Events around Ambleside
13 events within about 10 miles from Fri 25 May 2012 to Fri 1 Jun 2012
Results 1 - 13 : sorted by date
13 events within about 10 miles from Fri 25 May 2012 to Fri 1 Jun 2012
Results 1 - 13 : sorted by date
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Exhibition: Pen, Paint and Pixels: Touring the English Lakes across 250 years
A fascinating exhibition looking at writing, paintings and etchings of Lake District views, from 250 years ago, and comparing them with those same views today, recorded in digital photography. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Events Programme 2012. more
A fascinating exhibition looking at writing, paintings and etchings of Lake District views, from 250 years ago, and comparing them with those same views today, recorded in digital photography. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Events Programme 2012. more
The Wordsworth Museum and Art Gallery, Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Nr Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SH
Today to Tuesday 3 Jul 2012
A Glimpse behind the Scenes
On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, get a 15 – minute glimpse behind the scenes, and see some of the 65,000 artefacts from the collection not normally on show. See the beautiful library of 200-year-old books, come close to the manuscripts, and hear about the personal favourite artefacts of the Trust’s staff and interns. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, get a 15 – minute glimpse behind the scenes, and see some of the 65,000 artefacts from the collection not normally on show. See the beautiful library of 200-year-old books, come close to the manuscripts, and hear about the personal favourite artefacts of the Trust’s staff and interns. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
The Jerwood Centre, Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere, Nr Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SH
Today to Saturday 30 Jun 2012
Spots of Poetry
On Wednesdays hear contemporary and classic poetry, from new poems written at the Wordsworth Trust to old favourites. These readings will take place at the rear of the Wordsworth Museum, or in the Jerwood Centre if the weather is poor. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
On Wednesdays hear contemporary and classic poetry, from new poems written at the Wordsworth Trust to old favourites. These readings will take place at the rear of the Wordsworth Museum, or in the Jerwood Centre if the weather is poor. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Nr Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SH
Today to Saturday 30 Jun 2012
Spring/Sprung
An exciting exhibition of contemporary painting, print-making and ceramics by 6 established artists. Mill Yard Studios has an enviable reputation for the excellence of its exhibitions and uncompromising standards. Whether you just enjoy looking at thought-provoking work or are a collector interested in collecting very worthwhile pieces, you must not miss this show. more
An exciting exhibition of contemporary painting, print-making and ceramics by 6 established artists. Mill Yard Studios has an enviable reputation for the excellence of its exhibitions and uncompromising standards. Whether you just enjoy looking at thought-provoking work or are a collector interested in collecting very worthwhile pieces, you must not miss this show. more
Mill Yard Studios, 3 Mill Yard, Staveley, Lake District Cumbria LA8 9LR
Today to Sun 27 May, Thu 31 May to Sun 3 Jun.
Poetry Reading: The Poetry Business Book & Pamphlet Competition Hosted by Ann and Peter Sansom
This event features readings from those as yet mystery poets, launching their winning collections. It will include a bookstall of titles (including The North magazine) – one of which is free for every member of the audience! Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
This event features readings from those as yet mystery poets, launching their winning collections. It will include a bookstall of titles (including The North magazine) – one of which is free for every member of the audience! Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
The Jerwood Centre, Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere, Nr Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SH
Tomorrow
Copt Howe - Open Garden for NGS
2-acre plantsman’s mountain paradise garden. Superb views Langdale Pikes. Extensive collections of acers, camellias, azaleas, rhododendrons, oaks, beeches, rare shrubs, trees, unusual perennials; herbaceous and bulbous species; alpines, trough gardens; rare conifers; expedition plants from worldwide mountainous regions. Outstanding spring and autumn colour. Wildlife sanctuary, red squirrels,.. more
2-acre plantsman’s mountain paradise garden. Superb views Langdale Pikes. Extensive collections of acers, camellias, azaleas, rhododendrons, oaks, beeches, rare shrubs, trees, unusual perennials; herbaceous and bulbous species; alpines, trough gardens; rare conifers; expedition plants from worldwide mountainous regions. Outstanding spring and autumn colour. Wildlife sanctuary, red squirrels,.. more
Copt Howe, Chapel Stile, Great Langdale Cumbria LA22 9JR
Tomorrow, Wed 30 May, Sun 3 Jun, Mon 4 Jun.
