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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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- 1 May 2026to5 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 June 2026Open 13:30 - 15:30
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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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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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- 23 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 24 Oct 2026to5 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 8 Nov 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
DISCOVER, EXPLORE, IMAGINE – BEAKID
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge…
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- 27 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 27 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QFTelephone
01539536340The Racecourse, Cartmel
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends and celebrations, the combination of thrilling jump racing and a relaxed party atmosphere brings thousands of people back year after year. Over nine…
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- 27 May 2026Various Opening Times
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- 28 June 2026Various Opening Times
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- 29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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Ulverston Parish Church, Church Walk, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7ENTelephone
01229 588081Ulverston
A concert of choral music performed by chamber choir Coro Camino - A choral pilgrimage across continents and centuries from Thomas Tallis to Andrew Lloyd Webber. An entertaining and varied programme of sacred and secular music - ancient and modern.…
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- 27 May 2026Open 19:30 -
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Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Steamers, The Pier House, Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0USTelephone
01768482229Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding
Enjoy May half-term evenings aboard our special evening sailings this 23rd, 26th, 27th, and 28th May.
Soak up golden lake views on a perfect family adventure.
Departing from Pooley Bridge at 17:45 or Glenridding at 17:40, single or return journeys…
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- 27 May 2026Various Opening Times
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- 28 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Join our experienced, knowledgeable ranger as they lead you around our amazing forest and show you 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.
Please…
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- 27 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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Keswick Museum, Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NFTelephone
01768773263Keswick
Looking for some fun craft activities during May half-term? Come to the museum to make your own paper bag kites and wooden gliders, and listen to a story about kiteflying. There'll be plenty of time to build and decorate your creation, then let them…
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- 27 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 27 May 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Nora Brown is the "brightest young star in old-time music" Songlines, playing traditional music focused on southern Appalachian banjo and guitar, with her singing revealing her "thirst for storytelling." NPR. She digs deep: "a reverent nod to…
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- 27 May 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge magnet, play games and contribute to a…
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- 27 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 27 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
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- 29 May 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
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Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
The Rosehill Players return with the ever heart warming tale of Calendar Girls.
After the death of her best friend's husband from cancer, spirited Yorkshire housewife Chris hatches a scheme to raise money for a memorial to him.
Utilizing a…
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- 27 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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- 28 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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- 29 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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- 30 May 2026Open 19:10 - 21:30
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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- 27 May 2026to27 May 2027
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- 22 July 2026
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- 2 Sept 2026
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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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What's On This Week
Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-14 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Tue 21 Apr-30 June (10 wks) | 1-3pm | 18+ yrs This course is an open theatre group aimed at those…
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21st April 2026-30th June 202611am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
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21st April 2026-27th August 2026Come and enjoy our botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea! Zoe’s created the sweet treats using some of…
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1st May 2026-5th June 2026Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the…
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23rd May 2026-30th May 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 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10wks) | 4.30-5.30pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney…
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28th May 2026Season
31st May 2026Tue 21 Apr- 16 Jun (8 wks) | 6.30-8.30pm | 18+ yrs An introduction to four different styles of…
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21st April 2026-16th June 2026This interactive exhibition celebrates the treasures of the Wordsworth Grasmere trove. Discover…
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9th December 2025-6th June 2026This is a high quality workshop where participants will be taught how to create a small stone…
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27th May 2026-29th May 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 Paper Quilt Project is a living exhibition in which a community art piece is created while on…
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11th April 2026-19th September 2026Join us in the Learning Centre this May half term for free, hands-on activities designed to spark…
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23rd May 2026-31st May 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 4-4.45pm | 4-6 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Wed 22 Apr-1 Jul (10 wks) | 4-5.30pm | 7-16 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the…
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22nd April 2026-1st July 2026Looking for things to do this May half term in Keswick? Head to Go Ape Whinlatter Forest near…
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22nd May 2026-31st May 2026Thu 23 Apr-2 Jul (10 wks) | 5-6pm | 7-11 yrs Open for sign-ups throughout the term. If the start…
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23rd April 2026-2nd July 2026Tue 21 April-30 Jun (10 wks) | 1.30-4.30pm or 6-9pm | 18+ yrs A great way to relax, learn a new…
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21st April 2026-30th June 2026Join our experienced, knowledgeable ranger as they lead you around our amazing forest and show you…
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27th May 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th 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 2026This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
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11th April 2026-3rd October 2026
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