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The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913Ulverston
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…
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- 1 May 2026to5 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 June 2026Open 13:30 - 15:30
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- 6 June 2026to25 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 19 June 2026to14 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 30 Oct 2026to18 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Wray, Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JATelephone
015394 33250Ambleside
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of the Wray team.
Starting on the Castle terrace, you'll stop at key points around the perimeter to hear how the Dawson family created the estate,…
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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 1 June 2026to16 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 18 July 2026to3 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 6 Sept 2026to22 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 24 Oct 2026to5 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 8 Nov 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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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- 27 May 2026to27 May 2027
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- 22 July 2026
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- 2 Sept 2026
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Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TSTelephone
0344 579 3002Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Andersons Feel-Good Friday Raceday
JOIN US FOR A GREAT AFTERNOON OF RACING!!
A fun-filled Friday afternoon, fabulous racing and a live DJ after racing!
The only Friday in our racing calendar so make it one to remember and start your weekend…
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- 29 May 2026Open 13:10 - 18:20
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
DISCOVER, EXPLORE, IMAGINE – BEAKID
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge…
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- 29 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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St. Andrew's Church, Penrith, St. Andrews Place, PENRITH, Cumbria, CA11 7XXTelephone
01768 863744PENRITH
A varied concert of choral music by a small chamber choir. A Choral Pilgrimage across Continents and Centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber
A mixture of sacred and secular music - ancient and modernVenue
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- 29 May 2026Open 19:30 -
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Grasmere Show Field, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SJTelephone
01524287287Grasmere
A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners, ultra runners fell runners and orienteers of all abilities in an iconic location to race, relax and enjoy. Great routes and camping available.
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- 29 May 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge magnet, play games and contribute to a…
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- 29 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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Signal Film and Media, Cooke's Studios, 102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QRTelephone
+441229838592102-104 Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness
REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm.
Set against the backdrop of Barrow's defence industry, as the home of the UK's only nuclear submarine manufacturer, REACTOR imagines a fictional…
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- 29 May 2026to1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
The Rosehill Players return with the ever heart warming tale of Calendar Girls.
After the death of her best friend's husband from cancer, spirited Yorkshire housewife Chris hatches a scheme to raise money for a memorial to him.
Utilizing a…
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- 29 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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- 30 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
Ulverston
Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK
With rides ranging from the sedate to the challenging and a full weekend retro festival, there's something for everyone.Dates
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- 29 May 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Our popular Block Printing Workshops return to the calendar on Saturday 30 May and Saturday 18 July!
Our friendly workshops take place in the Undercroft, and guests will use a beautiful selection of printing blocks and an appealing choice of colours…Venue
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- 30 May 2026Open 13:30 - 15:30
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- 18 July 2026Open 13:30 - 15:30
Inspiration
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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Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Tue 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 20266.30-9.30pm | 18+ yrs A Brewery Arts Darkroom Membership allows experienced and professional…
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30th April 2026-2nd July 2026Andersons Feel-Good Friday Raceday JOIN US FOR A GREAT AFTERNOON OF RACING!! A fun-filled…
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29th May 2026Wed 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 2026Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has…
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21st April 2026-30th June 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 2026The Rosehill Players return with the ever heart warming tale of Calendar Girls. After the death of…
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29th May 2026Season
30th May 2026A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners,…
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29th May 2026-31st May 2026In 2026, we're back for a great retro weekend in Ulverston town centre. On Saturday 30th May, we'll…
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30th May 2026-31st May 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Looking for things to do this May half term in the Lake District? Escape the ordinary and head to…
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25th May 2026-31st May 2026The Dock Museum are proud to bring you the latest exhibition from John Duffin, "Look North" The…
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11th April 2026-5th July 2026Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with…
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28th May 2026-30th May 2026Lavender Wood – Watercolour Workshop with Ruth Clayton 31 May £70 plus £7 on the day for materials…
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31st May 2026A Tokyo-set dramedy sees Phillip Vanderploeg a struggling, lonely American actor who joins a…
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1st June 202611.30am-5pm | 16+ yrs Explore acrylic painting and mixed media using a fresh still life of flowers…
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30th May 2026Inside 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 2026Join us for a trip back in time and discover over 200 iconic objects and artworks that bring the…
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28th March 2026-21st June 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th July 2026Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney…
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31st May 2026Discover two striking new collections of original artworks that celebrate the creative potential of…
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15th February 2026-30th June 2026Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK With rides ranging…
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29th May 2026-31st May 2026
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