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The main writing theme for the weekend is centred around what it looks like to walk with Jesus.
Using stories of wandering in the wilderness and facing the wildness of life's storms, we will explore how Jesus triumphed over the temptations and…
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- 21 Apr 2026to22 Apr 2026Various Opening Times
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Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SETelephone
+441946692422Moresby, Whitehaven
After three sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary Fleetwood Mac.
If you're yet to experience the thrill of a Meetwood Flac show then prepare to be blown away! Hear your favourite Fleetwood Mac hits…
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- 24 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
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Barrow Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LDTelephone
01229820000Barrow-in-Furness
5-star award-winning entertainment from the tip-top Queen of Comedy. In Barbra Streisand's recent autobiography, she says: "I haven't had much fun in my life, to tell you the truth. And I want to have more fun." Join ordinary housewife…
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- 9 May 2026Open 19:30 -
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Rydal Hall Retreat Centre, Ambleside, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9LXTelephone
01539432050Ambleside
This gathering offers a spacious and gentle environment in which we can pause from the momentum of daily life and turn towards the deeper movements within. In a world that often pulls us in many directions, the practice of simply being — resting in…
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- 16 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Ford Park Crescent, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7JPTelephone
+447768424722Ulverston
Join us over the weekend to buy pottery and ceramics from our 50+ talented makers. Have a go yourself in our activity tents and watch demonstrations by our talented exhibitors. Come see what we have to offer!
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- 16 May 2026to17 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QFTelephone
01539536340The Racecourse, Cartmel
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends and celebrations, the combination of thrilling jump racing and a relaxed party atmosphere brings thousands of people back year after year. Over nine…
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Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QFTelephone
015395 36340The Racecourse, Cartmel
For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends and celebrations, the combination of thrilling jump racing and a relaxed party atmosphere brings thousands of people back year after year. Join us…
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- 23 May 2026Open 10:00 - 19:00
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
️ Conquer Whinlatter! – Trail Half Marathon & 10K – May 2026 ️
Are you ready to take on one of the toughest and most scenic trail events in the Lake District?Join Wild Deer Events in May 2026 for the Whinlatter Trail Half Marathon & 10K, a…
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- 24 May 2026Open 09:50 - 15:00
Ambleside
This is a high quality workshop where participants will be taught how to create a small stone sculpture that they can keep. Participants can work on carving their own block of limestone and can create a relief carved shape from a pre prepared…Dates
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- 27 May 2026to29 May 2026Various Opening Times
Ulverston
Velo Retro is the largest and longest established retro cycling event in the UK
With rides ranging from the sedate to the challenging and a full weekend retro festival, there's something for everyone.Dates
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- 29 May 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times
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Grizedale Campsite, Bowkerstead Farm, Satterthwaite, Ulverston, LA12 8LLTelephone
07875521301Satterthwaite
We're bringing back the summer Sisters In The Wild vibe to the Lake District for our 6th annual gathering, bigger and better than ever. Expect two days of gravel riding, skill building opportunities, communal grub and basecamp fun, surrounded by a…
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- 5 June 2026to7 June 2026Various Opening Times
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Barrow Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LDTelephone
01229820000Barrow-in-Furness
British audiences loved Haydn – and he loved them back. On visits to London, Haydn caused quite a sensation, and his last ever symphony – his 104th – was a heartfelt farewell to the city. And some say his London Symphony might just be his very best,…
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- 7 June 2026Open 19:00 -
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The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd…
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19th October 2025-10th May 2026I grew up in Huddersfield, in the heart of the textile industry, and spent many childhood days…
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19th December 202530/9/25 This talk will explore the development of children's literature and, in particular, the…
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1st February 2025-31st December 2025Step back in time with Townend's Victorian Christmas. The fire is roaring, the house decked with…
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19th December 2025-20th December 2025Step back in time to Regency England with this Christmas fireside talk. Immerse yourself in the…
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18th December 2025Celebrate 25 years of ceramic art by Edinburgh-based Frances Priest in Motif | Line | Colour. The…
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7th November 2025-11th April 2026This autumn, Abbot Hall presents Boat Works, a solo exhibition by Turner Prize-winner Simon…
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20th September 2025-13th March 2026Discover how World War II shaped the lives of people in our community in this powerful, story-led…
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20th September 2025-1st February 2026William Wordsworth wrote his radical Guide to the Lakes at Allan Bank. A new permanent exhibition…
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4th November 2025-21st December 2025Busy Weekly Market with 80 stalls. Food, Crafts and Gifts.
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20th July 2025-20th July 2026Enjoy a fun festive day out with the family at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house on Saturday 20…
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20th December 2025Tuesday 16th December 2025 Step into a world of intrigue and suspense! Enjoy a delicious three…
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16th December 2025A multimedia exhibition at the Dock Museum from 5th December to 23rd February exploring local…
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5th December 2025-23rd February 2026Our series of free Afternoon Recitals continues, we are delighted to welcome back Sempre Amabile to…
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21st December 2025Carlisle Cathedral will once again host their Christmas Tree Festival throughout December, building…
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6th December 2025-4th January 2026Get your skates on as our ice rink returns to the shores of Ullswater. A 16ft Christmas tree,…
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20th November 2025-22nd December 2025This year's Christmas production at Upfront Puppet Theatre is a magical retelling of the classic…
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21st December 2025On 5 October 2025 18:00-19:30 We are delighted to bring this project to England this year,…
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1st February 2025-31st December 2025As Rheged celebrates 25 years of culture, discover the work of 25 exceptional Cumbrian artists…
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1st November 2025-1st February 2026We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
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18th October 2024-31st December 2025Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the life and legacy of Alfred Wainwright at The Armitt…
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12th February 2025-20th December 2025Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey Step aboard our magical…
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22nd November 2025-24th December 202513/9/25 Local author Deborah Lyon talks about her children's book set in second century Ambleside.…
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