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    What's On Tour de France Grand Départ GB 2027 Cumbria
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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
    What's On Keswick Mountain Festival

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  1. Strong Women Trek Event Logo
    Strong Women Trek

    Address

    Newby Bridge, Charlesworth, Glossop, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8BD

    Telephone

    +447796306172

    paul.trailplus@gmail.com

    Ulverston

    Female-only, non competitive walking event with bite-sized bits of adventure bookending the walk

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

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  2. Two children play with hoops in a grassy field
    Summer of Play at Wray

    Address

    Wray, Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JA

    Telephone

    015394 33250

    wraycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Ambleside

    Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray.

    Designed for families and children of all ages, Wray's outdoor spaces will become a hive of activity.

    Let your imagination run wild with natural play at Wray this summer.…

    Venue

    Wray, Ambleside

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026to1 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  3. Wheels Up North Weekender
    Wheels Up North Weekender 2026

    Address

    Westmorland County Showground, Lane Farm, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, LA7 7NH

    Telephone

    015395 67804

    events@wheelsupnorth.co.uk

    Crooklands

    The Wheels Up North Weekender 2026 is our flagship show of the year, set in the beautiful Lake District, where we aim to bring the best of our season together and celebrate all things automotive.

    So if you fancy a weekend away, full of cars,…

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    From:
    18 July 2026to19 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  4. Sea Wall 7 miler route map
    The Sea Wall 7 miler charity run

    Address

    Port Haverigg holiday village, Steel green, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4HF

    Telephone

    07907417204

    theseawall7@gmail.com

    Haverigg, Millom

    7.2 miler , multi terrain, charity run event

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2026Open 09:30 - 14:30

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  5. Wild Swimmers in Rydal Water with Swim the Lakes
    Rydal Island and Caves Swim

    Address

    Rydal Water, -, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LW

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Ambleside

    Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming. Rydal Water has a fascinating history and is the ideal location for wild swimming. Join us on this gem of a swim-hike, swim the islands of Rydal Water,…

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    Rydal Water, Ambleside

    Dates

    From:
    22 July 2026to22 July 2027Various Opening Times

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  6. a photo of some cyanotype work being hung on a rope by pegs
    Cyanotype: design, print, make

    Address

    Rydal Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LX

    Telephone

    015394 32050

    marketing@rydalhall.org

    Ambleside

    Participants will learn about:

    *The fascinating history of the process
    *Talk about design elements (and possibly collect objects/plants from around the grounds) to act as a "resist". Responding to the local environment and discussing ideas for a…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  7. Image of a person dressed up as a Roman soldier practicing archery.
    Have A Go Archery

    Address

    Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7JB

    Telephone

    016977 47485

    sophiewestlake@vindolanda.com

    Brampton

    Weekly on a Tuesday from 23.07 - 27.08. Aim for the high score as you test out your ancient archery skills at the Roman Army Museum! Can you be as accurate as the cohort of Hamian archers stationed at Magna Fort 2,000 years ago?

    Venue

    Roman Army Museum, Brampton

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

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  8. swimmers in Red Tarn with Swim the Lakes
    Helvellyn Douple Dipper Swim

    Address

    Glenridding, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0PD

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Glenridding

    The Helvellyn Double Dipper Swim provides the perfect adventure swimming day out. Swimming in the awe-inspiring Red Tarn is not to be missed and the second dip in Ashworth's Dub on the descent route rounds the day off nicely.

    This is our own…

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    23 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  9. swimming in a dark lake
    Wild Swimming - Thursday 23rd July

    Address

    The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our expert guide, Karen, leads you through the session in the picturesque River Leven.

    Session Details:

    Dates & Times: Thursday 23rd July, 6-7pm

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    23 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  10. Montane Lakeland 50 & 100

    Address

    John Ruskin School, Lake Road, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW

    Telephone

    01257251217

    organiser@lakeland100.com

    Coniston

    The Lakeland 100 'Ultra Tour of the Lake District' is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells, includes in the region of 6300m of ascent…

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    From:
    24 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 09:00 - 23:50

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  11. people on a float in a pool smiling
    Spa Party Nights – 80s Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel

    Address

    The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    015395 31681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Guess who's back… and this time we're going totally 80s. ✨

    Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — bigger, bolder and with more neon than ever before.

