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Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…
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- 22 Aug 2026to10 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913Ulverston
Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of the botanicals we use to make our gins & vodkas. A welcome tipple awaits you, followed by a distillery tour by the owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe.…
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Wray, Low Wray, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JATelephone
015394 33250Ambleside
Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of the Wray team.
Starting on the Castle terrace, you'll stop at key points around the perimeter to hear how the Dawson family created the estate,…
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- 6 Sept 2026to22 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 24 Oct 2026to5 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 8 Nov 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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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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- 16 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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Meeting place: Benches outside public toilets/Hawkshead Chocolate Factory, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NTTelephone
01539431212Ambleside
Trace the steps of Beatrix Potter to discover the actual locations in Hawkshead which became settings for some of her stories. On this guided walk, we will see the places she captured in her realistic watercolours and sketches, modelling some of the…
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- 16 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of Afternoon Recitals continues. For today's recital we are delighted to welcome Lucy Farrimond to the Fratry Hall.
ake some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're a classical enthusiast or just…Dates
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- 16 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge textile practice.
Pathways presents a dynamic exhibition by Contemporary Quilt, a Special Interest Group of The Quilters' Guild, whose members…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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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
Based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo
After captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful returns to the stage with fresh energy and timeless power.
From Michael Morpurgo—beloved author of War Horse—comes the unforgettable story of Tommo…
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- 16 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 20:50
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled, sustainable materials.
Textile Fusion presents a new body of work by textile artist Dianne Standen, inspired by the rich textures, colours, and forms of…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through landscape.
Tumbling Stones, Wiggly Tin is an exhibition by Hilary Grisewood that explores and celebrates the vernacular architecture of the Yorkshire…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Wasdale Hall YHA Hostel, Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1ETTelephone
015394 33826Wasdale
Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure – Experience wild swimming in Wasdale which offers adventurous swims in pure, clear water. Known as the birthplace of British rock climbing and home to Wastwater, the most dramatic lake in England. Wastwater is…
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- 16 Sept 2026to18 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Big Fish Comedy Club brings new voices in comedy to venues across Cumbria. With 3 fabulous comedians hand-picked from the North West scene and beyond, bringing their freshest jokes to enjoy the unique 'big fish in a small pond' experience that…
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- 17 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
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20th February 2026-31st December 2026A celebration of homegrown Country and Americana artists, with local Furness acts bringing you a…
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18th September 2026From the time The Springsteen Sessions hit the stage, they take you on a musical journey down E…
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19th September 2026From producer Michael Cumming (Oxide Ghosts, King Rocker) In the 1980s and 1990s, Anthony Irvine…
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19th September 2026Experience this stunning new show, featuring Amy's original Guitarist, Robin Banerjee, for what is…
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19th September 2026Saturday – Sprint races held on the River Leven at the Swan Hotel Marina – On the water 10-12.30…
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19th September 2026Distance Race
20th September 2026Apple Day at Hutton-in-the-Forest on 20 September celebrates traditional orchard fruit with apple…
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20th September 2026Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK…
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3rd July 2026-4th October 2026Swim and run through some of the Lake District's most iconic and varied terrain. Athletes traverse…
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20th September 2026Something is rotten in Old London Town… In Victorian England, a rotten, raspberry blower is…
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19th September 2026In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler.…
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17th September 2026We are thrilled to have Emma return to Rosehill with TWO nights of delving deep into the worlds…
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20th September 2026Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable…
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19th May 2026-29th October 2026Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026We are thrilled to have Emma return to Rosehill with TWO nights of delving deep into the worlds…
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20th September 2026Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026Heritage open weekend with free entry to venues and activities 19th and 20th Sept in Appleby in…
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19th September 2026-20th September 2026★★★★★ "Doctors should prescribe it as an antidepressant" – Broadway Baby ★ SELL-OUT show at the…
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18th September 2026Based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo After captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful…
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