Cumbria is fast becoming the foodie capital of the north, with an array of Michelin starred restaurants; fantastic country pubs; cosy cafes; and a huge amount of culinary talent. Supporting this is the wide variety of food and drink events taking place throughout the year, from food festivals to farmer’s markets.
There are plenty of local delicacies to discover on your visit to the Lake District, Cumbria. This is the home of the Cumberland sausage, as well as Grasmere Gingerbread®, Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding, and Kendal Mintcake to name just a few. Our local markets are the perfect opportunity to sample our locally made food and drink, and there’s always one to visit somewhere across the region!
Taste Cumbria hosts a packed calendar of foodie events throughout the year, while there are also county shows at which to discover local produce and meet the makers. Keep an eye out for when these take place – they’re quite the experience!
For something a little different, why not discover a quirky event like the Dalemain Marmalade Festival; or compete to see who can eat the hottest chilli at Holker Hall & Gardens?
Our restaurants, pubs and cafes offer seasonal menus and often hold special events to celebrate occasions like the Christmas season, with limited edition Afternoon Teas and celebratory lunches alongside their regular menus. Fancy sightseeing while you enjoy some local grub? Some of our fantastic attractions host food themed events – how about fish and chips as you sail across Ullswater?
Indulge yourself and find out why the Lake District Cumbria is foodie heaven.
Voucher secures your spot. Or take a chance and just turn up. Arrival any time between 5pm & 7…
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market. In…
Voucher secures your spot. Or take a chance and just turn up. Arrival any time between 4pm & 7…
Dine in our elegant restaurant and indulge yourself surrounded by luxury this Easter Sunday! Check…
Our first Food & Folk event of the year, The Terrace @ Brantwood invites you to an evening full of…
The excitement is building, and the wait is finally over! We are delighted to announce the…
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Aynam Rd, Kendal
The excitement is building, and the wait is finally over! We are delighted to announce the much-anticipated return of our 4th annual Easter Beer Festival, set to be a weekend extravaganza filled with fantastic brews, live music, mouth-watering food,…
N Lonsdale Rd, Ulverston
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Arrival any time between 4pm & 7.15pm. Shed One will close at 8pm.
Voucher entitles you to one cocktail and 3 bite-sized cakes*. Additional cocktails/drinks can be purchased…
Keswick
Dine in our elegant restaurant and indulge yourself surrounded by luxury this Easter Sunday! Check out our unique, stunning walk-in wine cellar during your visit.
Let yourself relax as our friendly staff serve you a traditional roast dinner, with a…
The Abbey, Carlisle
Join us at Carlisle Cathedral on the first Saturday every month for Carlisle Farmers' Market.
In the historic grounds of the Cathedral you'll find everything from homemade goodies to artisan crafts, charity stalls and gifts for all occasions. All…
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle
East of Lake, Coniston
Our first Food & Folk event of the year, The Terrace @ Brantwood invites you to an evening full of Food & Folk. Starting with Chef's snack & welcome drink on arrival, followed by a 4 course tasting menu.
With live folk music all night we have some…
Brantwood, Home of John Ruskin, Coniston
N Lonsdale Rd, Ulverston
Voucher secures your spot. Or take a chance and just turn up.
Arrival any time between 5pm & 7.30pm. Shed One will close at 8pm.
Voucher entitles you to one cocktail and 3 bite-sized cakes*.
There will be a choice of 3 cocktails (Cocktails to be…
Dalston, Carlisle
Glitz & Glamour Awaits: Casino Night at Rose Castle
On Saturday 20th April, step into a world of timeless elegance and fun at Rose Castle's 'Glitz & Glamour' Casino Night!
Imagine:
- Sparkling in your finest threads amidst the historic grandeur…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Join us to welcome back the fantastic cast from After Dark for an evening of murderous entertainment with the highly entertaining 'Riddle at Casino Royale' at £49.50 per person including a 3-course meal and your entertainment
Hutton in the Forest
Skelton Show has become one of the major agricultural, country shows in Cumbria. Located in the picturesque parkland at Hutton-in-the Forest, it attracts over 10,000 visitors each year.
The show has a large horticultural and industrial marquee and…
Kendal
Sheep Dog Trials with hound trails, dog show and a small number of craft stands, bar, catering and ice cream van
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