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Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133Kendal
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…
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- From:
- 30 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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Cumbria Kart Racing Club, Kirkland, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3XUTelephone
+447940008820Frizington
We welcome all enthusiasts to our annual Automotive Car Show, hosted at one of Cumbria best kept secrets; Rowrah Go Kart Track.
This event has been designed to bring together a diverse community of individuals who share a passion for anything with…Dates
- From:
- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Whitehaven Harbour, 13 Slipway, Whitehaven, Cymbria, CA28 7LHTelephone
+441946692422Whitehaven
Tickets are now available for the main arena on the Sunday of Whitehaven Weekender, a vibrant new festival brought to you in partnership by Rosehill, Northern Equality and Diversity CIC and Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, bringing music,…
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- From:
- 30 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 19:00
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Holker Hall and Gardens, Holker Hall & Gardens, Cark, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PLTelephone
+441539558328Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Go behind the scenes at Holker Hall & Gardens with our Walled Garden Workshop, a hands-on experience for gardening enthusiasts of all levels. Explore the hidden corners of the walled garden, learn from our expert gardeners, and discover seasonal…
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- From:
- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 14:00
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Meet the Ancient Britons
During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet some Ancient Britons (www.ancientbritain.org) and find out about life on the edge of the Roman Empire. Included in the price of your visit, no booking…
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- 31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Keswick Road, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9PRTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take place at the Daffodil Hotel – on the shore of Grasmere lake and only a short walk from Dove Cottage, where former Poet Laureate William Wordsworth…
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- From:
- 1 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish sets, including a 25-meter dragon and a 20-meter pagoda, and its use of contemporary cinema and Chinese acrobatics.
The production features a cast of…
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- From:
- 1 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 22:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five years of creative practice.
Celebrating 25 Years of The Wool Clip marks a significant milestone for the artist-led co-operative founded in 2001 with a…
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- 2 Sept 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
Ambleside
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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- 2 Sept 2026to2 Sept 2027Various Opening Times
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Zeffirellis, Zeffirellis, 2 Compston Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9ADTelephone
015394 338452 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Ambleside Days is a Contemporary Jazz Festival which takes place inside the auditorium at Zeffirellis for a 4 day period.
A celebration of world class contemporary Jazz performances featuring some of the world's most outstanding players coming…
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- 3 Sept 2026to6 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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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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- From:
- 3 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Threlkeld Village Hall, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RXTelephone
+447931679654Keswick
The Northern String Quartet is a highly acclaimed and award-winning ensemble based in the UK, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025. Renowned for its versatility and musical excellence, the quartet has performed on prestigious platforms such as…
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- From:
- 3 Sept 2026Open 19:20 - 22:30
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What's On This Week
Be sure to bring your appetite, round up the family, and make a day of it and we'll do our best to…
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30th August 2026Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
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26th August 2026Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
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19th May 2026-29th October 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
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1st September 2026Make the most of the final weeks of the summer holidays with a fantastic family day out at Carlisle…
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27th August 2026Shipping Brow Contemporary 2026 brings together ten young, emerging and/ or contemporary artists…
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18th August 2026-20th September 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 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 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 2027Meet the Ancient Britons During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet…
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31st August 2026If you love wild swimming around beautiful islands then you will love our Wild Isle…
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29th August 2026Join us for an arty day at Whinlatter. Let the forest inspire your little ones to create your…
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26th August 2026Experience the magic of cinema beneath the stars in the beautiful grounds of Ambleside Manor.…
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28th August 2026-30th August 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 2026Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's…
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29th August 2026Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
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30th August 2026Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Adam Heron to the…
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26th August 2026Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection,…
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28th August 2026You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets…
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29th July 2026-30th September 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 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 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 2026Art exhibition showing 32 original paintings from a selection of Beckstones'artists all inspired by…
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15th August 2026-31st August 2026
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