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  1. Food & Drink in The Lake District, Cumbria
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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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Make Your Own Distilled Spirit

Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…

Fish and Chips and a Steamer on Ullswater
Fish and Chip Supper Evening Cruises

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Bess & Barrel

Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer…

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The Thompson Brothers - Live by The River

Join us at Wainwrights' Inn for a free, family friendly afternoon of live music with the Thompson…

Prize-winning knitted sheep
Thirlmere Open Flower Show

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Summer Foraging with Wild Food UK

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Distillery Tour & Tasting

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Summer Foraging with Wild Food UK

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Keswick Market

Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.

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Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour at Shed One

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Summer Picnic

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Lake District Sheep Dog Trials

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A Romantasy Themed Evening hosted by Periodic Fables and The Crown Cellar

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Westmorland Dales Festival

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Pennington's Distillery Tour

Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…

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  • 2Fish and Chip Supper Evening Cruises
  • 3Bess & Barrel
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  • 5Thirlmere Open Flower Show
  • 6Summer Foraging with Wild Food UK
  • 7Distillery Tour & Tasting
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  • 9Keswick Market
  • 10Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour at Shed One
  • 11Summer Picnic
  • 12Lake District Sheep Dog Trials
  • 13A Romantasy Themed Evening hosted by Periodic Fables and The Crown Cellar
  • 14Westmorland Dales Festival
  • 15Pennington's Distillery Tour
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    Keswick Market

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    Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5JR

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    07753 934 540

    Phil.byers@cumberland.gov.uk

    Keswick

    Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.

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    Pennington's Distillery Tour

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    Pennington's Spirits, Pennington's Spirits & Liqueurs (Pennington's Distillery), Unit 3 Millennium House, Boundary Bank, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5RR

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    01539592051

    info@penningtonspirits.com

    Boundary Bank, Kendal

    Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of Pennington's Spirits, an award-winning Lake District distillery based on the outskirts of Kendal.

    This behind-the-scenes distillery experience offers…

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    Pennington's Spirits, Kendal

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    Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour at Shed One

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    The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

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    07794699913

    info@shed1distillery.com

    Ulverston

    Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…

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    Shed One Distillery Tours & Tastings, Ulverston

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    Distillery Tour & Tasting

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    Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

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    07794699913

    info@shed1distillery.com

    North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…

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    Nether Wasdale, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1ET

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    07517541829

    wasdaleparishclerk@gmail.com

    Seascale

    Summer picnic if weather cooperated, inside the old school if not. Donations to old school fund

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    Fish and Chips and a Steamer on Ullswater
    Fish and Chip Supper Evening Cruises

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    Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge Pier, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NN

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    01768482229

    enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk

    Pooley Bridge

    A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical entertainment. The ticket price includes a two-hour evening cruise departing from Pooley Bridge pier and a fish and chip supper (veggie/gluten-free…

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    Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding

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    People at Shed One making their own spirit with owner Andy
    Make Your Own Distilled Spirit

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    Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

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    07794699913

    info@shed1distillery.com

    North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025

    Create your own distilled gin or vodka in this hands-on experience hosted by Shed One founders and distillers, Andy and Zoe.

    Begin with a welcome drink and guided distillery tour, then…

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    A Romantasy Themed Evening hosted by Periodic Fables and The Crown Cellar

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    The Crown Lane Cellar, 18 Fisher St, Long Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8RH

    periodicfablescarlisle@gmail.com

    Long Lane, Carlisle

    You've read the novels,

    You've listened to the audio books,

    You've got all of the special signed editions...

    now it's time to step into those books.

    Periodic Fables and The Crown Lane Cellar are proud to host a truly magical…

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    Summer Foraging with Wild Food UK

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    Acorn Bank, Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SP

    Telephone

    01981 590604

    admin@wildfooduk.com

    Penrith

    Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's bountiful larder in this stunning location.
    Learn how to safely identify fresh wild plants, mushrooms, fruits and berries to boost your health, mealtimes and…

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    Acorn Bank, Penrith

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    Chicken of the Woods
    Summer Foraging with Wild Food UK

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    Acorn Bank, Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1SP

    Telephone

    01981 590604

    admin@wildfooduk.com

    Penrith

    Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's bountiful larder in this stunning location.
    Learn how to safely identify fresh wild plants, mushrooms, fruits and berries to boost your health, mealtimes and…

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    Acorn Bank, Penrith

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    Image with details of 'Live by the River' music at Wainwrights' Inn
    The Thompson Brothers - Live by The River

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    Wainwrights' Inn, Chapel Stile, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JD

