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Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got ...Read More
Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got festivals aplenty, from folk weekends centred on a brewery to a music festival that also includes outdoor activities – hardly surprising given that the Lake District, Cumbria is known for its natural beauty. Walking festivals, fell runs, competitive bike races, orienteering and challenge events… whatever way you like to tackle or enjoy nature, we’ve got something for you.
When you’re done exerting yourself, you’ll be looking for something to eat - and in Cumbria, we know how to celebrate our remarkable food heritage! There are markets and foodie events all over the county spread throughout the year, from a celebration of marmalade to a chili eating competition. Taste Cumbria hosts a series of great festivals between April and October with lots of food stalls and cooking demos.
And don’t forget beer. We’re big fans of it in Cumbria – we like to brew it, drink it and celebrate its very existence with over a dozen brilliant festivals throughout the year. Discover big events spread over a couple of days that draw in crowds from all over England, and smaller events in cosy pubs deep in the heart of rural Cumbria.
Christmas markets, Easter fairs and seasonal celebrations are huge in the county, too. From agricultural shows to festive fun, we’ve got you covered. How about stepping back in time at the Ulverston Dickensian Festival? Check out our Lake District, Cumbria blog for bags of inspiring articles on places to visit and things to see.
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Grasmere
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song.
Artist Heather Mullender-Ross explores how bird call is heard, perceived, notated and committed to memory, using print, sculpture and sound-based installation.
The exhibition…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
Uncover the life and work of printmaker Gwyneth Alban Davis who ran her business while living in a caravan in Langdale in the late 1940s.
Curated by Tracy Hill and Heather Mullender-Ross. There are printing activities available for adults and…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Grasmere
William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition 'Wordsworth's Path to Influence' which opens on 1 April 2025, looks at how he helped shape the Lake District we know today. It features 19th century…
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Nr. Hutton in the Forest, Penrith
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This unique collection of trick circus marionettes was saved for the nation by a Heritage Lottery Grant. It is one of the largest and most complete puppet…
Rydal, Ambleside
A 6 day all inclusive retreat to train you to become a massage therapist. Includes accredited qualification course, accommodation, meals, yoga and hot tub. Located at the beautiful, historic Nab Cottage by Rydal Water lake.
Cockermouth
Join us for a spring adventure and make your way along our fun filled Easter trail with activities for the whole family to discover. Explore the childhood home of William and Dorothy Wordsworth with the beautiful garden overlooking the river Derwent…
Whitehaven
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his corvid companion Crowbert and a collection of curious contraptions, Mr West demonstrates the fundamental principles of scientific enquiry and tackles some…
Grasmere
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come away with your own creation on a stick.
Allan Bank, Grasmere
Greystoke, Penrith
Come and enjoy an exciting workshop experimenting in this ancient Japanese RAKU technique of glazing and firing pottery.
Exciting and fast moving, using heat, sawdust, fire and smoky bins, this stunning firing technique is irresistible and very…
Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke
Keswick
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church from April 16 – 26 as it continues its tour around the country, having begun touring back in 2008.
The innovative exhibition that brings biblical…
Lake Rd, Keswick
A gripping tale of friendship and hope.
Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters bound together by a shared faith and the ambition to live the great American dream. Landing a job on a Californian ranch during the Great Depression,…
Barrow-in-Furness
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack on Walney Island
Inspiration
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
The Super Fun Family Show! Get ready for a night of laughs, illusions, and ghostly fun! Comedy *…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join us for an unforgettable weekend at our Annual Easter Beer Festival! 18th – 20th…
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge…
There's nowhere quite like Holker Hall & Gardens for a family day out at Easter. Join us for FOUR…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Starts 2pm | Tickets £12.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 6+ Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an…
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come…
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan on the 18th April for an evening of…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
Levens Hall and Gardens are offering an Easter Egg Hunt in the beautiful House and a Garden…
Book early for Easter Sunday! On Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be serving a three-course dinner…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
The Super Fun Family Show! Get ready for a night of laughs, illusions, and ghostly fun! Comedy *…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
The Super Fun Family Show! Get ready for a night of laughs, illusions, and ghostly fun! Comedy *…
Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
Print, sculpture and sound-based installation exploring bird song. Artist Heather Mullender-Ross…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
Join us for an unforgettable weekend at our Annual Easter Beer Festival! 18th – 20th…
The "Not to be missed" Knitted Bible Stories Exhibition will be hosted by Keswick Methodist Church…
Explore the founding of the school library by ex-pupil, Daniel Rawlinson 350 years ago! For the…
A coming-together of four very different artists/makers based in Cumbria – who all assemble ideas,…
Can you discover eight of the birds that call Sizergh home? Take part in the Spring Bird Challenge…
There's nowhere quite like Holker Hall & Gardens for a family day out at Easter. Join us for FOUR…
Join us for our children's Easter Sunday party at The Swan Hotel! Taking place on Sunday 20th…
Starts 2pm | Tickets £12.50 | Theatre | Age Guidance 6+ Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an…
Be inspired to create your own collages with artist Jackie Haynes. Looking at birds you'll come…
We're looking forward to welcoming Reuben Tighe to The Swan on the 18th April for an evening of…
Our Easter Trail this year leads you around Wordsworth Grasmere in search of 'spots of time' from…
Levens Hall and Gardens are offering an Easter Egg Hunt in the beautiful House and a Garden…
Book early for Easter Sunday! On Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be serving a three-course dinner…
A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed, suitable for all ages. This…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Spring Landscape Week is a four day landscape course. You will start the week drawing from the…
A gripping tale of friendship and hope. Lennie and George are unlikely best friends, two drifters…
Go on the egg hunt around the garden at Allan Bank in Grasmere. Follow in the footsteps of…
Sue Bibby designs and makes with fabric, stitch and her trusty Bernina sewing machine. Her first…
We’re having a party - come and join us.
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