaven's rich coastal heritage and explore how archaeology helps us understand the…
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26th July 2026Kids go home. Adults Go Ape. Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer?…
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2nd July 2026-28th August 2026The Helvellyn Double Dipper Swim provides the perfect adventure swimming day out. Swimming in the…
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23rd July 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 2026Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a…
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25th July 2026-30th August 2026Reactor, by Felicity Hammond, is a new multimedia installation exploring the possibilities of the…
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29th May 2026-1st August 2026Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
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23rd July 2026Participants will learn about: *The fascinating history of the process *Talk about design…
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23rd July 2026-24th July 2026Family Craft Drop-In Every Tuesday through the summer holidays we will be running craft drop-in…
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28th 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 2026Discover the amazing world of tiny creatures in this hands-on adventure! Perfect for all ages!…
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23rd July 2026Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
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28th March 2026-1st October 2026Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
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23rd July 2026Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
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11th April 2026-3rd October 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
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1st May 2026-29th August 2026Venture 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 2026Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
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