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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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- 22 Aug 2026to10 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 29 Aug 2026Open 14:00 -
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- 3 Sept 2026Open 15:00 -
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- 5 Sept 2026to26 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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- 17 Sept 2026to24 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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- 3 Oct 2026to10 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 8 Oct 2026to15 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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Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RDTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
'Search for the Missing Sparkle' tells the story of a little fairy who has lost her sparkle. The one thing that makes her smile from the inside out a lot.
'You have your magic inside of you and when you're ready the world will see. How magical you…
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- 24 Aug 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
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Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RDTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
'She ran away to the circus' tells the story of a little girl called Lilly who's a little bit wild. Tired of not feeling she belongs in the world around her she goes in search of a exciting adventure in the hope to find her 'happy' place.
When the…
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- 24 Aug 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 13:00
Ravenglass
Join Rob David at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 25 August for a fascinating talk on a little-known aspect of Cumbrian history.
This illustrated lecture examines the lives of refugees who came to Cumberland from Spain, Czechoslovakia, Austria and…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00
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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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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
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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Dates
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
01539435544Grasmere
Explore the enchanted woods with William and Dorothy Wordsworth and get involved with crafts, printing and creative writing. Make a treasure map, build a pop-up world, tell a story with shadow puppets, or build your own fairy wings. Talking animals…
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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
Meet the Ancient Britons
During your visit to the museum you will have the opportunity to meet some Ancient Britons (www.ancientbritain.org) and find out about life on the edge of the Roman Empire. Included in the price of your visit, no booking…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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- 31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
Address
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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- 25 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 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.
- 25 Aug 2026
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What's On This Week
A popular international market is set to return to Carlisle city centre. Shoppers will be spoilt…
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27th August 2026-31st August 202611am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
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21st April 2026-27th August 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 2026Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
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28th August 2026Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's…
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29th August 2026Visit our Farm for this totally bespoke and fun farmer experience tailored especially for children.…
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3rd March 2026-27th October 202614 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
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7th July 2026-4th October 2026The talk describes the development and land use of the hamlet of Grizedale during the period from…
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25th August 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2026-20th July 2027Follow an un-nature trail, spotting things you wouldn't expect to find, to a magical spot to make…
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25th August 2026Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
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26th August 2026Join Rob David at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 25 August for a fascinating talk on a little-known…
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25th August 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Summer 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 on a exclusive guided tour of Hill Top Farm, Near Sawrey renowned as the first farm owned…
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14th May 2026-14th October 2026Season
14th May 2026-14th October 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 2026Join us for Supper, Sounds & Sunset, a relaxed garden party where the perfect evening comes alive…
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29th August 2026Get your hands dirty and discover the joy of gardening! Join us in Muncaster's new Community…
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25th August 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Discover the art of craft distilling in the Gateway to the Lake District, with a guided tour of…
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1st April 2026-1st November 2026Season
1st April 2026-1st November 2026"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
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15th July 2026-13th September 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 2026'Search for the Missing Sparkle' tells the story of a little fairy who has lost her sparkle. The…
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24th August 2026-27th August 2026This talk will be led by Lucy Saint-Smith, a library & museum professional who has worked for the…
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25th August 2026
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