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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
"Santa! SANTA'S COMING! I KNOW HIM!"
Spend some magical time with Santa Claus himself! Share your Christmas wishes, take a festive photo, and see if you're on the Nice List. Perfect for a memorable visit that will bring holiday cheer to the whole…
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- From:
- 12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Screening.
At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds…Dates
- From:
- 12 Dec 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
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Cumbria, Keswick, Little Crosthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QDTelephone
+441768772255Little Crosthwaite, Keswick
For the first time ever, Santa is coming to Calvert Lakes!
On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th December, join us as we zip wire with Santa, visit his grotto, complete the Calvert Quest and enjoy festive refreshments.
We're welcoming our local…
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- From:
- 12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 16:30
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Stricklandgate Methodist Church, Windermere Rd, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4QJTelephone
+441539725955Kendal
Kendal South Choir, under the baton of Geoffrey Field, invite you to join them for a concert of festive music, with organ and piano accompaniment.
There will be seasonal organ and piano duets and trios from Geoffrey Field, Andy Plowman and Wendy…Dates
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- 12 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TSTelephone
0344 579 3002Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Get into the festive spirit on our Christmas Jumper Raceday!
Join us on Sunday 13 December as we step into Christmas at Carlisle with a festive day filled with fun for the whole family!Venue
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- 13 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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The Castle Green Hotel Weddings, The Castle Green Hotel, Castle Green Lane, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6RGTelephone
+441539734000Castle Green Lane, Kendal
Step into a dazzling world where music, style, and fandom collide. K-Pop Universe is a vibrant tribute experience celebrating the biggest icons of K-pop, brought to life by high-energy performers, flawless choreography, and show-stopping visuals…
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- From:
- 13 Dec 2026Open 15:30 - 18:40
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Threlkeld Village Hall, Threlkeld, keswick, cumbria, CA12 4RXTelephone
+447931679654keswick
The Churchfitters is a folk band like no other. These three flamboyant characters present their uplifting and enormously entertaining 'Christmas Cracker' show with a unique dynamism and describe their music as "Folk Unlimited". The three virtuoso…
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- From:
- 13 Dec 2026Open 19:10 - 23:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Valtos are Skye natives Daniel Docherty and Martyn MacDonald, and they have taken the Trad and Electronic music worlds by storm. Since their debut shows in December 2021, they have entertained audiences at festivals and sold-out venues nationwide…
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- From:
- 13 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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The Castle Green Hotel Weddings, The Castle Green Hotel, Castle Green Lane, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6RGTelephone
+441539734000Castle Green Lane, Kendal
Set the scene at a Christmas grotto where Santa has found his festive cheer at the bottom of a bottle, the elf just wants to play the man in the big red suit and last year's Santa is about to be discovered in the office.
Step into a world of…
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- 15 Dec 2026Open 18:40 - 23:00
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Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BZTelephone
015394 46139Rayrigg Road, Windermere
Guided by the experienced team from Kendal-based Willowpool Designs, you'll spend the day creating your own handmade willow deer decoration to take home and display during the festive season.
Taking place in the Learning Centre, with…
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- 16 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Kendal, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA8 9QNTelephone
015394 46139Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Experience Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house in a new light this Christmas as the sounds of live festive music fill the magnificent Main Hall.
On Wednesday 16 December, Kendal Concert Band will bring the house to life with a bright and uplifting…
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- From:
- 16 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Extended Theatre Seated
Featuring The Animals' founder member and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee John Steel alongside Danny Handley, Barney Williams and Norm Helm, Animals and Friends return Brewery Arts!The enduring influence and breadth of…
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- 17 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
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Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
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16th September 2026-20th December 2026Our Swanfire Night has always been about bringing people together – a chance for our local…
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6th November 2026Cult horror, supernatural cinema and big-screen scares come to Brewery Arts this autumn, with…
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14th October 2026-11th November 2026Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across the spectacular…
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6th November 2026Join us for our planetarium show about one of the most fascinating and topical subjects in modern…
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6th November 2026Experience Swanfire Night a little differently this year with our Sparkling Skies Experience at…
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6th November 2026Discover a vibrant selection of French-language cinema, from acclaimed contemporary releases and…
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21st October 2026-9th November 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 2026Flowing from the Fells presents selected works from the Lakeland Arts collection to explore the…
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24th October 2026-17th April 2027Following a stellar performance in 2025, Hejira return to Brewery Arts. Hejira is an outstanding…
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6th November 2026Our big indoor Christmas market showcases over 100 independent businesses from across Cumbria,…
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7th November 2026-8th November 2026Eden Valley and Penrith Astronomy Group have created an exhibition of Astrophotography for Rheged's…
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23rd October 2026-8th February 2027Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
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7th July 2026-19th June 2027Bonfire, Live music with Nick Marshall, BBQ
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7th November 2026Join Jo from JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will…
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7th November 2026Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
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29th October 2026-19th November 2026Season
5th November 2026-19th November 2026Cut Capers are the explosive 11-piece from Bristol, renowned for their legendary high-energy shows…
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6th November 2026Step inside real-life cases through dramatised crime scene mock-ups, criminal profiling,…
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6th November 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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8th November 2026-17th December 2026Community Fireworks Event: professional fireworks display to music. Taylor's funfair and various…
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6th November 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027conic British screen and stage star Phil Daniels will journey from Quadrophenia to Parklife as the…
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6th November 2026Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin…
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12th November 2026Step inside to discover a cosy, storybook Christmas at Hill Top. Where Beatrix Potter's characters…
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7th November 2026-13th December 2026
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