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The Crown Lane Cellar, 18 Fisher St, Long Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8RHLong Lane, Carlisle
You've read the novels,
You've listened to the audio books,
You've got all of the special signed editions...
now it's time to step into those books.
Periodic Fables and The Crown Lane Cellar are proud to host a truly magical…
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- 20 July 2026Open 18:00 - 23:00
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Travel back and discover the secrets of prehistoric cave art. Learn how our ancestors used natural pigments to create stunning images and tell powerful stories about their world. Explore ancient techniques, create your own cave-inspired artwork, and…
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- 20 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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- 20 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30
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Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge Pier, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NNTelephone
01768482229Pooley Bridge
A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical entertainment. The ticket price includes a two-hour evening cruise departing from Pooley Bridge pier and a fish and chip supper (veggie/gluten-free…
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- 21 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 28 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 4 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 11 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Pilgrim to the Cathedral as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral, and we very much hope you can join us and offer him a warm welcome
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring…
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- 22 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Join our experienced, knowledgeable ranger as they lead your family around our amazing forest and show them just how much grows under the trees!
Our ranger will help you to spot what forest food you can eat and foods you should not along the way…
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Make a bowl or wall hanging in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. Have fun trying something new and enjoy being creative with hands on help and the freedom to create your own design.
During the class there will be an quick…
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 22 July 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 19 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Meet a Roman Potter
While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from Potted History (potted-history.co.uk) and get your hands dirty with some replica Roman pottery. Included in the price of your visit, no booking necessary…
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- 22 July 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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- 5 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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- 12 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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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Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
School's out for summer, so why not get creative and make your very own bunting to brighten up your home, garden, bedroom, or favourite space?
Design it your way - bold and colourful, bright and funky, or inspired by colours that suit your room.…
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- 22 July 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
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Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts House, Blackwell, Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3JTTelephone
01539 637940Blackwell - the Arts & Crafts house, Bowness-on-Windermere
Experience two of Britain's most celebrated Arts & Crafts houses in one inspiring afternoon. Begin at Broad Leys, a private Voysey-designed masterpiece, then make your way to Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house, a beautifully preserved architectural…
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- 23 July 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 6 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 10 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 24 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 22 Oct 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 12 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
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- 10 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00
Ambleside
Participants will learn about:
*The fascinating history of the process
*Talk about design elements (and possibly collect objects/plants from around the grounds) to act as a "resist". Responding to the local environment and discussing ideas for a…Dates
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- 23 July 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
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Roman Army Museum, Greenhead, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 7JBTelephone
016977 47485Brampton
Weekly on a Tuesday from 23.07 - 27.08. Aim for the high score as you test out your ancient archery skills at the Roman Army Museum! Can you be as accurate as the cohort of Hamian archers stationed at Magna Fort 2,000 years ago?
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- 23 July 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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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.
- 21 Jul 2026
- 28 Jul 2026
- 4 Aug 2026
- 11 Aug 2026
- 18 Aug 2026
- 25 Aug 2026
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Our galleries take on a unique atmosphere as the world slows down. Whether you're looking to…
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20th July 2026The Flower Club at Cumberland Flower Farm is back! After a long break, we're relaunching our…
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18th July 2026Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
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2nd March 2026-31st December 2026Kids go home. Adults Go Ape. Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer?…
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2nd July 2026-28th August 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 2026Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a…
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21st July 2026-30th August 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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18th July 2026-3rd September 2026
"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
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15th July 2026-13th September 2026Live Music at Wainwrights' Inn this July. Friday 3rd July. Kev Kendal. 8-10pm Saturday 18th July.…
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18th July 2026Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in 1984. The duo made a huge impact with the…
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18th July 2026Female-only, non competitive walking event with bite-sized bits of adventure bookending the walk
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18th July 2026Immersion Theatre will be putting on their outdoor production of The Jungle Book at Levens Hall…
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19th July 2026Our popular Block Printing Workshops return to the calendar on Saturday 30 May and Saturday 18…
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18th July 2026Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX. Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100…
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18th July 2026-6th September 2026Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake…
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4th July 2026-6th September 2026Conceived by the British painter Daniel Sturgis, On the Thick and Thin of Painting explores the…
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18th July 2026-19th September 2026London, 1660. The theatres are alive, the monarchy's restored, and women are finally allowed on…
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9th July 2026-1st August 2026Cumbria Festival Chorus and Orchestra (led by Pam Redman) perform Verdi's great Requiem, conducted…
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18th July 2026Head to the Great Barn at Sizergh to see an exhibition from a creative collective of artists,…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical…
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21st July 2026REACTOR is a new multimedia installation by Felicity Hammond, launching on Thursday 28th May at 6pm…
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29th May 2026-1st August 2026For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends…
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18th July 2026Season
20th July 2026You've read the novels, You've listened to the audio books, You've got all of the special…
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20th July 2026Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
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6th June 2026-1st August 2026Season
4th July 2026-25th July 2026
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