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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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- 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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- 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 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
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The Beggar's Theatre, Market Square, Millom, Cumbria, LA184HZTelephone
01229 775677Millom
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The…
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- 30 May 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
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Cumbria, Kendal, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539725133122A Highgate, Kendal
On May 30, the Metropolitan Opera's 2025–26 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live transmission of American composer Gabriela Lena Frank's first opera – El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego (The Last Dream of Frida and Diego). A magical-realist…
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- 30 May 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
11.30am-5pm | 16+ yrs
Explore acrylic painting and mixed media using a fresh still life of flowers. Learn colour mixing, mark-making and layering techniques while building confidence. Hands-on exercises will help you experiment, develop personal…Dates
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- 30 May 2026Open 11:30 - 17:00
Ulverston
In 2026, we're back for a great retro weekend in Ulverston town centre. On Saturday 30th May, we'll have motorcycles and scooters on display in Market Street and New Market Street. On Sunday 31st May, we'll be hosting the start and finish of the…
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- 30 May 2026to31 May 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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- 30 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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Theatre By The Lake, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJTelephone
07535702222Lake Rd, Keswick
RUM by Joe Mallalieu
WINNER - BROADWAY BABY BOBBY AWARD 2024"A powerful, intimate play"" ★★★★★ The Reviews Hub
"Mallalieu's storytelling is captivating and impassioned" ★★★★★ Broadway Baby
"Dazzlingly authentic" ★★★★ The Scotsman
"This…
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- 30 May 2026Open 19:30 - 20:30
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Brigsteer Village Hall, Brigsteer, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8ALTelephone
07771 737 629Kendal
Discover a wealth of horticultural colour, scent and design inspiration when 16 gates will open revealing ''The Secret Gardens of Brigsteer".
Visitors to this picturesque South Lakes village will enjoy stunning views over the damson-famous Lyth…
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- 30 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 04:00
Ulverston
Velo Retro is ready for its 12th anniversary year. The only retro and vintage cycling event in the English Lake District, where for one weekend, steel vintage bikes rule and retro cycling jerseys are cool!
There's a certain magic about riding a…
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- 30 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 11:00 - 20:00
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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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Try wild swimming in the Lake District. All you need to do is book, bring your swimming costume and…
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3rd June 2026Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
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23rd May 2026-30th 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 2026Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
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22nd May 2026-31st May 2026Thu 23 Apr- 18 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Enhance your drawing skills in a welcoming, relaxed…
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23rd April 2026-18th June 2026hu 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 202611.30am-5pm | 16+ yrs Explore acrylic painting and mixed media using a fresh still life of flowers…
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30th May 2026Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
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1st April 2026-1st November 2026Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he's…
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28th May 2026-19th June 2026Join us on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
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14th May 2026-14th October 2026Thu 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 2026A packed weekend celebrating off-road running. The festival aims to bring together trail runners,…
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29th May 2026-31st May 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 2027Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
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23rd May 2026-1st September 2026The Mac Gloinn brothers – Brian and Diarmuid – first performed in the streets together as buskers…
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4th June 2026A 5km circular guided walk around an estate that has recently undergone extensive nature recovery…
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3rd June 2026Fri 24 Apr- 19 Jun (8 wks) | 1.45-40pm | 16+ yrs Designed for those with life drawing experience,…
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24th April 2026-19th June 2026Thu 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 2026Spend a lovely Day with Mark creating a characterful 'Green Man for the Garden' in Stoneware. A…
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31st May 2026Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Guided walk at RSPB Geltsdale looking at how nature and agriculture and history co-exist in the…
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4th June 2026On May 30, the Metropolitan Opera's 2025–26 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live…
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30th May 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 2026
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