Lindeth Fell Country House Hotel - Open Garden for NGS
6 acres of lawns and landscaped grounds on the hills above Lake Windermere, designed by Mawson around 1909; conifers and specimen trees best in spring and early summer with a colourful display of rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples; grounds offer splendid views to Coniston mountains. Open:Sat 26 May (12-3). more
6 acres of lawns and landscaped grounds on the hills above Lake Windermere, designed by Mawson around 1909; conifers and specimen trees best in spring and early summer with a colourful display of rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples; grounds offer splendid views to Coniston mountains. Open:Sat 26 May (12-3). more
Lindeth Fell Country House Hotel, Bowness-on-Windermere Cumbria LA23 3JP
Tomorrow
FOLK NIGHT
Steve Grundy - traditional folk and local dialect poetry more
Steve Grundy - traditional folk and local dialect poetry more
THE MORTAL MAN, TROUTBECK Cumbria LA23 1PL
Sunday 27 May 2012
Hawkeshead Cream Crafter’s Fair
A craft fair hosted in the popular and picturesque village of Hawkeshead. Come and see the wide range of talented, local artisans. Classic refreshments available. Exhibitors; Stalls £15 - limited availability - please email / call for details more
A craft fair hosted in the popular and picturesque village of Hawkeshead. Come and see the wide range of talented, local artisans. Classic refreshments available. Exhibitors; Stalls £15 - limited availability - please email / call for details more
Hawkeshead Market Hall, The Square, Hawkeshead Cumbria LA22 0NZ
Sunday 27 May 2012
Poetry Reading: Mimi Khalvati & Mike Barlow
A welcome return to Grasmere for two poets whose work crosses the divide between the familiar and the strange. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Poetry Season 2012. more
A welcome return to Grasmere for two poets whose work crosses the divide between the familiar and the strange. Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Poetry Season 2012. more
The Wordsworth Hotel, Grasmere Cumbria LA22 9SH
Tuesday 29 May 2012
The Ramblers group walk. Distance 15 miles.
Enjoy British wildlife on a Ramblers group walk. Pike o’Blisco, Lingmoor Fell, and Blea Rigg. Meet at Penrith Rugby Club car park for car sharing to start of walk. If you are considering joining a walk, first go to http://www.penrithramblers.org.uk/update.html to check for updates, and then inform leader by telephone. more
Enjoy British wildlife on a Ramblers group walk. Pike o’Blisco, Lingmoor Fell, and Blea Rigg. Meet at Penrith Rugby Club car park for car sharing to start of walk. If you are considering joining a walk, first go to http://www.penrithramblers.org.uk/update.html to check for updates, and then inform leader by telephone. more
The Ramblers group walk starting point.. Grid Ref: NY288061 Cumbria LA22 9JY
Wednesday 30 May 2012
The Ramblers group walk. Distance 7 miles.
Enjoy British wildlife on a Ramblers group walk. Holme Fell. For most walks, meet at the riverside car park, Caton Road, Lancaster, to share transport. more
Enjoy British wildlife on a Ramblers group walk. Holme Fell. For most walks, meet at the riverside car park, Caton Road, Lancaster, to share transport. more
The Ramblers group walk starting point.. Grid Ref: SD322998 Cumbria LA21 8DN
Wednesday 30 May 2012
Poetry Reading Group: Reading Wordsworth Out Loud
How do you approach the challenge of reading Wordsworth’s poetry out loud? How might he have sounded? Do you favour meaning or metre? Come and join Curator Jeff Cowton and Literature Officer Andrew Forster for a relaxed exploration of these and other questions. Come prepared to read out loud!Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
How do you approach the challenge of reading Wordsworth’s poetry out loud? How might he have sounded? Do you favour meaning or metre? Come and join Curator Jeff Cowton and Literature Officer Andrew Forster for a relaxed exploration of these and other questions. Come prepared to read out loud!Part of the Wordsworth Trust’s Event Programme 2012. more
The Jerwood Centre, Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere, Nr Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9SH
Thursday 31 May 2012
