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Ambleside
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming. Rydal Water has a fascinating history and is the ideal location for wild swimming. Join us on this gem of a swim-hike, swim the islands of Rydal Water,…
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- 27 May 2026to27 May 2027
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- 2 Sept 2026
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX.
Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth…Venue
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- 18 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
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- 7 Sept 2026to11 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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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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- 18 July 2026to3 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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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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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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- 29 Aug 2026Open 14:00 -
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- 3 Sept 2026Open 15:00 -
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- 29 Oct 2026to19 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 18:00 -
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- 14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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- 10 Dec 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Ravenglass
Join Rob David at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 25 August for a fascinating talk on a little-known aspect of Cumbrian history.
This illustrated lecture examines the lives of refugees who came to Cumberland from Spain, Czechoslovakia, Austria and…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00
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Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge Pier, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NNTelephone
01768482229Pooley Bridge
A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical entertainment. The ticket price includes a two-hour evening cruise departing from Pooley Bridge pier and a fish and chip supper (veggie/gluten-free…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
Get your hands dirty and discover the joy of gardening!
Join us in Muncaster's new Community Kitchen Garden for a fun-filled family session packed with gardening activities, nature-inspired crafts and outdoor games. Little green fingers can…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
01539435544Grasmere
Explore the enchanted woods with William and Dorothy Wordsworth and get involved with crafts, printing and creative writing. Make a treasure map, build a pop-up world, tell a story with shadow puppets, or build your own fairy wings. Talking animals…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Meet the Ancient Britons
During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet some Ancient Britons (www.ancientbritain.org) and find out about life on the edge of the Roman Empire. Included in the price of your visit, no booking…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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- 31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Family Craft Drop-In
Every Tuesday through the summer holidays we will be running craft drop-in sessions. Visit the museum and make something to take away as a souvenir! Included in the price of your visit, no booking necessary. All ages welcome…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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The Armitt Museum, Rydal Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9BLTelephone
01539431212Ambleside
The talk describes the development and land use of the hamlet of Grizedale during the period from the 13th to the 21st century, including the manorial system of governance, the road system, the creation of extensive landed estates, and the piecemeal…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30
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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA220NTTelephone
015394 36674Hawkshead, Ambleside
This talk will be led by Lucy Saint-Smith, a library & museum professional who has worked for the Quakers in the UK for the past 8 years. She is currently the Collections Officer at Swarthmoor Hall, Ulveston, the 17th century home of Margaret Fell &…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Explore the enchanted woods with William and Dorothy Wordsworth and get involved with crafts,…
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25th August 2026Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
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23rd May 2026-31st August 2026Family Craft Drop-In Every Tuesday through the summer holidays we will be running craft drop-in…
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25th August 2026This talk will be led by Lucy Saint-Smith, a library & museum professional who has worked for the…
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25th August 2026The Millom & Broughton Agricultural Show has a long and rich history, and is one of the highlights…
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29th August 2026If you love wild swimming around beautiful islands then you will love our Wild Isle…
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29th August 202614 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
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7th July 2026-4th October 2026The talk describes the development and land use of the hamlet of Grizedale during the period from…
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25th August 2026Be sure to bring your appetite, round up the family, and make a day of it and we'll do our best to…
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30th August 2026Calling Pokémon fans new and old from 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game…
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23rd May 2026-1st September 2026ROYALTY SOUL - NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN Are you ready for another unforgettable night of Tamla…
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30th August 2026Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
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20th February 2026-31st December 2026Looking for the ultimate family day out in Cumbria this summer? Get ready for Summer of Fun on the…
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18th July 2026-2nd September 2026Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake…
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4th July 2026-6th September 2026Photography exhibition about the Morecambe Bay fishing community by Tessa Bunney
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11th July 2026-4th October 2026We are very pleased to bring you a new exhibition to the Dock Museum, "What the sea decides to give…
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11th July 2026-4th October 2026Join us and some of the Ermine Street Guard at the Roman Army Museum to practice your archery…
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29th August 2026-30th August 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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18th July 2026-3rd September 2026Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray. Designed for families and…
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18th July 2026-1st September 2026We are excited to be working with Barrow AFC and Bluebird Supporters club to bring you the Barrow…
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18th July 2026-20th September 2026You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets…
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29th July 2026-30th September 2026Embark on an unforgettable Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with…
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27th August 2026A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical…
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25th August 2026Join local artist Lela Harris this summer for a weekly drawing workshop series designed especially…
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26th August 2026
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