1. PHOTO OF Tour of Britain, Stage 2 - Carlisle to Kendal, Lake District National Park - the peloton of cyclists ride through Honister Pass in The Lake District.
    What's On Tour de France Grand Départ GB 2027 Cumbria
  2. Cross Bay walk organised and led by the Guide Over Sands Trust
    What's On Official Cross Bay Walk
  3. Crowd gathered on the shores of Coniston Water to watch outdoor theatre at Brantwood
    What's On Outdoor Theatre at Brantwood, Coniston
  4. Aerial View of Keswick Mountain Festival tents and patrons in Keswick, Lake District
    What's On Keswick Mountain Festival

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  1. Visitors at a Stall at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors and Stalls at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors at a Stall at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Visitors and Stalls at Keswick Saturday Market in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Keswick Market

    Address

    Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5JR

    Telephone

    07753 934 540

    Phil.byers@cumberland.gov.uk

    Keswick

    Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2025to20 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  2. two people sat on a canoe in the middle of a lake
    Simon Starling: Boat Works

    Address

    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon Starling. Bringing together his major boat-themed projects, the show explores the vessel as a symbol of migration, transformation, and change.

    Highlights…

    Venue

    Abbot Hall, Kendal

    Dates

    From:
    20 Sept 2025to13 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  3. A photo by Juliet Klottrup of a wooden jetty outstretched over a lake in Cumbria
    Juliet Klottrup: An Archive

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    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    Discover life on Windermere through the lens of award-winning artist Juliet Klottrup. This exhibition of paintings and photography celebrates the people, stories and heritage of Windermere — from boatbuilders and our conservation team to community…

    Venue

    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere

    Dates

    From:
    11 Oct 2025to31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

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  4. A man being dragged along by his dog on a woodland trail,
    Lakeland Paws canicross series

    Address

    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78469

    debs@greenspaceevents.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched!
    Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.

    This series…

    Venue

    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

    Dates

    From:
    19 Oct 2025to10 May 2026Open 09:00 - 13:00

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  5. Ceramic close up
    Frances Priest: Motif | Line | Colour

    Address

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JT

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour.

    The exhibition follows her evolution from monochrome pieces to vibrant, intricate designs, featuring her latest collection Unfixing, rarely seen archive…

    Venue

    Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2025to11 Apr 2026Various Opening Times

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  6. A person playing a clarinet in a cave
    Bellwethers Exhibition

    Address

    The Dock Museum, The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PW

    Telephone

    +441229876400

    jirving@barrowbc.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local stories of fragility & survival - of nature, of people - in South Cumbria. Through sound, film, images and words, an unseen, unheard world emerges. A world…

    Venue

    The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025to23 Feb 2026Various Opening Times

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  7. Mutiple artworks on a purple coloured wall
    What We Treasure: Art out of the Archive

    Address

    Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SH

    Telephone

    +441539435544

    enquiries@wordsworth.org.uk

    Grasmere

    This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover grand landscapes by Constable and Turner, a hasty sketch by Dorothy Wordsworth, dramatic watercolours and rarely displayed objects that spark wonder,…

    Venue

    Wordsworth Grasmere, Grasmere

    Dates

    From:
    9 Dec 2025to6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  8. Made in Barrow

    Address

    The Dock Museum, The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PW

    Telephone

    01229 876400

    jirving@barrowbc.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    We are proud to be working with our friends from Barrow Full to bring you our next temporary exhibition, "Made in Barrow" which will take you on a fascinating journey though Barrow made by local artists

    Venue

    The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness

    Dates

    From:
    10 Jan 2026to5 Apr 2026Various Opening Times

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  9. A child moulding clay
    Artseen Tuesday

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Artseen Tuesday is a fun and lively class. Here you can develop your skills in art, craft and design in our relaxed and supportive arts studio setting. Explore lots of different materials and techniques. These can include drawing, painting,…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Jan 2026to24 Feb 2026Open 16:00 - 17:30

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  10. A group of young dancers
    Brewery Youth Dance (11-14 yrs)

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 4.15-5.45pm | 11-14 yrs
    Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future…

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    From:
    13 Jan 2026to24 Mar 2026Open 16:10 - 05:40

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  11. Group of young dancers
    Brewery Youth Dance (15+ yrs)

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Tue 13 Jan-24 Mar (10 wks) | 6-7.30pm
    Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start date has passed, bookings may still be available, please contact the box office at 01539 725133. Join our mailing list for updates on future courses.

