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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Join us for an evening of short films +Q&A with The Beaver Trust, hosted by Kelvyn James Founder, CEO & Trustee of Wellness Walks
Beavers Without Borders
Follow science communicator Sophie Pavelle on a journey of discovery as she visits sites…Dates
- From:
- 10 Dec 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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The Borrowdale Hotel, Borrowdale, B5289, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UYTelephone
017687 77224B5289, Keswick
Join John Crouch, Cumbrian food historian, for a fascinating festive dining experience at The Borrowdale Hotel in the Borrowdale Valley, near Keswick.
This special four-course Christmas dinner explores the evolution of festive food through the…
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- From:
- 10 Dec 2026Open 18:30 -
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Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
It's always the most wonderful time of the year, full of peace and love, family and friends - so why does Santa think that this Christmas is going to be the best one ever… can you guess?
Dotty the Elf thinks Santa is planning a surprise Christmas…
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- From:
- 10 Dec 2026Open 16:00 - 16:50
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The Borrowdale Hotel, Borrowdale, B5289, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UYTelephone
017687 77224B5289, Keswick
Step back in time and celebrate the festive season at our unforgettable Christmas Party Night with vintage vocalist Miss Pearl. Eat, drink, and be merry as you enjoy a night of live entertainment, festive dining, and timeless music spanning from the…
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 19:00 -
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- 19 Dec 2026Open 19:00 -
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Townend barn, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LBTelephone
0344 249 1895Windermere
Join us at the historic Townend Lakeland barn in Troutbeck, Windermere to design and create your own natural Christmas wreath to decorate your home this festive season.
PLEASE BOOK TICKETS THROUGH THE NT WEBSITE https://www.nationaltrust.org…Dates
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- 11 Dec 2026to12 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Extended Theatre Seated
The Albion Christmas Band returns this December for its 27th year of touring, continuing a cherished festive tradition that marks the true beginning of Christmas.Described by The Guardian as "the perfect antidote to the…
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- From:
- 11 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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Holker Hall and Gardens, Holker Hall & Gardens, Carl-in-Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 7PLTelephone
+441539558328Carl-in-Cartmel
Father Christmas returns to Holker Hall this December!
Meet Father Christmas and the Elves at Holker Hall and discover the magic of Christmas. Receive a gift from Father Christmas by the roaring fire in the magical setting of Holker's grand library…
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- 12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 10:30 - 17:00
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- 19 Dec 2026to21 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Get into the festive spirit with an extraordinary evening of music and Christmas cheer as The Committed 2 Rock Chior return to Rosehill for a special fundraising concert.
Featuring powerful harmonies, feel-good favourites, festive classics, and a…
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- From:
- 12 Dec 2026Open 19:20 - 21:30
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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
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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
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- 12 Dec 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
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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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Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
Through unheard stories alongside candid photos from his new bestselling book 'No One You Know', Dave Rowntree shares the tales behind Blur's formative years.
From their early friendships in Colchester, to world tours, and famously going…
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- From:
- 13 Dec 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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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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- 13 Dec 2026Open 15:30 - 18:40
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Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five…
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2nd September 2026-1st November 2026Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
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2nd September 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Shipping Brow Contemporary 2026 brings together ten young, emerging and/ or contemporary artists…
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18th August 2026-20th September 2026The Northern String Quartet is a highly acclaimed and award-winning ensemble based in the UK,…
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3rd 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 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 2026Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
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1st September 2026Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
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7th July 2026-19th June 2027Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray. Designed for families and…
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18th July 2026-1st September 2026Fifty four artists will open their studios or create a pop-up exhibition as part of this free event…
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5th September 2026-20th September 2026You're seven years old. Mum's in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a…
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12th August 2026-5th September 2026Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
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29th August 2026-19th September 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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22nd July 2026-22nd July 2027Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
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18th July 2026-19th September 2026a fabulous 4-hour workshop celebrating our fabulous feathered friends, whilst exploring the…
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6th September 2026Live music event in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity and Air Ambulance with Entertainment, Raffle,…
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5th September 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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2nd September 2026Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the 80s…
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5th September 2026The Unseen Child is the story of a young carer who escapes his daily life through fantasy worlds…
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