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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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- 2 Sept 2026
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX.
Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth…Venue
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- 18 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
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- 7 Sept 2026to11 Oct 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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- 18 July 2026to3 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 15:10
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- 6 Sept 2026to22 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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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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Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AUTelephone
07794699913North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston
Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour of the distillery and the story behind our gins and vodkas. Then relax in our visitor bar for a guided tasting of at least five of our spirits, with…
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- 13 Aug 2026to20 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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- 22 Aug 2026to10 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 18:00 -
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- 29 Aug 2026Open 14:00 -
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- 5 Sept 2026to26 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 Oct 2026to10 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 29 Oct 2026to19 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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- 31 Oct 2026Open 18:00 -
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- 5 Nov 2026to19 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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- 14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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- 10 Dec 2026to17 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
01946592302W Strand, Whitehaven
Join the Beacon Rocket Scientists as they defy gravity and shoot rockets in to 'space'.
Young explorers will help our 'astronauts' land safely by making your own mini parachute, then discover how astronauts stay stable in space by making their very…
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- 17 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
- From:
- 17 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:30
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Hampsfell Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6BETelephone
07540423550Grange-over-Sands
MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOLS 2026
We're thrilled to let you know that bookings are now OPEN for our 2026 Summer Schools!
️ This August, we're offering two incredible week-long programmes packed with singing, dancing, acting, improv and…Dates
- From:
- 17 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Address
Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
A summer of fun awaits at Whinlatter Forest!
Let your little one go wild in the summer holidays at Whinlatter with the return of Wild Things Adventure Club. The club offers lots of brilliant forest activities that is sure to keep you're little…
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- 17 Aug 2026to19 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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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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- 18 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
Get your hands dirty and discover the joy of gardening!
Join us in Muncaster's new Community Kitchen Garden for a fun-filled family session packed with gardening activities, nature-inspired crafts and outdoor games. Little green fingers can…
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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Senhouse Roman Museum, Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
+441900816168The Promenade, Maryport
Family Craft Drop-In
Every Tuesday through the summer holidays we will be running craft drop-in sessions. Visit the museum and make something to take away as a souvenir! Included in the price of your visit, no booking necessary. All ages welcome…
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
Address
Rosehill, Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part
This summer, we're transforming our top floor into Art Lab: a playful creative space for experimenting, making, and having fun.You and your family can drop in and explore a wide range of arts and crafts…
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- 19 Aug 2026to22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
Address
Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1NWTelephone
+447725834699Windermere
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 3–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle courses and interactive games. Families book timed sessions where children can bounce, climb, race and…
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- 19 Aug 2026to21 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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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.
- 18 Aug 2026
- 25 Aug 2026
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What's On This Week
The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part This summer, we're transforming our top floor into Art…
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19th August 2026-22nd August 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Looking for the ultimate family day out in Cumbria this summer? Get ready for Summer of Fun on the…
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18th July 2026-2nd September 2026A free 2 hour outdoor concert in the grounds of Carlisle Castle. If the weather is wet you will…
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23rd August 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 2026Guess who's back… and this time we're heading straight to the White Isle. ☀️ Our Summer Spa-rtys…
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21st August 2026Paddleboarding will be back in 2026 Try something new and have a splashing time! We've again…
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28th March 2026-1st October 2026Summer can ask a lot of us. We extend out towards others: whether that is being a parent and…
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23rd August 2026Join the Beacon Rocket Scientists as they defy gravity and shoot rockets in to 'space'. Young…
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17th August 2026Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
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22nd August 2026Get up close with some incredible animals and learn all about the amazing wildlife of…
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20th August 2026A very special evening of live music in the Cathedral as we welcome the Castleford Male Voice Choir…
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23rd August 2026Every Wednesday, 11am - 2pm: Finds handling Get hands-on with history. Visitors can get hands-on…
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19th August 2026When tragedy strikes, courage blossoms. The death of a much-loved husband prompts a group of…
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6th August 2026-5th September 2026Walk with our ranger with your little ones and help to fill the squirrel feeders in the…
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19th August 2026Summer of Play stretches across the school summer holidays at Wray. Designed for families and…
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18th July 2026-1st September 2026Join us for a fun-filled evening of live outdoor theatre with Pinocchio performed to the stunning…
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19th August 2026We are very pleased to bring you a new exhibition to the Dock Museum, "What the sea decides to give…
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11th July 2026-4th October 2026We are delighted to welcome Hot Aire Concert Band organised as part of the Free Live Music Series…
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22nd August 2026Witness something truly unique as folk musicians from across the North come together for an…
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23rd August 2026This exhibition brings together two emerging portrait painters. Lela Harris gives depth and…
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11th April 2026-3rd October 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by…
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15th July 2026-13th September 2026
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