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Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and humanity to figures who have been overlooked or marginalised by history, while Joshua Donkor collaboratively embeds the personal histories and cultural…
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- 11 Apr 2026to3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
015394 46139Kirkland, Kendal
The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on display in the gallery. This project has been designed in response to the two adjoining exhibitions; Bellwethers and Joshua Donkor & Lela Harris. Both…
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- 11 Apr 2026to19 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
11am-3pm | 18+ yrs
Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the opportunity to work in a safe, relaxed, and creative Print Room environment. Members have access to some specialist Print Room equipment and are able to pursue…Dates
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- 21 Apr 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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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
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, celebrating the makers, ideas and objects that have shaped our collection since opening our doors to the public in 2001.
Set throughout the house, the…
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- 1 May 2026to29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0LFTelephone
000000000000Ambleside
Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned by Beatrix Potter.
The farm at Hill Top remains fully operational all year round just how Beatrix Potter loved and envisioned. The farm tour offers a…
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- 14 May 2026to14 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 12:20
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- 14 May 2026to14 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 15:20
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Townend, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LBTelephone
0344 249 1895Windermere
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable volunteers, this small-group tour offers a deeper exploration into the fascinating history of the people and objects connected to the home where one family…
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- 19 May 2026to29 Oct 2026Open 15:00 - 16:00
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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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Sizergh, National Trust - Sizergh, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AETelephone
015395 69818Nr Kendal
Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the woodland for each Mega Evolution Pokémon discover their powers and complete your own…
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- 23 May 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther Castle & Gardens, Lowther, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HHTelephone
07852388821Lowther, Penrith
An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle.
These sessions are accessible; a chance to move, breathe, and take in the fresh Cumbrian air.
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- 25 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 19:30
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Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness on Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HETelephone
01539443360Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere
Soak up the magic of a summer evening on England's finest lake!
Enjoy live music, a delicious buffet, and breathtaking views as you cruise the full length of Windermere.
What's Included?
• Full Lake Cruise – A 2½ hour journey showcasing the best…Dates
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- 6 June 2026to29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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The Glebe, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HJTelephone
07763771798Windermere
Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District.
Perfect for couples, families and groups, these relaxed and enjoyable experiences combine exploration, creativity and practical photography tips in some…
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- 15 June 2026to31 Dec 2027Open 00:00 - 00:00
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Go Ape Grizedale, Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
01603895500Hawkshead
Kids go home. Adults Go Ape.
Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer? Thursday is the new Friday and Friday just got even better with brand new for 2026 Go Ape adults-only sessions at Grizedale Forest.
Grab your mates,…
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- 2 July 2026to28 Aug 2026Open 16:00 - 21:00
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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
Be sure to bring your appetite, round up the family, and make a day of it and we'll do our best to…
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30th August 2026Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
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26th August 2026Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
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19th May 2026-29th October 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
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1st September 2026Make the most of the final weeks of the summer holidays with a fantastic family day out at Carlisle…
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27th August 2026Shipping Brow Contemporary 2026 brings together ten young, emerging and/ or contemporary artists…
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18th August 2026-20th September 2026Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
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28th March 2026-1st October 2026Looking for a fun, free activity to keep little explorers entertained this summer? Our Palm Pals…
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13th July 2026-31st August 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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27th May 2026-27th May 2027Meet the Ancient Britons During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet…
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31st August 2026If you love wild swimming around beautiful islands then you will love our Wild Isle…
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29th August 2026Join us for an arty day at Whinlatter. Let the forest inspire your little ones to create your…
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26th August 2026Experience the magic of cinema beneath the stars in the beautiful grounds of Ambleside Manor.…
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28th August 2026-30th August 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 Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's…
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29th August 2026Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
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30th August 2026Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Adam Heron to the…
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26th August 2026Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection,…
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28th August 2026You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets…
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29th July 2026-30th September 2026We are excited to be working with Barrow AFC and Bluebird Supporters club to bring you the Barrow…
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18th July 2026-20th September 2026Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX. Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100…
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18th July 2026-6th September 2026Soak up the magic of a summer evening on England's finest lake! Enjoy live music, a delicious…
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6th June 2026-29th August 2026Art exhibition showing 32 original paintings from a selection of Beckstones'artists all inspired by…
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15th August 2026-31st August 2026
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