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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.

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Fish and Chips Trains

Our fish & chip trains are back in 2023! Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at…

Whinlatter Wow Trail - Exclusive Preview and Afternoon Tea

Shhhh…can you keep a secret? We're very excited - our brand-new walking trail opens at Whinlatter…

Easter Sunday

A three-course meal including a free gift to all children.

Marmalade Festival

The Marmalade Festival is a celebration of marmalade makers and lovers. The Best in Show of the…

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Whinlatter Wow Trail - Exclusive Preview and Afternoon Tea

Address

Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

Telephone
01768778469

whinlatter@forestryengland.uk

Braithwaite, Keswick

Shhhh…can you keep a secret?
We're very excited - our brand-new walking trail opens at Whinlatter at the end of March, and you could be one of the very first people to explore it!
The Wow trail is a 4.5-mile walking trail showcasing the wonders of…

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Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

Dates

From:
29 Mar 2023Open 09:30 - 14:30

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Easter Sunday

Address

The Villa Levens, Brettargh Holt, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8EA

Telephone
01539 980 980

alison.cotton@thevillalevens.co.uk

Levens, Kendal

A three-course meal including a free gift to all children.

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From:
9 Apr 2023Open 12:00 - 20:00

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Fish and Chips Trains

Address

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Telephone
01229 717171

steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

Ravenglass

Our fish & chip trains are back in 2023! Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, and a fish & chip supper with mushy peas and a side of bread and butter. Drinks can be purchased on…

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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass

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From:
21 Apr 2023Open 18:00 - 20:40
From:
29 Sept 2023Open 18:00 - 20:40

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Marmalade Festival

Address

Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, Dalemain, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0HB

Telephone
01768486450

marmalade@dalemain.com

Penrith

The Marmalade Festival is a celebration of marmalade makers and lovers. The Best in Show of the 2023 Marmalade Awards will be announced. There will also be hundreds of marmalades to try and buy as well as thousands on display in the historic Mansion…

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From:
22 Apr 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Coronation Cream Tea On The Move

Address

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Telephone
01229 717171

steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

Ravenglass

To celebrate the Kings Coronation on May 6th, we are launching our NEW Coronation 'Cream Tea on the Move'. Available on selected dates in May.
Departures from Ravenglass 11.25 and 13.50. 2 x compartments per time slot.
£120 for two persons – max…

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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass

Dates

From:

1 May 2023to31 May 2023

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54 Degrees North

Address

54 Degrees North, Into the Woods, Little Salkeld, Cumbria, CA10 1NP

Telephone
00000000000000

mark@fiftyfourdegreesnorth.co.uk

Little Salkeld

54 Degrees North is a brand-new boutique family friendly food festival, located at Into the Woods, in the heart of Cumbria's Eden Valley, showcasing the very best of Cumbria's bountiful larder cooked by top chefs on open fires, running from Friday…

Dates

From:

5 May 2023to7 May 2023Open 18:00 - 00:00

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Gin Cruise with Ullswater 'Steamers'

Address

Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge pier, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA11 0LL

Telephone
017684 82229

enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Pooley Bridge

A Gin experience like no other! A special tasting with Chestnut House, focussing on a different local Gin Distillery for each event date. There will also be entertainment onboard with Fiona Hanlon to complete the atmosphere. Dogs not permitted.…

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From:
26 May 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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2 June 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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9 June 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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16 June 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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23 June 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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30 June 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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7 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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14 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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21 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Country Fest

Address

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7NH

Telephone
015395 67804

manager@westmorland.org.uk

Milnthorpe

A fun filled family day out!

Dates

From:

3 June 2023to4 June 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Gin Train Evening

Address

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Telephone
01229 717171

steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

Ravenglass

An evening with a special Gin twist or two! Train departs from Ravenglass station at 6pm, arrives Dalegarth at 6.40pm. Enjoy a scenic train ride to Dalegarth station to meet the Shed 1 distillery team. The team will be on hand to explain some of the…

Venue

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass

Dates

From:
9 June 2023Open 18:00 - 20:40
From:
15 Sept 2023Open 18:00 - 20:40

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The Villa Levens Wine Dinner

Address

The Villa Levens, Brettargh Holt, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8EA

Telephone
01539 980 980

alison.cotton@thevillalevens.co.uk

Levens, Kendal

Fiver-course meal with wines to accompany.

Dates

From:
16 June 2023Open 19:00 - 23:00

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Fish & Chip Supper Cruise with Ullswater 'Steamers'

Address

Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge pier, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA11 0LL

Telephone
017684 82229

enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Pooley Bridge

Our famous fish supper cruises return with musical entertainment from Pete Lashley. 7-9pm from Pooley Bridge pier.
Price includes two-hour evening cruise, fish & chip supper (veggie/gluten free options available on booking) and live entertainment.…

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4 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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11 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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18 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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25 July 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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1 Aug 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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8 Aug 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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15 Aug 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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22 Aug 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00
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29 Aug 2023Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Westmorland County Show

Address

Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7NH

Telephone
015395 67804

manager@westmorland.org.uk

Milnthorpe

Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out – voted as one of the UK's favourite Shows and enjoyed by over 30,000 visitors every year. A major livestock Show with classes for cattle, sheep, pigs,…

Dates

From:

13 Sept 2023to14 Sept 2023Open 08:00 - 17:00

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Pie, Mash and Pudding Train

Address

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Railway Station, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Telephone
01229 717171

steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

Ravenglass

NEW for 2023! The Pie & Mash train is just the ticket for a cold Autumnal evening out. Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at Ravenglass station pulled by one of our diesel engines, with a pie & mash & pudding treat waiting for you at…

Venue

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass

Dates

From:
20 Oct 2023Open 18:00 - 20:40

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Murder Mystery Cabaret Dinner

Address

The Belsfield Hotel, Kendal Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EL

Telephone
015394 42448

meetings@thebelsfieldhotel.com

Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere

Murder at the Moulin Rouge!
Arrive to a glass of fizz and enjoy a 3 course dinner as you watch the drama unfold.

Dates

From:
18 Nov 2023

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