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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to the Fratry from 2pm.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance…
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- From:
- 21 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 14:40
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Wasdale Hall Lodge, Nether Wasdale, Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1EXTelephone
01768774649Wasdale
We will gather to honour the longest night and welcome the rebirth of the sun.
Join in a ritualistic sacred circle on the shores of Wastwater to welcome the return of the sun. Led by Karen Whybrow Coaching, you'll connect with the flow of the…
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- From:
- 21 Dec 2025Open 15:30 - 17:00
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Chapel Stile, Ambleside, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JDTelephone
015394 38088Ambleside
Join us on Monday 22nd December for an exciting morning at Wainwrights' Inn at Chapel Stile. Start your day with a hearty full English breakfast with unlimited tea, coffee and juice. Then head out to meet the big guy himself, Father Christmas! …
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- From:
- 22 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 12:00
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Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre at Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQTelephone
+44 (0)1229 584029Conishead Priory, Ulverston
CHRISTMAS EVE & DAY & MEDITATION RETREAT
Celebrate Christmas in a different wayThis Christmas, give yourself the most meaningful gift: a peaceful and loving heart.
In the beautiful and relaxing environment of the Kadampa Temple for World Peace,…
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- From:
- 24 Dec 2025to28 Dec 2025Open 09:10 - 20:30
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The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
01539 531681Newby Bridge
We can't wait to welcome Rob Young to The Swan this Christmas Eve for a magical evening of live music.
Settle in and enjoy the cosy festive atmosphere as Rob fills the room with his unique blend of roots acoustic blues, ragtime, and the…
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- From:
- 24 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
01539 531681Newby Bridge
Food, glorious food!
Christmas Lunch at The Swan
'Cause food is what Christmas is really about, right? Enjoy your turkey dinner with all of the trimmings, minus the washing up this year! Join us for a fabulously festive 3-course lunch with all of…
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- From:
- 25 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 17:00
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Lake Road, Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BJTelephone
07821 888969Bowness-on-Windermere
John has been performing as Elvis Presley for many years & is well loved in the Furness area.
This show is John singing to track (not a full band show), hence the lower ticket price. Even without a band John never fails to entertain.
There will…
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- 26 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:50
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The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
01539 531681Newby Bridge
We're delighted to welcome Becki Fishwick to The Swan this Boxing Day for an uplifting evening of live music.
Relax into the festive spirit as Becki brings her signature blend of vintage vocals, soulful classics, and modern favourites — the perfect…
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- From:
- 26 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
Address
The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
01539 531681Newby Bridge
We're thrilled to welcome Helen Miller to The Swan on 27th December for a soulful evening of live music.
Keep the festive feeling going as Helen performs a beautiful mix of contemporary favourites, easy-listening classics, and laid-back acoustic…
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- From:
- 27 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
Address
The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
01539 531681Newby Bridge
We're excited to welcome Rob Thompson to The Swan on 28th December for a laid-back Twixmas evening of live music.
Sink into the in-between-days bliss as Rob performs a mix of acoustic favourites, feel-good classics, and modern crowd-pleasers – the…
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- From:
- 28 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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The Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQTelephone
+441768868000Penrith
It's puppet pandemonium in this magical pantomime!
Join Pinocchio, Geppetto, and a cast of colourful characters as the little wooden boy sets out on a wild adventure to become real, but watch out for the villainous Stromboli who's always out to…
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- From:
- 28 Dec 2025to29 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
0333 344 6250The Abbey, Carlisle
Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set within the enchanting surroundings of Carlisle Cathedral , an architectural jewel in the heart of…
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- 28 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
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On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
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21st November 2025-24th December 2025Get creative with us this Christmas holidays at Abbot Hall. Make a Clothes Peg Doll Materials will…
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20th December 2025-3rd January 2026What was Christmas like when the Wordsworths lived at Dove Cottage 200 years ago? Have a go at some…
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20th December 2025-4th January 2026This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
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22nd December 2025Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
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4th November 2025-21st December 2025On 17 October 2025 18:00-19:00 Over a period of ten years, Teesdale based artist, Andy Beck,…
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1st February 2025-31st December 2025Enjoy a magical evening of Christmas storytelling in Dove Cottage. We'll first meet in our…
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18th December 2025Tuesday 16th December 2025 Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three…
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16th December 2025✨ Santa's Grotto Experience – Just £10 per Child! (Adults go free!) Step into the magic of…
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13th December 2025-22nd December 2025On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
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1st February 2025-31st December 2025A restorative floating sound bath in the heart of the Lake District. Renew your mind, body and soul…
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16th December 2025As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
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1st November 2025-1st February 2026Special Christmas edition of the popular comedy night featuring 4 award winning, Edinburgh Fringe…
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19th December 2025Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20…
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20th December 2025Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a…
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4th November 2025-21st December 2025Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to…
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21st December 2025Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree,…
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20th November 2025-22nd December 2025On 29 October 2025 10:00-17:00 It's that time of year again! Fungi Fest returns! We're…
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1st February 2025-31st December 2025Come one, come all, to The Swan Hotel's lair, The Grinch himself will be waiting there! This…
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22nd November 2025-21st December 2025This new body of work explores the ever-changing Lakeland landscape. The work is abstract, painted…
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