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  3. Crowd gathered on the shores of Coniston Water to watch outdoor theatre at Brantwood
    What's On Outdoor Theatre at Brantwood, Coniston
  4. Aerial View of Keswick Mountain Festival tents and patrons in Keswick, Lake District
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  1. The Lake District Book Festival Banner
    The Lake District Book Festival

    Address

    Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QF

    Telephone

    07754 163941

    festivalproducer@lakedistrictbookfestival.co.uk

    The Racecourse, Cartmel

    A long weekend of talks, panels and debates celebrating writers, writing and the spoken word at Cartmel Racecourse.

    Venue

    Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2026to14 June 2026Various Opening Times

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  2. Ultra-Trail Grizedale
    Ultra-Trail Grizedale

    Address

    Grizedale Campsite, Bowkerstead Farm, Satherthwaite, Cumbria, LA12 8LL

    Telephone

    +447495405725

    explore@lakota-expeditions.com

    Satherthwaite

    A trail running weekend with two unique races.

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2026to14 June 2026Various Opening Times

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  3. Chefs Dinner
    Chef's Dinner

    Address

    North Lakes Hotel & Spa, Ullswater Rd, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8QT

    Telephone

    01768 868111

    events@northlakeshotel.co.uk

    Penrith

    Step into an intimate dinner, hosted by our Executive Chef Chris, as he creates a 5 course dinner menu inspired by his livelihood and what inspires him. Upgrade to an optional wine pairing experience for £27.50. Contact our reception team to book on…

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    From:
    13 June 2026Open 19:30 - 23:00

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  4. Foraging
    Forage and Cookery Course

    Address

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

    Telephone

    07423753212

    info@totallywilduk.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that's not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal…

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    From:
    13 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  5. tapestry weaving
    Pick and Pick and Stripes in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell

    Address

    Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh


    Pick and Pick and Stripes in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell
    Saturday 13th June
    £70 plus £5 for materials
    Taking our inspiration from the seasonal colours observed during a short walk down to the bridge just below Farfield Mill (weather…

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    From:
    13 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  6. Lakeland 100 Recce Day
    Lakeland 100 Recce Day

    Address

    Pooley Bridge, Leyland, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA102NN

    Telephone

    01257251217

    organiser@lakeland100.com

    Pooley Bridge

    Recce run for the 2026 Lakeland 50 & 100 from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside. This run is only open for 2026 Lakeland competitors.

    Dates

    From:
    14 June 2026Open 07:00 - 20:00

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  7. Swimming in Coniston with Swim the Lakes
    Wild Swim to Wild Cat Island

    Address

    Coniston Water, -, Coniston, Cumbria, LA12 8DW

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Coniston

    The Swim to Wild Cat Island is a classic Lake District swim right out of the pages of a storybook adventure. In true Swallows and Amazons style, we'll swim across the rippling waves of Coniston Water to reach the shores of 'Wildcat Island'. The…

    Venue

    Coniston Water, Coniston

    Dates

    From:
    17 June 2026Various Opening Times

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  8. John Bramwell [I Am Kloot]
    John Bramwell [I Am Kloot]

    Address

    Barrow Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    01229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010's The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013's Let It All In, numerous UK and European tours and a triumphant farewell at the Queen…

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    18 June 2026Open 20:00 -

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  9. Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
    Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently 'Baby Reindeer' actor: Mark Watson. Mark returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh…

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    From:
    18 June 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

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  10. Legends of Motown Poster
    Legends of Motown

    Address

    Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays…

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    From:
    19 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

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  11. Sian
    Sian

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Sian are a Scottish Gaelic folk band whose acclaimed sophomore album araon won Album of the Year at the 2025 Scots Trad Music Awards. Formed in 2016 through Blas Festival, the band is made up of Ceitlin Lilidh, Eilidh Cormack and Ellen MacDonald,…

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    From:
    20 June 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

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  12. Sizergh Castle
    Summer Daze: Cyanotype Workshop and Guided Walk

    Address

    Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AE

    Telephone

    01539569818

    sizergh@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Nr Kendal

    Join award-winning photographer and visual artist Joanne Coates for a midsummer guided walk and creative cyanotype workshop that brings together landscape, land-use and image-making. Explore Joanne's site-specific project Daughters of the Soil,…

    Venue

    Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Kendal

    Dates

    From:
    20 June 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Brewery Youth Dance (11-14 yrs)

Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…

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13th January 2026-24th March 2026
Made in Barrow
Made in Barrow

We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary…

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10th January 2026-5th April 2026
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Brewery Youth Dance (15+ yrs)

Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…

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13th January 2026-24th March 2026
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A Buffalo's Journey: Out with the Old, In with the New

As we leave the stillness of winter and begin to prepare for spring, this retreat invites you to…

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6th March 2026-8th March 2026
Stained Glass of Carlisle Cathedral
Sacred Light: The Stained Glass of Carlisle Cathedral

Step into the radiant world of Carlisle Cathedral's stained glass with our brand‑new tour, Sacred…

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7th March 2026

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7th March 2026
Mini Movers (0-4yrs)
Mini Movers (0-4yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
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Chesney Hawkes

Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistible mega-hit 'The…

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7th March 2026
Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)
Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
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Jazz Club with Alligator Gumbo

Alligator Gumbo are an exciting band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz…

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12th March 2026
Brewery Youth Theatre (7-11 yrs)
Brewery Youth Theatre (7-11 yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
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Print Room Members Sessions

11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…

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13th January 2026-24th March 2026
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Keswick Market

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

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20th July 2025-20th July 2026
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What We Treasure: Art out of the Archive

This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…

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9th December 2025-6th June 2026
Brewery Youth Dance (11-14 yrs)
Brewery Youth Dance (11-14 yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
Audio tour in Carlisle
AudaTours Carlisle Audio Tour: Citadels, Friaries, and Legends of Caldewgate

Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…

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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026
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Simon Starling: Boat Works

This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…

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20th September 2025-13th March 2026
Fused glass taster session with RD Glass near Cockermouth
Fused glass taster session

If you fancy trying your hand at making a fused glass bowl, wall hanging or freestanding curve,…

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8th March 2026
Clay Club
Clay Club

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
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Make Your Own Distilled Spirit

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

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8th March 2026
Visitors explore the grounds at Wray on a Walk and Talk Guided Tour
Wray Grounds Tour - Walk & Talk

Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…

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2nd March 2026-26th March 2026
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Lunchtime Talk: Curlew Recovery in the Cocker Valley

The song of the curlew is one of the iconic harbingers of spring, but the numbers of breeding…

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11th March 2026
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"Spacious, Gracious, and Precious"

A 48-Hour Retreat for Discovery & Replenishment of Mind, Body, and Spirit, for men and women. Fiona…

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9th March 2026-10th March 2026
A delicious G&T themed afternoon tea served inside Shed One
Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour

As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…

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24th January 2026-14th March 2026

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30th January 2026-13th March 2026
Print Room Members Sessions (Thurs)
Print Room Members Sessions (Thurs)

11am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026

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