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Looking for something to do? Let our arts and culture attractions keep you entertained, with a wide range of events and creative activities for all to enjoy. There’s everything form workshops and interactive experiences, to cinema, theatre, and musical productions. Remember to book ahead to avoid missing out, and join us for a visit to remember.
Imagine creating your own masterpiece in the very place where famous names like William Wordsworth and John Ruskin lived and worked. You can now visit their former homes and take part in regular activities like sketching and writing while you’re there. Keep an eye out for events like outdoor theatre and poetry readings, too.
As well as their permanent collections, art galleries, museums and cultural venues also host regular exhibitions featuring works from renowned artists; or highlighting different aspects of our local history and heritage. There are also workshops to help you learn a new skill (and take away a handmade souvenir of your time in the Lake District, Cumbria!). Pottery, painting, dance, weaving, embroidery and plenty more are on offer at arts and culture venues across the area.
Visiting with kids? There are lots of children’s activities to enjoy! Arts and crafts workshops, dressing up clothes, fossil rubbing, arts and history trails, and so much more await. Keep an eye out for additional activities during school holidays too.
If you want to be entertained, Westmorland & Furness is the place to be. Our theatres and cinemas host a packed programme of performances. There are internationally acclaimed productions; comedy shows to keep you laughing; children’s shows for family-friendly fun; musical performances from local and national names; and so much more.
Our arts, culture and heritage scene is buzzing with activity: there’s always something on, so come and discover everything our attractions have to offer.
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and supported by Westmorland and Furness Council.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5ALTelephone
01539 637940Kendal
Abbot Hall presents Legacy, a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Charmaine Watkiss. Discover a collection of beautiful drawings exploring the connection between people and nature.
London-based artist Charmaine Watkiss (b.1964) examines…
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Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
know her textile art, but also, she still designs and creates jewellery, likewise clothes, restores furniture, photographs, draws, and paints, even on walls. She is a very versatile artist.
Her academic training was in Russia, since she is of…Address
Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
Linocut and Wood engraving relief prints inspired by the Cumbrian Landscape
As a printmaker using linocut and wood engraving, I create relief prints here at the Mill in my studio on level 2. From my sketches of the landscape of Cumbria I am inspired…Address
Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
Threadmill are a group of fifteen textile and mixed media artists committed to the promotion of textiles as both a decorative and expressive art form. Together they seek to increase awareness and education at all levels through their exhibitions…
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Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
Members of the international Waterline project continue their collaboration with a new theme of Murmuration. A new series of handwoven tapestries capturing the marvel of a flock of birds flying closely together, a shape-shifting form creating…
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Wordsworth Grasmere, Town End, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SHTelephone
+441539435544Grasmere
Step back in time with Regency Christmas at Dove Cottage. The mantlepieces are garlanded with holly and ivy, clove-studded pomanders fill the air with the scent of oranges and spices, and a warm fire is crackling in the hearth.
Immerse yourself in…Address
Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Sizergh Castle - National Trust, Nr Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8AETelephone
03442491895Nr Kendal
Wander through a nature-themed lights trail around the Knoll, inspired by Sizergh's estate, and get closer to our winter wildlife. In the House, discover the intriguing story of the Strickland turkey, and enjoy historical Christmas decorations…
Kendal
This year we will celebrating Christmas at Levens Hall by opening the House and part of the Topiary Garden during December in the lead up to Christmas.
The House will be beautifully decorated and fires will be lit. Choirs and musicians from the…Address
Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HETelephone
01539 725133Kendal
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin | 14, 21 & 22 Dec, Starts 1pm & 5pm, Tickets £14 | 23 & 24 Dec, Starts 11am & 3pm, Tickets £16 | Recommended Age 3+
The Man Who Wanted to be a Penguin's main character is an enthusiastic, energetic and curious man…
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The Old Laundry Theatre, Crag Bow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
01539440872Bowness on Windermere
This show runs from Friday 20 – Tuesday 24 December.
Friday 20 Dec: 1pm & 4pm | Saturday 21 Dec: 11am, 2pm & 4pm | Sunday 22 Dec: 11am, 2pm & 4pm | Monday 23 Dec: 11am & 2pm | Tuesday 24 Dec: 10amIt really is the most wonderful time of the year,…
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Lakeland Motor Museum, Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow, Newby Bridge, Cumbria, LA12 8TATelephone
015395 30400Backbarrow, Newby Bridge
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the museum.
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The Old Laundry Theatre, Crag Bow, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BXTelephone
01539440872Bowness on Windermere
Packed with magic, puppetry & escapology ✨
Legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of his (and Baldwin the magical dog's) life from his first trick to the height of their careers – attempting Houdini's greatest escape. The show is…
Penrith
Last year's ticket prices available until End of April 2024
Panto makes a splash with a fabulous new version of The Little Mermaid
Penrith
In 2023, the Alpine Club commissioned a film to revisit the history of Everest, from the realisation that it was the highest peak in the world in 1852 to its impact on Nepal today. Using historical film footage from John Noel, images from the early…
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Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
Tapestry weavers from England and New Zealand come together in this fourth international touring exhibition of small format hand woven tapestries. Weavers come from a diverse range of creative backgrounds, from novice weavers to those with…
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Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
Heallreaf 5 presents their latest exhibition of handwoven tapestry. Using centuries old weaving techniques, the international exhibitors produce beautiful thought provoking works.
Heallreaf is an Old English word meaning a tapestry hung in a public…Address
Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
A collection of mixed media pieces aimed to inspire and initiate thought provoking conversation that may lead to action and ultimately, positive change.
If you had no access to pharmaceutical medicine, would you know what to forage for in…Address
Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LWTelephone
01539621958Sedbergh
The International Textile Exhibition is back with new work from around the world. Oceans is the inspiration for the work entered into the competition from internationally renowned textiles artists. There is a stunning array of figurative and…
Penrith
As part of our Everest Revisited programme of talks, we are delighted to welcome Julie Summers to Rheged. Julie is Sandy's great niece and biographer.
Julie was one of the first people Jimmy Chin contacted when he made his remarkable discovery…
Penrith
£3 joint ticket discount when you purchase tickets to the Bonington The Mountaineer Film and Life Behind the Lens. Please note tickets must be purchased in one transaction by selecting 'continue shopping' on Ticketsource and adding both events to…
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