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  1. Wild Swimmers in Rydal Water with Swim the Lakes
    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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  2. Image of a person dressed up as a Roman soldier practicing archery.
    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?

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    Roman Army Museum, Brampton

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

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  3. The Armitt Heritage Walk, Discover Ambleside's local history hosted by The Armitt volunteers. Walk through time together Wednesdays June-Sept 2:30-3:4
    The Armitt Heritage Walk, Discover Ambleside's local history hosted by The Armitt volunteers. Walk through time together Wednesdays June-Sept 2:30-3:4
    The Armitt: Heritage Walks

    Address

    The Armitt Museum, Rydal Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BL

    Telephone

    01539431212

    info@armitt.com

    Ambleside

    You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets and outdoor shops, but did you know that behind the main streets, you can find a fascinating history of the older town? Covering the story of…

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    The Armitt Museum, Ambleside

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    29 July 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

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  4. Moss piano sculpture by artist Joshua Payne.
    Moss piano sculpture by artist Joshua Payne.
    Art Piano Exhibition

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    Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RD

    Telephone

    01229 717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Explore the musical, interactive, piano sculptures of local artist Joshua Payne, exhibited across the Muncaster Estate.

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    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  5. Calendar Girls
    Calendar Girls
    Calendar Girls the musical

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    Theatre By The Lake, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

    Telephone

    +441768206076

    laura.knights@theatrebythelake.com

    Keswick

    When tragedy strikes, courage blossoms.

    The death of a much-loved husband prompts a group of ordinary women in a small Yorkshire Women's Institute to do something extraordinary: create a nude calendar to raise money for charity.

    News spreads fast…

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    6 Aug 2026to5 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

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  6. Every Brilliant Thing
    Every Brilliant Thing
    Every Brilliant Thing

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    Theatre by the Lake, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

    Telephone

    +441768206076

    laura.knights@theatrebythelake.com

    Keswick

    You're seven years old. Mum's in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy.

    So you start to make a list of everything that's brilliant about the world. Everything worth living for.

    Ice cream
    Water fights
    Staying up past your bedtime and being…

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    12 Aug 2026to5 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 20:30

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  7. A man giving a talk to a group of people sat down on chairs
    A man giving a talk to a group of people sat down on chairs
    Distillery Tour & Tasting

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    Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

    Telephone

    07794699913

    info@shed1distillery.com

    North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…

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  8. Advert to promote the exhibition
    Advert to promote the exhibition
    Season to season exhibition

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    Beckstones Art Gallery, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UQ

    Telephone

    01768 483601

    enquiries@beckstonesartgallery.co.uk

    Penrith

    Art exhibition showing 32 original paintings from a selection of Beckstones'artists all inspired by the Seasons

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    From:
    15 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30

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  9. Musical Theatre Summer School for ages 14 - 18 years
    Musical Theatre Summer School for ages 14 - 18 years
    Senior Musical Theatre Summer School (for ages 14 - 18)

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    Hampsfell Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6BE

    Telephone

    07540423550

    info@cumbriacurtaincall.co.uk

    Grange-over-Sands

    MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOLS 2026

    We're thrilled to let you know that bookings are now OPEN for our 2026 Summer Schools!

    ️ This August, we're offering two incredible week-long programmes packed with singing, dancing, acting, improv and…

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    17 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  10. BounceFest (Indoors)
    BounceFest (Indoors)
    BounceFest

    Address

    Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1NW

    Telephone

    +447725834699

    info@hardysoftplayhire.co.uk

    Windermere

    BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 3–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses and interactive games. Families book timed sessions where children can bounce, climb, race and…

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    19 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  11. Art Lab
    Art Lab
    Art Lab: Free Creative Make and Play All Summer at Rosehill

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    Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part
    This summer, we're transforming our top floor into Art Lab: a playful creative space for experimenting, making, and having fun.

    You and your family can drop in and explore a wide range of arts and crafts…

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    From:
    19 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30

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  12. The People's Gallery
    The People's Gallery
    The People's Gallery

    Address

    Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Join Rosehill this summer for The People's Gallery, a free, family-friendly exhibition showcasing art from creatives across Cumbria.

    Plus, spend time getting creative in our Art Lab, a creative play space packed full of free activities, books, art…

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    From:
    19 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 10:00

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  13. BBQ and Live Music with Nick Marshall
    BBQ and Live Music with Nick Marshall
    BBQ and Live music

    Address

    Grove Barn Cafe, Stockghyll Lane, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LG

    Telephone

    +447788420311

    anna@grovebarncafe.co.uk

    Ambleside

    BBQ and live music with Nick Marshall

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    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 17:00 - 20:00

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  14. Life Drawing
    Life Drawing
    Life Drawing

    Address

    Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part
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    Develop your drawing skills and explore the human form in the unique setting of Rosehill's iconic stage.

    Working with a professional life model, participants will have the opportunity to sketch a…

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    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 17:30 - 20:30

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  15. Swimmers in Derwentwater with Swim the Lakes
    Swimmers in Derwentwater with Swim the Lakes
    Derwentwater Island Hop Swim

    Address

    Derwentwater, -, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UP

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Keswick

    We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…

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    Derwentwater, Keswick

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  16. Spooky black and white photograph of a woman carrying a candle
    Spooky black and white photograph of a woman carrying a candle
    After Hours at Dove Cottage: Gothic Heroines

    Address

    Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    +441539435544

    enquiries@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    A spellbinding evening of Gothic tales in candlelit Dove Cottage.

    Discover the origins of modern horror and fantasy fiction in this bewitching storytelling event. This time the theme is HEROINES: the ingénues, femme fatales, anti-villains and…

    Venue

    Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere

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    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00

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  17. The Beacon Museum - Pet Encounter Africa
    The Beacon Museum - Pet Encounter Africa
    Pet Encounters - Africa

    Address

    The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

    Telephone

    01946592302

    thebeacon@copeland.gov.uk

    W Strand, Whitehaven

    Get up close with some incredible animals and learn all about the amazing wildlife of Africa!


    Embark on an unforgettable Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with some of the most adorable and fascinating animals. This…

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    The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven

    Dates

    From:
    20 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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    20 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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    20 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 16:00

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  18. Wilder! Theatre Show Poster
    Wilder! Theatre Show Poster
    Wilder! Theatre Show - The Muncaster Fringe

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Welcome to Newport, a picture-perfect slice of suburbia where appearances are everything, and the Newport Village Garden Club, a community of housewives, fiercely rules the town. At the centre of it all are the Wilders, a young, glamorous couple…

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    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass

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    20 Aug 2026Open 19:00 -
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    21 Aug 2026Open 19:00 -

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  19. Lakes Live
    Lakes Live
    Lakes Live

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    Lake Road, ULVERSTON, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA127JQ

    Telephone

    +447743315574

    royaltybowness@gmail.com

    Bowness on Windermere

    Lakes Live is back!
    With incredible sound, a full bar and an atmosphere that's made for listening, it's the perfect place to experience live music properly.

    This year's lineup features George, Izzi Naimski, Salehi, Bailey Moore and Four Body…

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    From:
    21 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30

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    people on a float in a pool smiling
    Spa Party Nights – Ibiza House 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 heading straight to the White Isle. ☀️

    Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — bigger beats, bigger energy, and full Ibiza House vibes.

    Join us on 21st August, 6–9pm for our Ibiza House Spa-rty — an evening of…

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    From:
    21 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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