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Alexander's Pub at Castle Green Hotel, The Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, Castle Green Lane, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6RGTelephone
+441539734000Castle Green Lane, Kendal
Be sure to bring your appetite, round up the family, and make a day of it and we'll do our best to arrange the sunshine ☀️
12:00 - 16:00 BBQ, Sunday Lunch & Pizza, outdoor games
16:00 - 21:00 Normal menu availableBBQ Menu
Double cheese burger…Dates
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 22:00
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Grasmere Sports Field, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SJTelephone
+447840059561Grasmere, Ambleside
Now one of the most popular traditional events in the English Lake District, participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland & Westmorland Wrestling, Fell Running, Tug of War, Paragliding, a Dog Show, and Hound Racing.
The annual…
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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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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- 30 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
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Cumbria Kart Racing Club, Kirkland, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3XUTelephone
+447940008820Frizington
We welcome all enthusiasts to our annual Automotive Car Show, hosted at one of Cumbria best kept secrets; Rowrah Go Kart Track.
This event has been designed to bring together a diverse community of individuals who share a passion for anything with…Dates
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Whitehaven Harbour, 13 Slipway, Whitehaven, Cymbria, CA28 7LHTelephone
+441946692422Whitehaven
Tickets are now available for the main arena on the Sunday of Whitehaven Weekender, a vibrant new festival brought to you in partnership by Rosehill, Northern Equality and Diversity CIC and Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, bringing music,…
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 12:00 - 19:00
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Holker Hall and Gardens, Holker Hall & Gardens, Cark, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PLTelephone
+441539558328Cark, Grange-over-Sands
Go behind the scenes at Holker Hall & Gardens with our Walled Garden Workshop, a hands-on experience for gardening enthusiasts of all levels. Explore the hidden corners of the walled garden, learn from our expert gardeners, and discover seasonal…
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 14:00
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Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Keswick Road, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9PRTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take place at the Daffodil Hotel – on the shore of Grasmere lake and only a short walk from Dove Cottage, where former Poet Laureate William Wordsworth…
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- 1 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
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Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish sets, including a 25-meter dragon and a 20-meter pagoda, and its use of contemporary cinema and Chinese acrobatics.
The production features a cast of…
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- 1 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 22:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
An anniversary exhibition celebrating British wool, craftsmanship, collaboration, and twenty-five years of creative practice.
Celebrating 25 Years of The Wool Clip marks a significant milestone for the artist-led co-operative founded in 2001 with a…
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- 2 Sept 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
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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- 2 Sept 2026to2 Sept 2027Various Opening Times
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Zeffirellis, Zeffirellis, 2 Compston Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9ADTelephone
015394 338452 Compston Rd, Ambleside
Ambleside Days is a Contemporary Jazz Festival which takes place inside the auditorium at Zeffirellis for a 4 day period.
A celebration of world class contemporary Jazz performances featuring some of the world's most outstanding players coming…
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- 3 Sept 2026to6 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Buttermere Lake, -, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9XA.Telephone
015394 33826Buttermere
The Buttermere Swimble – The Buttermere Valley is surely one of the most beautiful in the Lake District. Buttermere itself is a stunning place to swim and the water is crystal clear, with that typical slate blue tint we know and love. The walking…
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- 3 Sept 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.
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Hosted by Shed One's owners and distillers, Andy & Zoe. Enjoy a welcome tipple followed by a tour…
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4th July 2026-25th July 2026Annual carnival parade Then a presentation on the harbour event space with music
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11th July 2026A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical…
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7th July 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 2026Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equals power, reputation is everything –…
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25th June 2026-14th July 2026Cine-Social is a once-a-month evening for film-lovers to get together. Each month, three films are…
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6th May 2026-5th August 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 2026After the side-splitting success of last year's festival, we're thrilled to announce that West…
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11th 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 2026Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th July 2026Our popular Introduction to outdoor swimming course takes place at either Rydal Water or Waterhead,…
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23rd May 2026-18th July 202611.30am-5pm | 18+ yrs Join Helen Clues, Mosaic artist, to create beautiful mosaic pieces using…
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11th July 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Seven artists explore shared landscapes, material connections, and personal perspectives on land,…
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15th April 2026-12th July 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 2027An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle. These sessions are accessible;…
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25th May 2026-31st August 2026Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
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9th 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 2026Make memories, not just snapshots with a private photography experience in the Lake District…
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15th June 2026-31st December 2027Discover 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 2026One of our Summer Series events, escape to the Mediterranean for a night of music, food and…
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11th July 2026Cumbria Tourism Best Experience Winner: 2022 & 2025 Create your own distilled gin or vodka in…
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12th July 2026Our thoughtfully curated three day retreat combines yoga, mindful movement, outdoor experiences and…
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5th July 2026-7th July 2026
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