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.
Our fish & chip trains are back in 2023! Your ticket includes a return journey, starting at…
Shhhh…can you keep a secret? We're very excited - our brand-new walking trail opens at Whinlatter…
A three-course meal including a free gift to all children.
The Marmalade Festival is a celebration of marmalade makers and lovers. The Best in Show of the…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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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…
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Levens, Kendal
A three-course meal including a free gift to all children.
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…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
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…
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…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
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…
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.…
Milnthorpe
A fun filled family day out!
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…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
Levens, Kendal
Fiver-course meal with wines to accompany.
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.…
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,…
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…
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass
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.
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