    Join us on 24th July, 6–9pm for our 80s Theme Spa-rty — a night of iconic throwbacks, guilty…

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    From:
    24 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  12. Harry Styled and The Taylor Swift Effect - Saturday 25th July 6pm at The Beggar's Theatre
    Harry Styled & The Taylor Swift Effect

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    The Beggar's Theatre, Market Square, Millom, Cumbria, LA184HZ

    Telephone

    01229 775677

    admin@beggarstheatre.com

    Millom

    Harry Styled: A Tribute to Harry Styles. UK no 1 Harry Styles Impersonator. This show features the dynamic vocals of 'Kofi Taylor' as Harry Styles. The breathtaking talent of Kofi Taylor captures the swagger, look and vocals of worldwide pop…

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    From:
    25 July 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00

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  2. Evening Cruises in the Lake District A firm favourite, our fish and chip supper evening cruises are back, featuring musical entertainment.
    Evening Cruises in the Lake District
    A firm favourite, our fish and chip supper evening cruises are back, featuring musical entertainment.
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Makers Club
Makers Club

Thu 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 2026
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Poetry Club

Join our brand new Poetry Club featuring David Viney! A multiple poetry slam winner, workshop…

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20th May 2026
Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon

Frida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world's favourite female artist – beloved by young…

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19th May 2026-20th May 2026
Print Room Members Sessions
Print Room Members Sessions

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

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21st April 2026-27th August 2026
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Spring Bop

You're invited to Impact Aid's first ever Spring Bop! A feel-good evening of live music, food and…

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16th May 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
Rosebay Willow Herb
Spring Foraging event at Hutton-in-the-Forest

Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…

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17th May 2026
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Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes

Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…

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15th April 2026-12th July 2026
Crafting Fiction
Crafting Fiction

Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…

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21st April 2026-30th June 2026
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Bellwethers Choir Sing Along

Get in harmony with your deeper nature — join us at Abbot Hall on 16th May, 2-4pm to learn songs…

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16th May 2026
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Paddleboarding at The Swan Hotel

Paddleboarding 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 2026
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Live Music at The Swan - Rob Young

We're looking forward to welcoming Rob Young to The Swan on the 15th May for an evening of live…

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15th May 2026
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The New Mrs Davidson

Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk. Inspired by a…

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19th May 2026
Dalston Tractor Run
Dalston Tractor Run

Dalston Tractor Run showcases vintage and modern tractors. The convoy leaves The Green at 12md…

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17th May 2026
Mother's Pride
Relaxed Screening - Mother's Pride (12a)

Follow the grieving Harley family as they attempt to save their failing rural pub and community by…

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18th May 2026
Stained & Fused Glass Friday
Stained & Fused Glass Friday

Fri 24 Apr-3 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6.30pm | 16+ yrs Design and make your own pieces, learning all the…

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24th April 2026-3rd July 2026
Darkroom Access
Darkroom Access

6.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…

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30th April 2026-2nd July 2026
Wild Sauna
Wild Forest Sauna

Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and…

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17th May 2026
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Outside In

Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…

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20th February 2026-31st December 2026
Extended Portraiture Practice
Extended Portraiture Practice

Wed 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 2026
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Lazonby 10k

A 10 kilometre race around the area of Lazonby finishing with refreshments and prizes.

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17th May 2026
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Bridekirk Dovenby 10k

10km race from school around the quiet country roads in the picturesque Bridekirk and Tallentire…

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16th May 2026
Gareth Davies-Jones
A Troubadour Journey: Lindisfarne to Durham

A Songwriter's Adventure Along the Pilgrimage Trails of St Oswald's Way & The Way of Light. In…

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17th May 2026
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Being – Quiet Day

This gathering offers a spacious and gentle environment in which we can pause from the momentum of…

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16th May 2026

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