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Hawskhead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA220LNTelephone
015394 36674Hawkshead, Ambleside
Though known as the school of William Wordsworth, many more schoolboys were educated here. Join us to uncover the boys' forgotten histories.
The venue is just up from Hawkshead Car Park, through black iron gates on the path towards the Church. We…
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- 28 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
Ambleside
This is a two day course which covers the rise of the arts and literary movement called modernism. Taking the book by Julia Kristeva poetry and revolution as our inspiration We can see how poetry was changed in the hands of the artists of the 19th…
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- 28 Sept 2026to29 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Widely considered Britain's most popular artist, David Hockney was a global sensation with exhibitions in London, New York, Paris and beyond, attracting millions of visitors worldwide.
Featuring intimate and in-depth interviews with Hockney, this…
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- 29 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
+447810890528Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
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- 29 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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The Armitt Museum, Rydal Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BLTelephone
01539431212Ambleside
"They come back with the fire tender - all the way from Kendal to Troutbeck Bridge"
Life in the Lake District before '999' - how emergencies were dealt with in the early 20th Century including memories of the man who drove the first motor ambulance,…Venue
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- 29 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30
Ravenglass
Join Rob Baxter at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 29 September for a fascinating talk on the history of the Seaton Priory Estate and the Pennington Family.
Seaton Priory was a rather obscure medieval nunnery near Bootle in West Cumbria. In this talk,…Venue
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- 29 Sept 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Join us for a live Q&A with X-Trillion Director Eleanor Church, hosted by Kelvyn James Founder, CEO & Trustee of Wellness Walks
It'll Never Work
Follow fisherman Hans Unkles' attempts to build the UK's first Carbon Zero, solar-powered fishing boat…
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- 30 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 22:00
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Hartsop Village Carpark, Hartsop, Penrith, CA110NZTelephone
07976949488Hartsop
A brilliant way to explore and learn...
Start to understand the signs of animals that run before us, nibble the shoots, gnaw the hazelnuts.. who was it? the red squirrel, the vole, or the fieldmouse? Who's poo is that?... the red deer, the Herdwick…
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- 30 Sept 2026Open 09:00 - 16:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
The original organist in the film Interstellar performing from the original score is a highlight for organ enthusiasts and film fans!
Roger Sayer worked closely with Hans Zimmer on the score to Christopher Nolan's celebrated modern classic,…
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- 1 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit…
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- 1 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Playing with Pattern Weaving Workshop with Jan Beadle
£75 plus £5 for materials on the day
Enjoy a creative day of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom with experienced weaver Jan Beadle. Suitable for both beginners and those with some weaving…Venue
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- 1 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LXTelephone
015394 32050Ambleside
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of connection, healing and transformation.
The Buffalo is the only animal that charges headfirst into a storm rather than run from it. While other animals turn and flee-prolonging their struggle – the buffalo…
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- 2 Oct 2026to4 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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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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What's On This Week
Make the most of the final weeks of the summer holidays with a fantastic family day out at Carlisle…
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27th August 2026A popular international market is set to return to Carlisle city centre. Shoppers will be spoilt…
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27th August 2026-31st August 2026Looking for a fun, free activity to keep little explorers entertained this summer? Our Palm Pals…
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13th July 2026-31st August 2026This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish…
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1st September 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 2026Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX. Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100…
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18th July 2026-6th September 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 2027Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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18th July 2026-3rd September 2026Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray. Designed for families and…
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18th July 2026-1st September 2026Looking for the ultimate family day out in Cumbria this summer? Get ready for Summer of Fun on the…
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18th July 2026-2nd September 202614 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
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7th July 2026-4th October 2026Shipping Brow Contemporary 2026 brings together ten young, emerging and/ or contemporary artists…
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18th August 2026-20th September 2026A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by…
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15th July 2026-13th September 2026"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
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15th July 2026-13th September 2026A brand-new festival comes to Whitehaven Harbourside Whitehaven Weekender is a new two-day…
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29th August 2026-30th August 2026Calling 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 2026Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
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28th August 2026-16th October 2026Season
29th August 2026-19th September 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Weekly on a Tuesday from 23.07 - 27.08. Aim for the high score as you test out your ancient archery…
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23rd July 2026-27th August 2026We welcome all enthusiasts to our annual Automotive Car Show, hosted at one of Cumbria best kept…
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30th August 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 2026Season
14th May 2026-14th October 2026Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake…
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4th July 2026-6th September 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 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 2026
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