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Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got festivals aplenty, from folk weekends centred on a brewery to a music festival that also includes outdoor activities – hardly surprising given that the Lake District, Cumbria is known for its natural beauty. Walking festivals, fell runs, competitive bike races, orienteering and challenge events… whatever way you like to tackle or enjoy nature, we’ve got something for you.
When you’re done exerting yourself, you’ll be looking for something to eat - and in Cumbria, we know how to celebrate our remarkable food heritage! There are markets and foodie events all over the county spread throughout the year, from a celebration of marmalade to a chili eating competition. Taste Cumbria hosts a series of great festivals between April and October with lots of food stalls and cooking demos.
And don’t forget beer. We’re big fans of it in Cumbria – we like to brew it, drink it and celebrate its very existence with over a dozen brilliant festivals throughout the year. Discover big events spread over a couple of days that draw in crowds from all over England, and smaller events in cosy pubs deep in the heart of rural Cumbria.
Christmas markets, Easter fairs and seasonal celebrations are huge in the county, too. From agricultural shows to festive fun, we’ve got you covered. How about stepping back in time at the Ulverston Dickensian Festival? Check out our Lake District, Cumbria blog for bags of inspiring articles on places to visit and things to see.
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Greystoke, Penrith
Lyn will teach you how to employ loose watercolour techniques, allowing the pigment and water combination to work their own magic without too much interference being necessary. You could also include other tools, such as pens, inktence pencils,…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Penrith
Join Margaret Jarvis for the day and learn the various intricacies of painting in Pen and Wash
This medium can also be known as 'Watercolour & Ink'.
This day will touch on colour mixing and using watercolours and it combines the subtle variable…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely, festive printmaking day with Sue, suitable for beginners or improvers, learning the basics of cutting and hand printing of your own unique lino design to create an edition of stunning Christmas cards on a selection of different coloured…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Greystoke, Penrith
A lovely day with Cumbria's Willow master Phil Bradley creating a small Willow Angel
We are so happy that Phil runs several courses here at Greystoke, he has been teaching here since 2005 - his days are always popular, inspirational and relaxing.…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Moresby, Whitehaven
The show where every child gets a present from Santa!
What magic is hidden inside Santa's Christmas Crackers?
Will you help Dotty the Elf to pull them and cast their special spell?
And can they help Pompom the Penguin learn all about the wonder of…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!
Holly's hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all…
Barrow-in-Furness
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea supper, all for an amazing night of fun!
Kendal
Since their inception in 1984, The Men They Couldn't Hang have been a driving force in the folk-punk scene, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances and socially conscious songwriting. Emerging from the Shepherd's Bush squatting…
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Cold moon illuminates our deepest desires with her magical bright light. Whilst the world is at rest, our dreams for the year ahead are beginning to form in readiness for the return of the sun at the upcoming winter solstice.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
A women's cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Yule, the Winter Solstice.
Celebrating the release of the dark and return of the sun as from now on each new day grows longer.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Braithwaite, Keswick
Celebrate the energy of the winter solstice with forest bathing in the beautiful Whinlatter forest. At the shortest day, we take our lead from Mother Nature; slowing down our bodies and minds to the rhythm of the forest.
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick
Grasmere
What was Christmas like when the Wordsworths lived at Dove Cottage 200 years ago? Have a go at some Georgian Christmas crafts, including making pomanders and wreaths.
Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere
Inspiration
The Swan Hotel & Spa are excited to be bringing back summer spa-rties, and this time it's going to…
An exciting season of horse racing, over 9 race dates with entertainment for the whole family.
Looking ahead to Friday 24th May, we'll be welcoming Jack Hartley to The Swan. An Avid player on…
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and…
A one and a quarter-hour cruise to catch the sunset over Windermere. This relaxing cruise takes…
From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current…
Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act…
Two experimental groups arrive in Barrow for a night of sonic sounds. Tara Clerkin Trio and…
Sarah, based in Penrith, Cumbria, an ideal base to explore the Lakes, Cumbrian coastline, and the…
£65 plus £5 for materials Stone surrounds us at Farfield Mill, in the walls and forming the bed of…
Kendal Community Theatre welcomes summer with May Fest, a parade and performance in the streets of…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Heavyweights of the Cumbrian and International art world are joining together to take part in Rock…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
Our 1/2 day NaturesGems tours start at 9am and finish around 1pm. We will spend the morning…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
Annie - A local artist who has worked in pastels, watercolours and acrylics for over 30 years. A…
Explore our gorgeous gardens with Janet Queen, Rose Castle’s Head Gardener on Thursday 23rd May at…
On 14 December 2017, Omar Samra and Omar Nour, affectionately dubbed 'O2', set off in the world's…
Little Explorers story and nature walks for under 5s and their grown-ups. These fun interactive…
Join English Heritage for hands-on activities and family fun in the fresh air this May half-term.
Are you a crafter or interested in crafts? Would you like to take part in our free wellbeing…
Develop your hand building techniques to create a range of pots that you will fire the following…
Get ready for a May half-term full of fun and adventure at Walby Farm Park, the ultimate…
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