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Go Ape Grizedale, Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead, Cumbria, LA22 0QJTelephone
01603895500Hawkshead
Kids go home. Adults Go Ape.
Looking for an after work activity in the Lake District this summer? Thursday is the new Friday and Friday just got even better with brand new for 2026 Go Ape adults-only sessions at Grizedale Forest.
Grab your mates,…
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- 2 July 2026to28 Aug 2026Open 16:00 - 21:00
Penrith
Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK artists. Featuring ceramics, painting, print, photography, sculpture and textiles, alongside original children's book illustrations and a spectacular mural…
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- 3 July 2026to4 Oct 2026Open 09:30 - 17:00
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Allan Bank, National Trust - Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9QBTelephone
01539435143Grasmere
Play the traditional games croquet, quoits & skittles on Allan Bank's front lawn with glorious lake views, or try sports day games available from the activity box on the west lawn play area. Loose parts play & wooden noughts and crosses games can be…
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- From:
- 4 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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15 Yewdale Road, Coniston, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DUTelephone
07957 196184Coniston
14 stalls selling Antiques, Vintage and Collectablesbles
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- 7 July 2026to4 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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- 7 July 2026to4 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Lake District, Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
Beginning with the reimagined bedroom of Mary Shelley, step into a spellbinding world of moonlit woods, haunting seas and waking…
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- 7 July 2026to19 June 2027Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Keswick Museum, Keswick Museum, Station Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NFTelephone
01768773263Station Rd, Keswick
Discover 200 years of Rock Climbing history, from the earliest scrambles to the modern sport we know today at our latest community gallery exhibition, in partnership with the Mountain Heritage Trust.
To honour this incredible milestone, the…
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- From:
- 10 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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The Dock Museum, The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PWTelephone
01229 876400Barrow-in-Furness
We are very pleased to bring you a new exhibition to the Dock Museum, "What the sea decides to give you" by photographer and artist, Tessa Bunney.
Tessa has previously had exhibitions displayed around Morecambe Bay, but this is her first exhibition…
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- 11 July 2026to4 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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The Dock Museum, The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PWTelephone
01229 876400Barrow-in-Furness
Photography exhibition about the Morecambe Bay fishing community by Tessa Bunney
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- 11 July 2026to4 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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Pool Darkin Lane, Beetham, Nr Milnthorpe, Beetham, Cumbria, LA7 7APTelephone
+441539563630Beetham
Looking for a fun, free activity to keep little explorers entertained this summer? Our Palm Pals Summer Trail is here, and it's the perfect excuse for a family day out at Beetham Nurseries.
From Monday 13th July until Monday 31st August, six…
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- 13 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
A diverse exhibition celebrating printmaking techniques, creativity, and artistic exploration by Cumbrian printmakers.
Exploration and Discovery is an exhibition by Cumbria Printmakers, a cooperative of individual artists united by a shared passion…
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- 15 July 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay."
This exhibition brings together the creative voices of ArtyBird Carnforth Fellowship Alumni, each offering their own glimpse into the rich and ever-changing landscape of Morecambe Bay. The featured…Venue
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- 15 July 2026to13 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
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Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using recycled fabrics and white cotton garments, she hand-stitches phrases in red thread and integrates letterpress elements to evoke time and heritage.
Blending…Venue
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- 15 July 2026to13 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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"Our personal encounters within Morecambe Bay." This exhibition brings together the creative voices…
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15th July 2026-13th September 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 2026A traditional Lakeland show, now in its 141st year, in a beautiful valley in the South Lakes. Fell…
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15th August 2026Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX. Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100…
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18th July 2026-6th September 2026Discover documentary photographer Joanne Coates's powerful exhibition about women in agriculture in…
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14th February 2026-1st November 2026Join us for Wild Swim Club! Experience the incredible benefits of this exhilarating activity as our…
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13th August 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 2026The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take Part Capture the beauty of a West Cumbrian sunset as you…
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13th August 2026An evening yoga practice on the beautiful lawns at Lowther Castle. These sessions are accessible;…
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25th May 2026-31st August 2026Photography exhibition about the Morecambe Bay fishing community by Tessa Bunney
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11th July 2026-4th October 2026Join Adamas Voces for a summer evening of inspiring choral music as part of the 150th Anniversary…
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15th August 2026Evie is a singer-songwriter from the Lake District. Evie has built up a vast repertoire of songs,…
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14th August 2026Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
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22nd July 2026-22nd July 2027A firm favourite, it's the return of our fish and chip supper evening cruise, featuring musical…
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18th 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 2026Meet a Roman Potter While you are visiting us, take the opportunity to meet Graham Taylor from…
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12th 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 2026The Knotted Project invites you to join them for the first public sharing of ADAPT, a bold new…
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15th August 2026We are excited to be working with Barrow AFC and Bluebird Supporters club to bring you the Barrow…
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18th July 2026-20th September 2026Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain, but not via the 'tourist trail' from Wasdale. The route…
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15th 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 2026Connie Flynn's Text & Textile! explores everyday sayings rooted in the textile trade. Using…
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15th July 2026-13th September 202610-14 August 2026 | 7-14yrs | 9.30-3.30pm | Mon – Fri Arts Unleashed is a hands-on week of Visual…
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10th August 2026-14th August 2026Summer Sizzler on the Farm is a one-off summer evening event at Walby Farm Park, especially for the…
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14th August 2026
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