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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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- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 20 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7JBTelephone
016977 47485Brampton
Members of the Ermine Street Guard, the world famous re-enactment group will be at the Roman Army Museum to show how they make the replica Roman items they wear and use for their displays.
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Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Cumbria, CARLISLE, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5PRTelephone
+441228792732Longtown, Carlisle
Set in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside, Netherby Hall hosts a fantastic car show which displays some of the best and unique classic cars and performance vehicles that the UK has to offer.
Saturday will be dedicated to showing Performance and…Dates
- From:
- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Ambleside Parish Centre, Vicarage Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DHTelephone
01539 266 200Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines arrived in the UK on the last Winton train from Prague in 1939. She will share some reflections of her life, in particular her immense support of the arts and deep…
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- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 18:30 -
Keswick
Thirlmere's 76th show! Everyone is welcome to join the cut and thrust of the competitions or come and share the buzz when the doors open at 2.30pm on Saturday 1 August. The WI teas are second to none and this year we also have music from the North…
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- From:
- 1 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 16:30
Address
Ambleside Parish Church, Vicarage Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DHTelephone
01539 266 200Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Dvořák Piano Trio in E minor Op.90 'Dumky'
Reicha Piano Trio in F Op.101, No.4
Smetana Piano Trio in G minor Op.15Three composers, three musicians - one rich musical heritage. Intensity, lyricism…
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- 1 Aug 2026Open 19:30 -
Address
Kendal Town Hall, 9a Lowther Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4DLTelephone
01539 266 200Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Fanny Mendelssohn String Quartet in E flat
Dvořák Cypresses Nos.1, 9, 10&12
Bliss String Quartet No.1Kindly supported by the Bliss Trust
Fresh from their appearance during our spring series the…
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- From:
- 2 Aug 2026Open 14:00 -
Address
Windermere Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BNTelephone
01539 266 200Bowness-on-Windermere
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Showtimes: 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm
Join flautist Meera Maharaj and harpist Lucy Nolan as they embark upon a journey into the clouds! Based on celebrated author and illustrator John Burningham's much-loved…
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 14:00 -
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- 2 Aug 2026Open 15:30 -
Address
Workington Cricket Club, The Cloffocks, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3YHTelephone
07743984095Workington
The Festival of Running is a community-focused sporting event designed to promote health, wellbeing and local engagement. The event combines competitive races with family-friendly activities, entertainment and refreshments, creating an inclusive and…
Dates
- From:
- 2 Aug 2026Open 08:00 - 16:00
Address
Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133Kendal
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…
Dates
- From:
- 2 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Kendal Town Hall, 9a Lowther Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4DLTelephone
01539 266 200Kendal
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Janáček String Quartet No.1 'The Kreutzer Sonata'
Smetana Quartet No.1 in E minor 'From My Life'
Dvořák Quartet No.10 in E flat Op.51 'Slavonic'Kindly supported by Charles Newbould
Described by BBC…
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- From:
- 2 Aug 2026Open 19:30 -
Address
Ambleside Parish Church, Vicarage Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DHTelephone
01539 266 200Ambleside
Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival
Wihan String Quartet | Trio Bohémo | Marcelo Rodrigues - Double Bass | Nadejda Strin Quartet | Resol String Quartet
Dvořák Piano Quintet No.2 in A Op.81
Dvořák String Quintet No.2 in G Op.77
Suk…Dates
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- 3 Aug 2026Open 19:30 -
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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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