    This…

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    From:
    13 Jan 2026to24 Mar 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30

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  12. A group of ladies dancing
    Mature Movers

    Address

    Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

    Telephone

    01539 725 133

    boxoffice@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves moving together to a variety of music, exploring different styles, and creating movement in a fun, supportive and overall sociable atmosphere.

    What…

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    From:
    13 Jan 2026to24 Feb 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30

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RLPO presents – Dementia Friendly Concert: Sunrise to Starry Skies
RLPO presents – Dementia Friendly Concert: Sunrise to Starry Skies

Join presenter Claire Henry and Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra musicians for a concert…

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26th February 2026

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26th February 2026
Brewery Youth Theatre (7-11 yrs)
Brewery Youth Theatre (7-11 yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…

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15th January 2026-26th March 2026
Mother and child crafting
Crafty February half term at Blackwell

Enjoy a relaxed and creative family day out this February half term at Blackwell – the Arts &…

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14th February 2026-21st February 2026
A young man wearing a red and blue jacket and safety harness navigating a rope bridge in a treetop adventure course, surrounded by lush green forest.
Go Ape x Winter Adventures 2025

Based in the heart of Whinlatter Forest, just inside Keswick, adventure awaits. Whether you're a…

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14th February 2026-22nd February 2026
Sip & Serenity
Sip & Serenity

Immerse yourself in the luxury of Tropic Skincare, complemented by a glass of bubbly as you…

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20th February 2026
A group of ladies dancing
Mature Movers

Mature Movers is an open dance class for all abilities, aimed at over 60s. The class involves…

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Season

13th January 2026-24th February 2026
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Solstice

The Clann tour continues into 2026! Voted Best Band in Prog magazine's latest annual Prog Awards,…

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20th February 2026
Agogo String Quartet
Agogo String Quartet

Haydn - String Quartet in G minor Op.74, No.3 'Rider' Kane - Windchimes (Premiere) Prokofiev -…

Openings

Season

26th February 2026
Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)
Brewery Youth Dance (7-11 yrs)

Thu 15 Jan-26 Mar (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…

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Season

15th January 2026-26th March 2026
A delicious G&T themed afternoon tea served inside Shed One
Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour

As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas". Enjoy a botanical-inspired…

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24th January 2026-14th March 2026

Season

30th January 2026-13th March 2026
Animal Farm
Animal Farm

Fringe favourite Guy Masterson's globally acclaimed solo adaptation of George Orwell's barnyard…

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Season

26th February 2026
Photo of the roof of Carlisle Cathedral
Angels' View Tours

Please join us for a special tour of Carlisle Cathedral. Climb up to our clerestory to experience…

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20th February 2026
Half term event at the Dock Museum Feb 2026
Nature Heroes

Working with our friends from The Bay - Blueprint for recovery we are pleased to bring you a free…

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20th February 2026
Snowdrop Weekends at National Trust Acorn Bank
Snowdrop Weekends at National Trust Acorn Bank

Snowdrop Weekends are back for 2026. Weekends from the 7 February are a chance to visit whilst the…

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Season

7th February 2026-1st March 2026
RLPO presents – Under-5s Concert: Magic Forest
RLPO presents – Under-5s Concert: Magic Forest

We're stepping into an enchanted woodland for this adventure, and who knows what we'll find… Join…

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Season

25th February 2026

Season

25th February 2026
A person playing a clarinet in a cave
Bellwethers Exhibition

A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local…

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd February 2026
Sample Craft
Free crafts in the Visitor Centre - just drop in!

Get Crafty! Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great…

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Season

14th February 2026-22nd February 2026
Elinor Nicholson Harpist
Harp Concert

We are delighted to welcome Harpist Elinor Nicholson to perform in Brantwood's Drawing Room as part…

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22nd February 2026
People at Shed One making their own spirit with owner Andy
Make Your Own Distilled Spirit

Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…

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22nd February 2026
A child doing some arts and crafts
Creative February half term at Abbot Hall

Get creative this February half term at Abbot Hall, with hands-on activities inspired by the Simon…

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Season

14th February 2026-21st March 2026
Sizergh Castle
Daughters of the Soil

Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…

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Season

14th February 2026-1st November 2026
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Ashley Campbell 'the Goodnight Nashville Tour'

Ashley Campbell, daughter of country legend Glen Campbell, began her career playing banjo and…

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Season

21st February 2026
two people sat on a canoe in the middle of a lake
Simon Starling: Boat Works

This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…

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Season

20th September 2025-13th March 2026
J.D. Kenworthy
J.D. Kenworthy

This temporary exhibition celebrates the work of local artist and civic leader John Dalzell…

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14th February 2026-21st June 2026

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