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This retreat is a spiritual and creative journey, a cocoon of connection, to ourselves, to each other and to God.
Nancy's ethos as an artist and facilitator is directly linked to her spirituality. This retreat takes inspiration from The Artist's…Dates
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- 13 July 2026to16 July 2026Various Opening Times
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Lingholm Estate, Lingholm Lodge, Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TZTelephone
01768772255Portinscale, Keswick
Join us for a fun-filled evening of live outdoor theatre with The Three Musketeers performed at the gorgeous Lingholm Estate, on the outskirts of Keswick.
A wonderful event for the whole family, the talented Illyria Theatre Company celebrates this…
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- 14 July 2026Various Opening Times
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Bitts Park, Mayor's Drive, Carlisle, Cumbernald, CA3 8UZTelephone
07766552211Carlisle
Step right up and prepare to be transported back in time with Big Kid Circus: Jurassic — the most thrilling and imaginative production in the UK circus calendar for 2026! Celebrating the company's 21st UK touring season, Jurassic is a spectacular…
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- 15 July 2026to19 July 2026Open 10:00 - 08:00
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Swim the Lakes, 2 Compston Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJTelephone
01539433826Ambleside
The Buckstones Jum and Waterfalls swim takes us just down the road from our Ambleside base to the hamlet of Rydal. This is a wonderful hike up to the popular Buckstones Jum and the waterfalls that lie downstream. A "Jum" is an old dialect word for a…
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- 15 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 5 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Swim the Lakes, Swim the Lakes, 2 Compston Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DJTelephone
015394 338262 Compston Rd, Ambleside
The Buckstones Jum and Waterfalls swim takes us just down the road from our Ambleside base to the hamlet of Rydal. This is a wonderful hike up to the popular Buckstones Jum and the waterfalls that lie downstream.
The pool below the fall at…Dates
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- 15 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 5 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by Cumbrian printmakers.
Exploration and Discovery is an exhibition by Cumbria Printmakers, a cooperative of individual artists united by a shared passion…
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- 15 July 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay."
This exhibition brings together the creative voices of ArtyBird Carnforth Fellowship Alumni, each offering their own glimpse into the rich and ever-changing landscape of Morecambe Bay. The featured…Dates
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- 15 July 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using recycled fabrics and white cotton garments, she hand-stitches phrases in red thread and integrates letterpress elements to evoke time and heritage.
Blending…Dates
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- 15 July 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Wordsworth Grasmere, Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9PPTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
We are celebrating our new exhibition in style – with a Gothic summer garden party!
Step into a Gothic tale as you explore our immersive exhibition, where moonlit woodlands, haunted villas and eerie seascapes surround rare treasures, including a…
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- 16 July 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133Kendal
Pink Floyd by Candlelight is an intimate acoustic concert celebrating the music of Pink Floyd. Performed by a trio featuring male and female vocals, acoustic guitars and violin, the show presents carefully arranged interpretations of Pink Floyd's…
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- 16 July 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Talkin Tarn Country Park, Tarn Road, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1HNTelephone
01228 598596Tarn Road, Brampton
Outdoor theatre suitable for all ages at Talkin Tarn Country Park.
Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company on a breathless race through the centuries in this delightfully inventive show that tells the entire story of Britain in…
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- 16 July 2026Open 18:00 - 21:30
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Glenridding Car Park, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0JSTelephone
01539433826Glenridding
The Swim to Devils Chimney is another one of our favourite island-hopping adventures, this time on Ullswater. With it's 'Big Lake' exposure and dramatic views this exciting swim requires a good level of fitness… anything can happen on the way to…
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- 16 July 2026Various Opening Times
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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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Thu 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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28th June 2026BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new…
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23rd May 2026-1st September 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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1st June 2026-16th July 202611am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
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21st April 2026-27th August 2026Guess who's back… and feeling 22? ✨ Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — and this time we're…
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26th June 2026Wed 22 Apr- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 4.30-6pm | 11+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
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22nd April 2026-1st July 2026Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in…
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24th June 2026Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
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11th April 2026-3rd October 202621 Apr – 30 Jun (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
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23rd May 2026-18th July 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 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs A great way to relax, learn a new…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026The Windermere Record Fair SUNDAY 26th July 2026 Marchesi Centre Holly Road Windermere LA23…
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26th June 2026Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
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22nd April 2026-1st July 2026Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything –…
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25th June 2026-14th July 2026Tue 21 Apr-30 Jun (10 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ This course will explore multiple forms of fiction…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Acclaimed pianist Ida Pelliccioli returns to the Cathedral's Fratry Hall in 2026 presenting a new…
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28th June 202611.15am, 1.30pm or 3.30pm | Sessions are 90mins | 16+ yrs Discover Pottery Throwing is a fun,…
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