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Go Ape Whinlatter, Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
01603 895500Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite
Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near Keswick for an unforgettable outdoor adventure. Open throughout the school holidays and bank holiday, Go Ape offers two thrilling high ropes experiences…
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- 22 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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Rosehill, Moresby, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Theo and Ivy: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids.
However, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentments soon emerge when Theo's career nosedives and Ivy's own ambitions take off…
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- 22 May 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
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The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NBTelephone
015395 31681Newby Bridge
Guess who's back… and treating you with kindness. ✨
Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — and on 22nd May (6–9pm) we're going full Harry Styles for a night of golden, feel-good vibes in our spa garden.
Think Watermelon Sugar sunsets, Golden hour…
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- 22 May 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beggar's Theatre, Market Square, Millom, Cumbria, LA184HZTelephone
01229775677Millom
Stories in the Dust by Anna Harriott and Iona Fleur Sheppard
The sun beats down on two travellers, journeying across a mysterious land in a contraption they've built themselves. They sing, play games, and tell stories inspired by a collection of…
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- 22 May 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
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B5343, Great Langdale, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JUAmbleside
The Arc'teryx Climb Academy Lake District returns May 23 – 25, 2026.
The Arc'teryx Climb Academy Lake District lets you tap into the essence of trad climbing with a range of clinics and workshops run by expert guides and world-class athletes. At…
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- 23 May 2026to25 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QFTelephone
01539536340The Racecourse, Cartmel
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends and celebrations, the combination of thrilling jump racing and a relaxed party atmosphere brings thousands of people back year after year. Over nine…
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- 23 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QFTelephone
01539536340The Racecourse, Cartmel
Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
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- 23 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Windermere Jetty Museum, Bowness, Cumbria, LA231BNTelephone
015394 46139Bowness
Join us in the Learning Centre this May half term for free, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity and learning through play.
Make a Flying Fish
What kinds of fish live in Windermere? Get creative in the Learning Centre…
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
12-4pm | 16+ yrs
Have you wanted to give our incredible clay courses a go but you're not sure if it's for you? Join our resident ceramist and artist, Chris Barnes, to explore clay and get your hands dirty in our studio in a fun, informal and…Dates
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- 23 May 2026Open 12:00 - 16:00
Ambleside
Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead, Ambleside. The morning session is ideal for those who are new to outdoor swimming. It aims to enhance your knowledge and boost your confidence while…
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- 23 May 2026to18 July 2026Various Opening Times
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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
015394 46139Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Looking for something creative to do with the kids this May half term? Join us at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house for hands-on crafting activities inspired by our new Useful/Beautiful exhibition.
Decorate a Pot!
Decorate your own paper pot…
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- 23 May 2026to30 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the Easter holidays. From hands-on crafts to gallery adventures, there's plenty to keep curious minds busy.
Draw a Self-Portrait!
Draw a self-portrait…
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- 23 May 2026to30 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Our new travel planner enables you to plan your trip in the most efficient way possible.- A firm favourite, our fish and chip supper evening cruises are back, featuring musical entertainment.
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What's On This Week
Step into the radiant world of Carlisle Cathedral's stained glass with our brand‑new tour, Sacred…
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23rd May 2026Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
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22nd April 2026-24th June 2026Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
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22nd April 2026-24th June 2026The Buttermere Swim Hike takes an exciting approach to wild swimming by combining one of our…
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21st May 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Vivaldi - Sonata No.6 in B flat RV46 Elgar - Chanson de Matin Fauré - Après un Rêve Saint-Saëns -…
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21st May 2026Join us in the Learning Centre this May half term for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
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23rd May 2026-31st May 2026Looking for something creative to do with the kids this May half term? Join us at Blackwell – the…
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23rd May 2026-30th May 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm | 18+ yrs Mature Movers is an open dance class for…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs A great way to relax, learn a new…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Tue 21 Apr- 16 Jun (8 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ yrs An introduction to four different styles of…
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21st April 2026-16th June 2026Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Join us on Monday 18 May 2026 at Carlisle Racecourse for afternoon flat racing. Our first fixture…
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18th May 2026Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
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22nd May 2026-31st May 2026Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
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23rd May 2026-30th May 2026'Music in the Park' Summer Concerts Various bands will perform in the Bandstand in Park Road…
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24th May 2026Acorn Bank can be found at Temple Sowerby, just a few miles east of Penrith and situated between…
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23rd May 2026Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1-2.30pm | 7+ yrs Art Explorers is a creative and sociable mixed…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026The Arc'teryx Climb Academy Lake District returns May 23 – 25, 2026. The Arc'teryx Climb Academy…
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23rd May 2026-25th May 2026Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are…
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6th May 2026-5th August 2026Our popular series of free Afternoon Recitals continues — we're delighted to welcome Chiara Lordi…
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20th May 2026Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk. Inspired by a…
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19th May 2026Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
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