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  1. Women smiling while reading a book by a Christmas tree
    Women smiling while reading a book by a Christmas tree
    Festive Family Day

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20 December!

    Throughout the day, you can enjoy cheerful storytelling with Taffy Thomas MBE, live folk music, creative hands-on activities and a sprinkle…

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    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

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    20 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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    Christmas ball
    Christmas Ball Workshops – December 2025

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    72 Main St, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AD

    Telephone

    07790843018

    info@earthnationscraft.com

    Sedbergh

    Your chance to make something beautiful for Christmas.

    Would you like to learn how to make a beautiful beaded Christmas bauble? Join us in Sedbergh this December for a joyful, hands-on workshop. It's a festive, social event complete with hot drinks…

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    20 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 15:30

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  3. photo of the night sky full of stars above a forest canopy
    photo of the night sky full of stars above a forest canopy
    Festive edition - dark skies walk

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    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

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    07932 015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Join JAG Outdoors for a very family friendly festive walk around the forest at night.


    The event starts in the yurt for Christmas treats and a short chat about the stars and the route Santa will take take in a few days time!!

    The walk will cover…

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

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    20 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 20:00

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  4. A baby and a women playing together
    A baby and a women playing together
    Creative Christmas Activities at Abbot Hall

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

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    Get creative with us this Christmas holidays at Abbot Hall.

    Make a Clothes Peg Doll
    Materials will be available to assemble and decorate your own clothes peg doll. Dress them up to look like one of the portraits in our gallery, or to look like you!…

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    Abbot Hall, Kendal

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    20 Dec 2025to3 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  5. A child pointing at some Christmas decorations
    A child pointing at some Christmas decorations
    Festive Family Activities at Windermere Jetty Museum

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    Heritage Boat Trips at Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam, Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Join us this festive season for hands-on family fun at Windermere Jetty Museum. Whether you're solving clues, decorating a keepsake, or building something brilliant in our interactive play space, there's plenty to keep young explorers busy during…

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    20 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  6. A still of Puss in Boots from the puppet show Puss in Boots
    A still of Puss in Boots from the puppet show Puss in Boots
    Christmas Puppet Show - Puss in Boots

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    Upfront Puppet Theatre, Upfront Gallery & Coffee Shop, Unthank Farm/Unthank, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9TG

    Telephone

    017684 84538

    info@up-front.com

    Unthank Farm/Unthank, Penrith

    This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic French fairy tale: "Puss in Boots."

    This faithful adaptation brings the beloved story to life with a cast of expertly crafted long string marionettes,…

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  7. Illustration of a Christmas cracker with a trumpet in the middle
    Illustration of a Christmas cracker with a trumpet in the middle
    Rosehill's Big Christmas Concert with The Misfitz

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

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Come and celebrate the festive season with us and enjoy an evening full of great West Cumbrian talent in our great Big Christmas Concert!

    Upon arrival you will be welcomed with a Hot Roast Turkey Roll and a glass of something non-alcoholic but very…

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    20 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 21:40

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  8. Regency Christmas Family Workshop
    Regency Christmas Family Workshop

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    Wordsworth Grasmere, Learning Space, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    +441539435544

    education@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    What was Christmas like when the Wordsworths lived at Dove Cottage 200 years ago? Have a go at some Regency Christmas crafts, including making pomanders and wreaths. Read Dorothy Wordsworth's gingerbread recipe and decorate some gingerbread stars.…

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    Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere

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    20 Dec 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
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    20 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 15:30

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  9. A choir on stage all looking in different directions
    A choir on stage all looking in different directions
    Sunday Afternoon Recital: Sempre Amabile

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    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Telephone

    +441228548151

    Events@carlislecathedral.org.uk

    Carlisle

    Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to the Fratry from 2pm.

    While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each performance…

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    21 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 14:40

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  10. Scenic view of the lake district at sunset
    Scenic view of the lake district at sunset
    Winter Solstice Circle

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    Wasdale Hall Lodge, Nether Wasdale, Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1EX

    Telephone

    01768774649

    northandwestlakes@nationaltrust.org.uk

    Wasdale

    We will gather to honour the longest night and welcome the rebirth of the sun.

