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Greystoke Castle, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0TGTelephone
01768 451500Penrith
Step Back Into The 12th Century at Greystoke Castle!
TWO DAY EVENT. BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND! 3rd-4th May 2026
10am to 5pm each dayThe grounds of Greystoke Castle will come alive with the clash of steel and the roar of battle as warriors go…
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- From:
- 3 May 2026to4 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Wild Haweswater, Naddle Farm, Bampton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2RPTelephone
01931 713376Bampton, Penrith
Experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, and be immersed in the wild symphony of the dawn chorus here at Haweswater.
Under the expert eyes and ears of our RSPB Warden Spike, amble through the enchanting temperate…
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- From:
- 3 May 2026Open 05:00 - 07:30
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Barrow Island Community & Sports Hub, Island Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2SBTelephone
07725834699Barrow-in-Furness
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses, interactive games and a dedicated toddler area for little adventurers. Families book timed…
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- From:
- 4 May 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening. Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini's Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin.
Baritone Igor Golovatenko…
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- From:
- 6 May 2026Various Opening Times
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The Coro, The Coro, County Square, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7LZTelephone
01229 820000County Square, Ulverston
A magical, fun-filled, fast-paced, and wickedly funny telling of the famous story of the princess sent to sleep for a hundred years after pricking herself on a spinning wheel. Suitable for all the family.
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- From:
- 6 May 2026to7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 20:30
Address
Wild Haweswater, Naddle Farm, Bampton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2RPTelephone
01931 713376Bampton, Penrith
If you don't quite fancy being an early bird for Dawn Chorus Day, then experience the magic of nature's music festival on this exclusive event, at a slightly more manageable hour of the morning, and be immersed in the birdsong here at Wild…
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- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 07:00 - 09:30
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Buttermere Lake, -, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9XA.Telephone
015394 33826Buttermere
The Buttermere Swimble – The Buttermere Valley is surely one of the most beautiful in the Lake District. Buttermere itself is a stunning place to swim and the water is crystal clear, with that typical slate blue tint we know and love. The walking…
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- 7 May 2026Various Opening Times
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- 18 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
With his trademark reverence and revelry, The Revd. Fergus Butler-Gallie travels through time and place to get to the heart of the religion he is so passionate about. Join us for this one-off evening with the author of 'Touching Cloth', 'The Field…
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Dates
- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
As in ripe for the taking.
As in a heart swelled to twice its size.
As in soft. As in delicious. As in ready.World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker brings his characteristic warmth, wit and wonder to new parenthood. From introducing his baby to a…
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- From:
- 7 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
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Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Fresh from a sell-out residency at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the new and acclaimed show embarks on its 2026 tour.
Award nominated stand-up and improviser Jon Hipkiss brings together the ultimate celebration of comedy and fandom. Based solely…
Dates
- From:
- 8 May 2026Open 19:30 - 20:50
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Newbiggin Village Hall, Newbiggin, Penrith, CA11 0HTTelephone
01372 363438Newbiggin
Join Rainbow Trust's Adventure Triple Challenge!
A transformative day of cycling, paddling and trekking through the Lake District all to help Rainbow Trust deliver emotional and practical support to families caring for a seriously ill child.
This…
Dates
- From:
- 8 May 2026to10 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07423753212Braithwaite, 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:
- 8 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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28th March 2026-11th April 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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27th March 2026-24th April 2026Journey through the awe-inspiring legends of Bubbleland, as they are brought to life in a breath…
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7th April 2026Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026Created during her residency at Rosehill, Fragments of Belonging explores movement, migration,…
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24th March 2026-24th April 2026Get Crafty! Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great…
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30th March 2026-12th April 2026Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
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28th March 2026-11th April 2026Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
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