    Telephone

    +441539438026

    wainwrightsinn@langdale.co.uk

    Ambleside

    Join us at Wainwrights' Inn for a free, family friendly afternoon of live music with the Thompson Brothers. We will be firing up the BBQ and as always fantastic beer! Come along enjoy some of Wainwrights' famous hospitality by the river, we cant…

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  12. A scene from last year's Westmorland Dales Festival on Church Green, Kirkby Stephen
    A scene from last year's Westmorland Dales Festival on Church Green, Kirkby Stephen
    Westmorland Dales Festival

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    Market Square, Kirkby Stephen, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4QT

    Telephone

    +447834488773

    coleman@fellhouse.net

    Kirkby Stephen

    Join us to celebrate the wonderful Westmorland Dales with a packed weekend of exploration, events & entertainment! Something for everyone and lots of free activities for all to enjoy.
    Festival highlights include Fell Foodie Harrison Ward with…

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    Bess & Barrel

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    Holker Hall and Gardens, Holker Hall & Gardens, Cark, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PL

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    +441539558328

    info@holker.co.uk

    Cark, Grange-over-Sands

    Experience the perfect blend of music, food, and craft beer at Bess & Barrel, our monthly Summer celebration held in the stunning Holker Hall and Gardens Courtyard. Enjoy live tunes, delicious seasonal dishes, and expertly poured beers in a vibrant,…

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    Holker Hall and Gardens, Grange-over-Sands

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    Prize-winning knitted sheep
    Thirlmere Open Flower Show

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    Stanah Lane, Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4TW

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    01768780090

    srav6p@yahoo.co.uk

    Keswick

    Thirlmere's 76th show! Everyone is welcome to join the cut and thrust of the competitions or come and share the buzz when the doors open at 2.30pm on Saturday 1 August. The WI teas are second to none and this year we also have music from the North…

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    Lake District Sheep Dog Trials

    Address

    Hill Farm, Ings, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9QQ

    Telephone

    +447769871819

    jad_yoadpot@hotmail.com

    Staveley

    Sheep Dog Trials running all day along with an open dog show, hound trail races, craft stalls, bar and food.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

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  16. Flowers and chicken at Cumberland Flower Farm
    Flowers and chicken at Cumberland Flower Farm
    Seasonal Picnic Lunch at Cumberland Flower Farm

    Address

    5 Valley View, Little Clifton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1YS

    Telephone

    07928986915

    harriet@cumberlandflowerfarm.co.uk

    Workington

    Cumberland Flower Farm is rarely open to the public, but this year we're hosting a few small, special events where you can take a look around our sustainable flower farm, see how we grow, and enjoy good food and good company. You'll have the chance…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026Open 11:30 - 14:30
    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 11:30 - 14:30

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  17. Mermaids at the 2025 Maryport Taste of the Sea festival
    Mermaids at the 2025 Maryport Taste of the Sea festival
    Maryport Taste of the Sea

    Address

    Maryport Harbourside, South Quay, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8AB

    Telephone

    01228 817200

    paul.walker@cumberland.gov.uk

    Maryport

    Maryport is welcoming back Taste Cumbria on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August 2026 for the Taste of the Sea festival.

    After the success of expanding it over two sites last year, that will happen again this Summer, ensuring it makes the very best use…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  18. Start of Junior Fell Race
    Start of Junior Fell Race
    Rusland Show

    Address

    Rusland Show, Whitestock Meadow, Rusland, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8LB

    Telephone

    07759368997

    ruslandshowinfo@gmail.com

    Rusland, Ulverston

    A traditional Lakeland show, now in its 141st year, in a beautiful valley in the South Lakes. Fell running, track racing, flowers, vegetables, home produce and crafts. Children's competitions and races you can enter on the day, dog show, fancy…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026Open 12:20 - 17:00

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  19. Country & Western Summer Fest
    Country & Western Summer Fest
    Country & Western Summer Fest at Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa

    Address

    Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UX

    Telephone

    017687 77285

    lodorefalls@lakedistricthotels.net

    Keswick

    Join us for a lively summer afternoon of country music, Texan barbecue and outdoor entertainment at the beautiful Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa in the Lake District.

    Set on the stunning terraces overlooking Derwentwater and award-winning gardens, our…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2026Open 16:00 - 19:00

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  20. Blacknose Beauties National Show & Sale
    Blacknose Beauties National Show & Sale
    Blacknose Beauties National Sale & Show

    Address

    Rosehill Industrial Estate, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2RS

    Telephone

    07507600523

    shows@valaisblacknosesociety.co.uk

    Carlisle

    Join us at the 10th Anniversary Blacknose Beauties National Show & Sale — the pinnacle event in the Valais Blacknose Society calendar, celebrating the famous Valais Blacknose sheep, often known as the "world's cutest sheep."
    Held in Carlisle,…

    Dates

    From:
    21 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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