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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
0782729869Braithwaite, Keswick
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to 'dip your toe' into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape…
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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- 21 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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- 21 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
01228 548151The Abbey, Carlisle
We are delighted to welcome Hot Aire Concert Band organised as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral.
While entry to our concerts is complimentary, we encourage contributions during the collection at the end of each…
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 13:30 - 14:30
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Cumbria, DALTON-IN-FURNESS, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA15 8EHTelephone
01524 381820Kirkland, Kendal
CancerCare will return to Abbot Hall Park on Saturday 22nd August to host our doggy-themed day out for the whole family, with dog, puppy or pack invited, too!
Running from 12noon, Woof & Wag promises to be an action-packed afternoon with a host of…
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 12:00 -
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Flynne's Barn, Thorneythwaite Farm, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XQTelephone
+447549234704Borrowdale, Keswick
Summer can ask a lot of us.
We extend out towards others: whether that is being a parent and holding everyone else's holidays; being in a caring role and giving – quietly, reliably — for a very long time. And even the good parts of summer — the…Dates
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- 23 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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Castle Way, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8URTelephone
01228 591922Carlisle
A free 2 hour outdoor concert in the grounds of Carlisle Castle. If the weather is wet you will find Hot Aire! Concert Band upstairs in the Museum of Military Life.
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- 23 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 14:00
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Inn on the Lake, Ullswater, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0PETelephone
017684 82444Glenridding
Our Summer Sizzler will serve up the very best of summer grub, all while you relax by the shores of Ullswater, framed by the spectacular surrounding fells. Start your afternoon with a glass of Pimm's on arrival, then sit back and soak up the…
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- 23 Aug 2026Open 12:30 -
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Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133Kendal
Summer Sundays are making a triumphant return!
Join us for the ultimate experience as undeniably sensational bands take the stage in our vibrant garden this summer! Delicious food and refreshing drinks will be available to purchase at each Summer…
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- 23 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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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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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Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA220NTTelephone
015394 36674Hawkshead, Ambleside
This talk will be led by Lucy Saint-Smith, a library & museum professional who has worked for the Quakers in the UK for the past 8 years. She is currently the Collections Officer at Swarthmoor Hall, Ulveston, the 17th century home of Margaret Fell &…
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- 25 Aug 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Join us for an arty day at Whinlatter.
Let the forest inspire your little ones to create your own piece of art. With various materials provided, this is their chance to try out new mediums and methods.
Suitable for children aged 8+(children must…
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Adam Heron to the Cathedral. Organised as part of the free recital series.
Take some time out of your day and unwind with a free afternoon recital . Whether you're a…
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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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.
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What's On This Week
After the side-splitting success of last year's festival, we're thrilled to announce that West…
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11th July 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th July 2026Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
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12th July 2026One family, one condition, one hell of a hairy baby… Scott Bennett from Live at the Apollo, The…
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10th July 2026Nothing Lasts – Sue Dawes (15 April – 12 July 2026) Nothing Lasts presents sculptural ceramics…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026Discover the history of the Wray estate on a 45‑minute Walk & Talk led by a knowledgeable member of…
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1st June 2026-16th July 2026Visit Cartmel Racecourse for our exciting 9 days of racing this 2026 season.
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23rd May 2026-31st August 2026Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome Dominic Downs,…
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8th July 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 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 202611am-3pm | 18+ yrs Brewery Arts Print Room Membership allows experienced printmakers the…
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21st April 2026-27th August 2026Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
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23rd May 2026-18th July 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 2026Join us as we welcome Leon Knight to The Swan for a special performance from 6pm – 8pm on the 10th…
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10th July 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 2026Summer picnic if weather cooperated, inside the old school if not. Donations to old school fund
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7th July 2026Seven perspectives, bound by a mutual reverence for natural form, fragility, and transformation. As…
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15th April 2026-12th July 2026This is a unique day out for individuals, groups and families, including dogs! Walk with us from…
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11th July 2026Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
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1st May 2026-29th August 2026Soak up the magic of a summer evening on England's finest lake! Enjoy live music, a delicious…
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6th June 2026-29th August 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 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 202611.30am-5pm | 18+ yrs Join Helen Clues, Mosaic artist, to create beautiful mosaic pieces using…
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11th July 2026Swap the frenzy of Henman Hill for the sweep of Ullswater's fells this July as Another Place, The…
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29th June 2026-12th July 2026
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