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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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- 22 July 2026
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- 2 Sept 2026
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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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- 1 June 2026to16 July 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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- 6 June 2026to25 July 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 14 Nov 2026to19 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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- 6 June 2026to1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 30 July 2026Open 15:00 -
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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
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
A German emigrant living in a trailer in Kansas is the victim of a botched sex-change operation. Adapted from the critically acclaimed off-Broadway rock theater hit, "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" tells the story of the "internationally ignored" rock…
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- 23 June 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
A walk through the Social History of Whitehaven Town.
Join us for a series of fascinating walks and talks uncovering the hidden stories and remarkable characters of Whitehaven's past.
Tuesday 23 June – Caribbean and Virginia Trade…
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- 23 June 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
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- 14 July 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
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- 28 July 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
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Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TSTelephone
0344 579 3002Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in the racing calendar – The Carlisle Bell, the world's oldest sporting trophy, first contested in 1599.
This historic race is the centrepiece of a…
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- 24 June 2026Open 12:30 - 18:00
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Skiddaw Hotel, Main Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5BNTelephone
01768772071Keswick
Back by popular demand – and with even more flavour – Chef Bobby invites you to a night of authentic Spanish hospitality, inspired by his 20 years living and cooking across Spain, with a special love for the bold, rustic dishes of Catalonia.
Expect…
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- 24 June 2026Open 18:30 -
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Finsthwaite Village, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8BJTelephone
01539433826Ulverston
Our Finsthwaite Wild Swim is an easy-paced swim walk taking us from the village of Finsthwaite, through some lovely woodland to our secluded swimming spot. Swim the Lakes regulars will enjoy the change of scene here, it is a little local spot and…
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- 24 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 19 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated
Brewery Arts Youth Theatre present their Summer Show – Love and Hope.Have you ever wondered how you can make a tiny tortoise grow, exactly what happens when the Monopoly man enters the game or what happens when you find…
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- 25 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Cumbria, Kendal, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539725133122A Highgate, Kendal
Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything – and for women, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil, master in the art of survival, wields her influence with intelligence and control.…
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- 25 June 2026to14 July 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
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Fellinis, Fellinis, Church St, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9ADTelephone
015394 33845Church St, Ambleside
BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton's celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean…
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- 25 June 2026Open 19:00 -
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- 28 June 2026Open 14:30 -
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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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Reactor, by Felicity Hammond, is a new multimedia installation exploring the possibilities of the…
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29th May 2026-1st August 2026Vibrant woven sails and textiles inspired by nineteenth-century Welsh shipwrecks and coastal…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Annual charity cycle event comprising four routes of either 13, 25, 50, or 71 miles. The event…
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28th June 2026Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
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1st May 2026-29th August 2026Back by popular demand – and with even more flavour – Chef Bobby invites you to a night of…
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24th June 2026Swap the frenzy of Henman Hill for the sweep of Ullswater's fells this July as Another Place, The…
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29th June 2026-12th July 2026Festival of the Lake is coming to Windermere Jetty Museum on Saturday 27 June 2026 for a full day…
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27th June 2026SAVE THE DATE - 27th and 28th June… We have a party pending... Jenningsfest - Celebrating 1 year of…
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27th June 2026-28th June 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Acclaimed pianist Ida Pelliccioli returns to the Cathedral's Fratry Hall in 2026 presenting a new…
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28th June 2026Wed 22 April- 1 Jul (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs An open adult dance class for all abilities.…
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22nd April 2026-1st July 2026Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 7-9pm | 16+ yrs Explore the creative possibilities of watercolour…
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22nd April 2026-24th June 2026Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self's Signature Nature Day Come and join The Conscious Self for a…
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28th June 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 2026Be part of history at Carlisle Racecourse this summer as we host one of the most iconic fixtures in…
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24th June 2026Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything –…
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25th June 2026-14th July 2026Wed 22 Apr- 24 Jun (8 wks) | 11.15am-1.45pm | 16+ yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If…
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22nd April 2026-24th June 2026The Antique Fair at Hutton-in-the-Forest takes place on Saturday 28 June, bringing together a wide…
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28th June 2026hu 23 Apr- 2 July (10wks) | 11.30am-12.30pm Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026James Delarre & Saul Rose are a celebrated English folk duo whose music is defined by the timeless…
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26th June 2026The varied habitats of the Dalemain Estate parklands and gardens area provide a rich, year-round…
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26th June 2026Hutton-in-the-Forest is a beautiful historic house and garden, situated on the northern edge of the…
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28th June 2026Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
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28th March 2026-1st October 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 5.30-7pm | 11-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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