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    What's On Tour de France Grand Départ GB 2027 Cumbria
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    What's On Official Cross Bay Walk
  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. Resol String Quartet smiling with their instruments
    Resol String Quartet

    Address

    Victoria Hall, Main Street, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6DX

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    boxoffice@ldsm.org.uk

    Grange-over-Sands

    Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival

    Coleridge-Taylor Five Fantasiestücke for String Quartet, Op.5
    Elgar String Quartet in E minor

    Kindly supported by Ian & Susan Pettman

    Coleridge-Taylor's graceful, characterful miniatures are paired…

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    7 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -

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  2. Isata Kanneh-Mason in a yellow, floral outfit surrounded by flower petals
    Isata Kanneh-Mason

    Address

    Kendal Town Hall, 9a Lowther Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4DL

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    boxoffice@ldsm.org.uk

    Kendal

    Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival

    Beethoven Piano Sonata No.14 in C sharp minor Op.27, No.2 'Moonlight'
    Ravel Gaspard de la nuit
    Dobrinka Tabakova Nocturne
    Dobrinka Tabakova Halo
    Beethoven Piano Sonata No.21 in C Op.53…

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    8 Aug 2026Open 15:00 -

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

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    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…

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    From:
    8 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  4. String Fever all playing on one instrument
    String Fever

    Address

    Kendal Town Hall, 9a Lowther Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4DL

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    boxoffice@ldsm.org.uk

    Kendal

    Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival

    Playful, witty and inventive, 'the world's first genetically modified string quartet' will take you on a whistle-stop journey through the history of music. Using electric instruments, String Fever's…

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    8 Aug 2026Open 19:30 -

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  5. Chapel Island Walk 2026
    Chapel Island Walk

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    Canal Foot, DALTON-IN-FURNESS, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA129EL

    Telephone

    01524 381820

    fundraising@cancercare.org.uk

    Ulverston

    Join CancerCare for a walk to the unique landmark Chapel Island, one of Morecambe Bay's hidden gems, on Sunday 9th August 2026!

    The route sets off from Canal Foot (near Ulverston), from where we will make our way along the sands across the Bay…

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    9 Aug 2026Open 01:30 -

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  6. Group Smiling getting into Windermere
    Epic Lakes Swim Windermere

    Address

    Borrans Park, Ambleside, Borrans Road, AMBLESIDE, Cumbria, LA22 0EN

    Telephone

    01257 251217

    info@epicevents.co.uk

    AMBLESIDE

    Epic Lakes Swim Windermere is the final event of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series and takes place from Borrans Park, Waterhead. You can choose either the 750m, 1500m, 3k or 5k distances, depending upon your age and ability. Bring the family and…

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    Borrans Park, Ambleside, Ambleside

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00

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  7. A drawing of a smiling duck floating in the night sky
    Family Event: The Duck With No Luck

    Address

    Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    boxoffice@ldsm.org.uk

    Kendal

    Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival

    Showtimes: 11am, 1pm & 2.30pm

    Join Concerteenies for the musical story of The Duck With No Luck.

    'When Dizzy the duck oversleeps and misses the flight South, he knows that he must, somehow, catch…

    Venue

    Abbot Hall, Kendal

    Dates

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    9 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
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    9 Aug 2026Open 13:00 -
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    9 Aug 2026Open 14:30 -

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  8. Kirsty McClean posing beautifully in front of a pink wall
    Festival Finale: Cavalleria Rusticana

    Address

    Kendal Leisure Centre, Burton Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7HX

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    boxoffice@ldsm.org.uk

    Kendal

    Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival

    Kirsty McClean - Santuzza | Jay Broadhurst - Turiddu | Anna Elizabeth Cooper - Lola | Jemima Gray - Lucia | Alex Riddell - Alfio | Lilly-May Woodward - Violin | Northern Chamber Orchestra | Lake…

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    9 Aug 2026Open 17:00 -

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  9. Meetwood Flac
    Summer Sundays ft. Meetwood Flac

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

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    Kendal

    Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!

    Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…

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    From:
    9 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00

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  10. Arts Unleashed Summer Camp 2026 (7-14 Yrs)
    Arts Unleashed Summer Camp 2026 (7-14 Yrs)

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

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    10-14 August 2026 | 7-14yrs | 9.30-3.30pm | Mon – Fri
    Arts Unleashed is a hands-on week of Visual Art and Craft activities for young people. A chance to express yourself, go wild and make new friends!

    The programme will be run by local artists…

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    From:
    10 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026Open 09:30 - 03:30

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  11. wild swimmers with Swim the Lakes sat on the edge of a Lake District tarn
    More Adventures in the Beautiful South

    Address

    Brathay Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HP.

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Ambleside

    More Adventures in the Beautiful South is a 2-day swimming adventure in the beautiful South Lake District. We draw on our extensive knowledge of hidden wild swimming locations to bring you more of what you love: Relaxed and enjoyable swimming in…

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    From:
    12 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  12. The Pantaloons: Twelfth Night
    The Pantaloons: Twelfth Night

    Address

    Talkin Tarn Country Park, Tarn Road, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HN

    Telephone

    01228 598596

    info@discovercarlisle.co.uk

    Tarn Road, Brampton

    Outdoor theatre suitable for all ages at Talkin Tarn Country Park.

    The critically acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present their own brand of Shakespearean mayhem in the Bard's comedy of fools, duels and dual identities.

    "Some are born great,…

    Venue

    Talkin Tarn Country Park, Brampton

    Dates

    From:
    13 Aug 2026Open 18:00 - 21:30

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Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)
Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)

Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 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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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
The Gorgeous Somethings
The Gorgeous Somethings

My name is Naomi Louise Rae B.A.(Hons) PG Dip, M.Sc. and I have lived within the Lancaster and…

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24th March 2026-1st June 2026

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24th March 2026-1st June 2026
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Distillery Tour & Tasting

Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…

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9th May 2026-23rd May 2026
Art Explorers
Art Explorers

Tue 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 2026
Mini Movers (0-4yrs)
Mini Movers (0-4yrs)

hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…

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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026
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Susan Calman: Tall Tales

Susan Calman hasn't been on tour in ten years, but now she's back with a brand-new show. A decade…

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15th May 2026
Act Your Age
Act Your Age

Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…

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21st April 2026-30th June 2026
Discover Sailing
Discover Sailing

SWSC will be holding an open day with taster sails on Saturday, 16 May, 10am to 3pm. This is part…

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16th May 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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The Paper Quilt Project

The Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…

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11th April 2026-19th September 2026
Art Adventures: Young Open (7-11 Years)
Art Adventures: Young Open (7-11 Years)

What does adventure mean to you? This creative workshop invites young artists aged 7-11 to explore…

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20th May 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
Flat Season Opener
Flat Season Opener

Join us on Monday 18 May 2026 at Carlisle Racecourse for afternoon flat racing. Our first fixture…

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18th May 2026
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Roots of May Holistic Health Gathering

Join us for the Roots of May Holistic Health Gathering at The Dunes Hotel, Roanhead,…

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17th May 2026
Joe Thomas
An Evening with Joe Thomas

We're talking The Inbetweeners and more at this very special evening with actor/comedian Joe…

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16th May 2026
Northern District Young Farmers Field Day 2026
Northern District Young Farmers Field Day 2026

The Cumbria Young Farmers (YFC) annual field day is the largest competitive event of the…

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16th May 2026
Mature Movers
Mature Movers

Tue 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 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
Watercolour: Creative Techniques & Expressive Painting
Watercolour: Creative Techniques & Expressive Painting

Wed 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 2026
Get Moving
Get Moving

Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…

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22nd April 2026-1st July 2026
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Untangling Colour – Vicky Ellis

Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…

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15th April 2026-12th July 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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Common Land: Septenary Perspectives

Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…

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15th April 2026-12th July 2026

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