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Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LDTelephone
+441229820000Barrow-in-Furness
Through unheard stories alongside candid photos from his new bestselling book 'No One You Know', Dave Rowntree shares the tales behind Blur's formative years.
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- 27 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
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St Andrews Place, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7XXTelephone
+447732193197Penrith
Experience Aethelflaed:A new opera in it's most intimate form. This 90 minute recital version features live excerpts of the opera sung by soprano Rachel Kobernick with narration by composer Andre Fratto. The programme is designed to guide audiences…
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- 27 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Great Tower, Birks Road, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA23 3PQTelephone
01539 885298Newby Bridge
Terror at Great Tower
Looking for some spooky family fun this October half term? Head to Great Tower for an outdoor Halloween adventure in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside.
Designed for children aged 6+, Terror at Great Tower is packed with…
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- 27 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 22:00
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- 29 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 22:00
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Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Keswick Rd, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9PRTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Join one of the world's most celebrated crime writers for a thrilling evening in Grasmere.
To mark the release of Chain Reaction, the latest Jack Reacher novel, the award-winning thriller-writer Lee Child will be discussing the craft of writing,…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Colour Blending and Weft Bundling in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell
£70 plus £5 for materials
Come and explore techniques for colour blending and shifting apparently seamlessly from one colour to another, taking inspiration from the colours of…Venue
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Brown Howe Car Park, A5084, Coniston, Cumbria, LA12 8DWTelephone
01229 889183Coniston
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston Water. As daylight fades, paddle across the peaceful lake surrounded by the dramatic Coniston mountains and some of the Lake District's most…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 16:00 - 19:00
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- 17 Feb 2027Open 16:40 - 19:40
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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
015394 46139Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Enjoy 15% off your festive shopping at Blackwell on Saturday 28 November.
Exclusive to Lakeland Arts Members, this offer can be used on most products in Blackwell's Gift Shop, making it a lovely opportunity to discover thoughtful gifts, seasonal…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling
Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on with real and replica objects, lead by one of our team of volunteers. Included in museum admission.
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151Carlisle
Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light. Atmospheric lighting and immersive soundscapes create a magical setting beneath the stunning lunar installation, making this a truly memorable evening.
For…
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- 28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 29 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
01768778469Braithwaite, Keswick
Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest.
Listen out for owls, learn about the wildlife in the forest and experience the wonders of the night sky. Finish with hot chocolate & marshmallows around a campfire.
Please bring a…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Welcome to Poetry Club! A space for poets and creatives to share their Spoken Word work and explore featured poets from across the country. Born from our popular Verbalise events, Poetry Club offers a relaxing and inspiring evening. Sign up and take…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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The Victoria Wood Theatre, The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
01539440872Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
Our third season of classic films highlights the exciting film career of Victoria Wood - writer, director and star in a wide variety of fascinating films showcasing her amazing talent. Each screening will be introduced, and you're invited to join…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Step onto the footplate, take the controls under expert guidance and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience unlike any other- 15 Mar 202631 Dec 2026
- Get ready to roll this half term with Grizedale Forest’s brand-new family adventure!
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Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Looking for things to do this October Half Term in the Lake District? Get outdoors and head to Go…
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24th October 2026-1st November 2026Join us for our planetarium show about one of the most fascinating and topical subjects in modern…
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28th October 2026Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled,…
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16th September 2026-20th December 2026Using the Autumn landscape as inspiration, join artist Penny Hillier–Evans for a creative workshop…
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24th October 2026Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read…
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24th October 2026An evening of music inspired by remembrance, resilience and hope, centred on the remarkable story…
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30th October 2026A solo exhibition of pastel paintings by Sarah Reid. This solo exhibition brings together a…
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23rd September 2026-25th October 2026Colour Blending and Weft Bundling in Woven Tapestry with Anna Wetherell £70 plus £5 for…
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28th October 2026Get ready for laughs as the loveable, bumbling Baffo returns in a riotous, cycle-themed clown show!…
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26th October 2026Our third season of classic films highlights the exciting film career of Victoria Wood - writer,…
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28th October 2026The world's finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in The…
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24th October 2026-31st January 2027Women Who Cumbria present Mooch: a clothes swap event at Maryport's brand new Carlton venue. Grab a…
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24th October 2026Swim in the lake at night under The Milky Way, the glow of your light-up tow float keeping you…
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24th October 2026-19th November 2026Looking for a fun outdoor activity this Halloween with your family near Keswick? Take on the…
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24th October 2026-1st November 2026Fear returns to Muncaster with a vengeance from 29 - 31 October at SCARECASTER - our spine-tingling…
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29th October 2026-31st October 2026Enjoy 15% off your festive shopping at Blackwell on Saturday 28 November. Exclusive to Lakeland…
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28th October 2026Welcome to Poetry Club! A space for poets and creatives to share their Spoken Word work and explore…
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28th October 2026Youngsters are invited to help create a major art installation this half-term in a meadow at…
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25th October 2026-26th October 2026He's a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon – aka Johnny Rotten –…
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24th October 2026Alex McAleer possesses the uncanny ability to apparently tap into his audiences minds and read…
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24th October 2026Screening. Two of opera's most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi's…
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24th October 2026TRIP, born out of the vibrant Glasgow traditional music scene, unite the kindred Celtic traditions…
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29th October 2026Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through…
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16th September 2026-20th December 2026
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