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Cockermouth
Book your place on a beginners half day fusing and slumping course at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make. Create pieces such as freestanding waves or…
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 13:00
Penrith
a fabulous 4-hour workshop celebrating our fabulous feathered friends, whilst exploring the wonderful heritage craft of stained glass With a choice of 4 different patterns to work from.
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 09:30 - 13:30
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 18:30
Address
Opposite 'New House Farm', Lorton Valley, Nr Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9UUTelephone
07810 482098Nr Cockermouth
Loweswater Agricultural Show is a traditional Lake District country show set in the stunning Loweswater Valley, bringing together the best of Cumbrian farming, food and rural life. Enjoy livestock classes, equestrian competitions, local produce,…
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
Address
Cockermouth Methodist Church, Lorton Street, Cockermouth, Cumberland, CA13 9RHTelephone
07986121417Cockermouth
Tohi Harada is an outstanding, young, Japanese guitarist. His concert programme includes works by J S Bach, John Dowland, Malcolm Arnold and Stanley Myers. Tickets £22.00. Concert starts at 19:30; doors open 18:30
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- 8 Sept 2026Open 18:30 - 22:00
Address
Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Based on the classic 1935 RKO movie starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is a sparkling romantic cocktail laced with witty comedy, stunning choreography and tapdancing brilliance, brought to life on stage with lavish sets and gorgeous…
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- 8 Sept 2026Open 19:10 - 22:00
Address
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Rd, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TSTelephone
0344 579 3002Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Don't miss out on the grand finale of the Flat racing season at Carlisle Racecourse! Join us for an exhilarating day packed with top-class racing action, thrilling finishes, and the electric atmosphere that only the final fixture of the year can…
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- 9 Sept 2026Open 12:40 - 18:20
Address
Stybeck Farm, Thirlmere, Keswick, CA12 4TNTelephone
07710 416343Thirlmere
APEX is the UK's foremost endurance hiking challenge, where a vibrant community of adventurers seeks to push their limits and conquer their own 'Everest'.
Participants will undertake the challenge of completing 9 single ascents of the beautiful…
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- 9 Sept 2026to13 Sept 2026Open 12:00 - 12:00
Address
Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle Cathedral, The Abbey, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TZTelephone
+441228548151The Abbey, Carlisle
We look forward to hearing Edward Taylor on Wednesday 22nd July, organised as part of the Free Live Music Series at Carlisle Cathedral.
This event is free to enter; there will be a retiring collection at the end of the concert - please give…
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Dates
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- 9 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
Address
Brewery Arts, Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725 133122A Highgate, Kendal
Welcome to Poetry Club! A space for poets and creatives to share their Spoken Word work and explore featured poets from across the country. Born from our popular Verbalise events, Poetry Club offers a relaxing and inspiring evening. Sign up and take…
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- 9 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
Address
Rannerdale Knotts, -, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9UYTelephone
015394 33826Buttermere
Discover the Tadpole Round Swim Hike—an unforgettable adventure at the heart of the Buttermere Valley. This unique experience blends classic Lake District hiking with exhilarating swims in the crystal-clear waters of Buttermere and Crummock,…
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Dates
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- 9 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Cumbria, Milnthorpe, Crooklands, Cumbria, LA7 7NHTelephone
+441539567804Crooklands
Located on the fringes of the Lake District, Westmorland County Show is a fantastic day out – voted as one of the UK's favourite Shows and enjoyed by over 37,000 visitors every year. A major livestock Show with classes for cattle, sheep, pigs, goats…
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- 9 Sept 2026to10 Sept 2026Open 08:00 - 18:00
Address
Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
The Whitehaven Theatre Group return with another side splitting comedy farce. Made famous by James Corden, WTG will have you rolling in the isles.
Cocky wide-boy Francis Henshall legs it to Brighton when he's sacked from his skiffle band. Ever…
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- 9 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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- 10 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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- 11 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
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- 12 Sept 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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11th April 2026-3rd October 2026Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK…
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3rd July 2026-4th October 2026Weekly on a Tuesday from 23.07 - 27.08. Aim for the high score as you test out your ancient archery…
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23rd July 2026-27th August 2026We welcome all enthusiasts to our annual Automotive Car Show, hosted at one of Cumbria best kept…
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30th August 2026Established micro festival at Muncaster Castle celebrating great music, poetry, art and beautiful…
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28th August 2026-30th August 2026Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
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25th August 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 2026Art exhibition showing 32 original paintings from a selection of Beckstones'artists all inspired by…
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