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Meeting place: Benches outside public toilets/Hawkshead Chocolate Factory, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0NTTelephone
01539431212Ambleside
Trace the steps of Beatrix Potter to discover the actual locations in Hawkshead which became settings for some of her stories. On this guided walk, we will see the places she captured in her realistic watercolours and sketches, modelling some of the…
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- From:
- 16 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of Afternoon Recitals continues. For today's recital we are delighted to welcome Lucy Farrimond to the Fratry Hall.
ake some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're a classical enthusiast or just…Dates
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- 16 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Innovative contemporary quilts exploring pathways, journeys, and connections through cutting-edge textile practice.
Pathways presents a dynamic exhibition by Contemporary Quilt, a Special Interest Group of The Quilters' Guild, whose members…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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The Victoria Wood Theatre, The Victoria Wood Theatre, Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
01539440872Crag Brow, Bowness on Windermere
Based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo
After captivating audiences worldwide, Private Peaceful returns to the stage with fresh energy and timeless power.
From Michael Morpurgo—beloved author of War Horse—comes the unforgettable story of Tommo…
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- 16 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 20:50
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Textile artworks inspired by the Cumbrian landscape, blending felting techniques with recycled, sustainable materials.
Textile Fusion presents a new body of work by textile artist Dianne Standen, inspired by the rich textures, colours, and forms of…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Painted explorations of Dales vernacular buildings, archaeology, and the passage of time through landscape.
Tumbling Stones, Wiggly Tin is an exhibition by Hilary Grisewood that explores and celebrates the vernacular architecture of the Yorkshire…
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- 16 Sept 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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Wasdale Hall YHA Hostel, Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1ETTelephone
015394 33826Wasdale
Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure – Experience wild swimming in Wasdale which offers adventurous swims in pure, clear water. Known as the birthplace of British rock climbing and home to Wastwater, the most dramatic lake in England. Wastwater is…
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- 16 Sept 2026to18 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Penrith
Big Fish Comedy Club brings new voices in comedy to venues across Cumbria. With 3 fabulous comedians hand-picked from the North West scene and beyond, bringing their freshest jokes to enjoy the unique 'big fish in a small pond' experience that…
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- 17 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133Kendal
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 head-to-head…
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- 17 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
In an era of great change and great beauty emerged the character of James McNeill Whistler. Considered by some to be one of the great innovators of 19th century art, he was a contemporary of the Impressionists, much admired by Van Gogh and Manet.…
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- 17 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
After a storming 2025 season, Brewery Arts Jazz Club is back for 2026! Enjoy sumptuous, velvety tunes performed live by the UK's finest emerging artists. Our handpicked lineup guarantees an unforgettable night of music from the very best. So, sit…
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- From:
- 17 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Standard Theatre Seated | Age Guidance 16+
Alasdair Beckett-King is the crumbliest comedian in the game: a multi-award-winning stand-up comic and (occasionally) an internet sensation. Come vagabonds, come mountebanks, come coney-catchers and…Dates
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
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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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6th September 2026Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…
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11th April 2026-3rd October 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 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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