    Join in a ritualistic sacred circle on the shores of Wastwater to welcome the return of the sun. Led by Karen Whybrow Coaching, you'll connect with the flow of the…

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    21 Dec 2025Open 15:30 - 17:00

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  11. Poster for Santa's Reindeer Breakfast featuring photos of reindeer
    Poster for Santa's Reindeer Breakfast featuring photos of reindeer
    Breakfast with Santa & His Reindeer

    Address

    Chapel Stile, Ambleside, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9JD

    Telephone

    015394 38088

    marketing@langdale.co.uk

    Ambleside

    Join us on Monday 22nd December for an exciting morning at Wainwrights' Inn at Chapel Stile. Start your day with a hearty full English breakfast with unlimited tea, coffee and juice. Then head out to meet the big guy himself, Father Christmas! …

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    22 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 12:00

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    Christmas Course poster
    Christmas Eve & Day & Meditation Retreat

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    Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre at Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1229 584029

    info@manjushri.org

    Conishead Priory, Ulverston

    CHRISTMAS EVE & DAY & MEDITATION RETREAT
    Celebrate Christmas in a different way

    This Christmas, give yourself the most meaningful gift: a peaceful and loving heart.

    In the beautiful and relaxing environment of the Kadampa Temple for World Peace,…

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    24 Dec 2025to28 Dec 2025Open 09:10 - 20:30

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    Photo of the Swan Hotel & Spa
    Live Music at The Swan Hotel - Rob Young

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    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    We can't wait to welcome Rob Young to The Swan this Christmas Eve for a magical evening of live music.

    Settle in and enjoy the cosy festive atmosphere as Rob fills the room with his unique blend of roots acoustic blues, ragtime, and the…

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    24 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00

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  14. A traditional Christmas dinner
    A traditional Christmas dinner
    Christmas Lunch at The Swan

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    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    reception@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    Food, glorious food!

    Christmas Lunch at The Swan

    'Cause food is what Christmas is really about, right? Enjoy your turkey dinner with all of the trimmings, minus the washing up this year! Join us for a fabulously festive 3-course lunch with all of…

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    25 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 17:00

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  15. Photo of The Swan Hotel & Spa
    Photo of The Swan Hotel & Spa
    Live Music at The Swan Hotel - Becki Fishwick

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    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    We're delighted to welcome Becki Fishwick to The Swan this Boxing Day for an uplifting evening of live music.

    Relax into the festive spirit as Becki brings her signature blend of vintage vocals, soulful classics, and modern favourites — the perfect…

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    26 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00

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  16. John Halligan Elvis Boxing Night Party
    John Halligan Elvis Boxing Night Party
    John Halligan as Elvis - Boxing Night Party

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    Lake Road, Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BJ

    Telephone

    07821 888969

    royaltybowness@gmail.com

    Bowness-on-Windermere

    John has been performing as Elvis Presley for many years & is well loved in the Furness area.

    This show is John singing to track (not a full band show), hence the lower ticket price. Even without a band John never fails to entertain.

    There will…

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    26 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:50

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  17. A photo of The Swan Hotel & Spa
    A photo of The Swan Hotel & Spa
    Live Music at The Swan Hotel - Helen Miller

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    The River Room Brasserie at The Swan Hotel & Spa, The Swan Hotel & Spa, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8NB

    Telephone

    01539 531681

    events@swanhotel.com

    Newby Bridge

    We're thrilled to welcome Helen Miller to The Swan on 27th December for a soulful evening of live music.

    Keep the festive feeling going as Helen performs a beautiful mix of contemporary favourites, easy-listening classics, and laid-back acoustic…

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    27 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00

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  18. Still photo from Rheged's Pinocchio Pantomime.
    Still photo from Rheged's Pinocchio Pantomime.
    Pinocchio | Christmas Live Pantomime

    Address

    The Rheged Centre, Redhills, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0DQ

    Telephone

    +441768868000

    enquiries@rheged.com

    Penrith

    It's puppet pandemonium in this magical pantomime!

    Join Pinocchio, Geppetto, and a cast of colourful characters as the little wooden boy sets out on a wild adventure to become real, but watch out for the villainous Stromboli who's always out to…

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    The Rheged Centre, Penrith

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    From:
    28 Dec 2025to29 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

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  19. Violin placed face up next to a Christmas tree
    Violin placed face up next to a Christmas tree
    Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

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    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZ

    Telephone

    0333 344 6250

    info@citymusicpromotions.co.uk

    The Abbey, Carlisle

    Step into the warm glow of candlelight this festive season and experience the magic of Christmas through the timeless beauty of classical music, set within the enchanting surroundings of Carlisle Cathedral , an architectural jewel in the heart of…

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    Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle

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    28 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30

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  20. Winter Warmer Trains
    Winter Warmer Trains

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    Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

    Telephone

    +441229717171

    steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Wrap up warm and step aboard for a magical winter journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway's Winter Warmer Trains! From 28th December 2025 to 3rd January 2026, enjoy a scenic train ride aboard scheduled heritage steam and diesel trains through…

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    28 Dec 2025to3 Jan 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

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