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Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AETelephone
01539560951Nr Kendal
Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists, inspired by soil.
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- 14 Feb 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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Station Road, Keswick, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NFTelephone
01768773263Keswick
Inside just got interesting.
Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is reimagined. Sound, story and digital exploration blend into a hands-on experience that's full of life, built for curious minds and restless feet of all ages…
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- 20 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Fusehill St, Carlisle CA1 2HH, UKFusehill St, Carlisle, England, CA1 2HHTelephone
6506188162Carlisle
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo off cathedral spires. This self-guided audio tour turns your walk through Caldewgate into a vivid adventure, unwrapping secrets and scandals most…
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- 2 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 12:00 - 14:00
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LA11 6PN, Blencathra Farm, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6PNTelephone
07981134373Cartmel
Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children. At All About Alpacas, we aim to get kids comfortable with caring for and being around animals in a safe and interactive environment. Join us for a…
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- 3 Mar 2026to27 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Pennington's Spirits, Pennington's Spirits & Liqueurs (Pennington's Distillery), Unit 3 Millennium House, Boundary Bank, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5RRTelephone
01539592051Boundary Bank, Kendal
Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of Pennington's Spirits, an award-winning Lake District distillery based on the outskirts of Kendal.
This behind-the-scenes distillery experience offers…
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- 1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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- 1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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Townend, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LBTelephone
0344 249 1895Windermere
Discover the tales of Townend on our daily 45-minute guided tour at 3pm. Led by knowledgeable volunteers, this small-group tour offers a deeper exploration into the fascinating history of the people and objects connected to the home where one family…
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- 19 May 2026to29 Oct 2026Open 15:00 - 16:00
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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The Glebe, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3HJTelephone
07763771798Windermere
Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District.
Perfect for couples, families and groups, these relaxed and enjoyable experiences combine exploration, creativity and practical photography tips in some…
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- 15 June 2026to31 Dec 2027Open 00:00 - 00:00
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Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
Beginning with the reimagined bedroom of Mary Shelley, step into a spellbinding world of moonlit woods, haunting seas and waking…
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- 7 July 2026to19 June 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00
Keswick
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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- 20 July 2026to20 July 2027Various Opening Times
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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- 22 July 2026to22 July 2027Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five years of creative practice.
Celebrating 25 Years of The Wool Clip marks a significant milestone for the artist-led co-operative founded in 2001 with a…
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- 2 Sept 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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Step onto the footplate, take the controls under expert guidance and enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience unlike any other- 15 Mar 202631 Dec 2026
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Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through…
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16th September 2026-20th December 2026Step into the glamour and intrigue of the roaring twenties for a night unlike any other at Merewood…
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22nd October 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 2027Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in…
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1st October 2026-1st November 2026Are you ready for a spooky Halloween? Join us for hot chocolate, gingerbread, and Halloween crafts…
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21st October 2026Every Sunday at 2pm Museum visitors can explore the earthworks of the Roman fort, led by the…
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18th October 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2026-20th July 2027The international hit musical comes to the big screen! Winner of eight Tony Awards in 2019…
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22nd October 2026Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
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21st October 2026Experience Museum of the Moon after hours and see Carlisle Cathedral in a whole new light.…
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22nd October 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Back by popular demand! Step into a world of magic at The Beacon Museum! Get ready to wave your…
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17th October 2026-18th October 2026Fibre Art Lampshade Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger £70 + £10 materials (payable on the day) Join…
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17th October 2026Featuring the Cosmic Cumbria Astrophotography Exhibition launch, Film Premiere of Cumbria Night…
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23rd October 2026Set within Rose Castle's magnificent State Rooms, this elegant autumn experience is the perfect…
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21st October 2026Looking for the best pumpkin picking in Cumbria this autumn? Planning a family day out near…
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3rd October 2026-31st October 2026Join us for an enchanting evening of music, sung by the Carlisle Cathedral Cantate Children's…
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20th October 2026Starring: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Esmé Creed-Miles and George MacKay A charming, witty, and deeply…
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23rd October 2026Environmental and social change come to the big screen this autumn, with documentaries, short films…
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10th September 2026-10th December 2026Looking for unique things to do in the Lake District this October? Back by popular demand, Go Ape…
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10th October 2026-8th November 2026Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge…
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16th September 2026-20th December 2026During Museum of the Moon, we are delighted to welcome Stuart Atkinson to the Cathedral for a…
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23rd October 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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2nd September 2026-2nd September 2027Join Sue, a local textile artist, for a relaxed and creative morning making your own handsewn…
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18th October 2026
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