Cumbria Events
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July events by date
Burn the Floor: Supernova
Today
Sands Centre, Newmarket Road, Carlisle CA1 1JQ
Following his show-stopping partnerships on Strictly Come Dancing, Nikita Kuzmin will take centre stage in the high-octane new dance spectacular Burn...
Larch Cottage Nurseries - Open Garden for NGS
Thu 9 Jul, Thu 6 Aug, Thu 3 Sep
Larch Cottage Nurseries, Penrith CA10 2DR
A unique nursery and garden designed and built over the past 40 yrs. The gardens inc lawns, flowing perennial borders, rare and unusual shrubs,...
Forage and Nibble
Fri 10 Jul
Holker Hall & Gardens
Cark-in-Cartmel LA11 7PL
Discover the hidden flavours of the countryside at Holker with a guided foraging event led by the experts from Forage Box...
Woodend House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 11 Jul and Sun 12 Jul
Woodend House, Egremont CA22 2TA
A beautiful garden tucked away in a small hamlet. Meandering gravel paths lead around the garden with imaginative, colourful planting and quirky...
School House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 11 Jul
School House, Penrith CA10 3JA
A fairly newly created medium sized cottage garden next to the River Lyvennet in a village setting. Next to the house is a formal garden of lawn,...
Park House - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 11 Jul and Sun 12 Jul
Park House, Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2LG
Romantic Manor House (not open). Extensive vistas. Formal tranquil pond encased in yew hedging. Meadow with meandering pathways, water garden filled...
Inch Farm - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 12 Jul
Inch Farm, Carlisle CA6 5PP
Interesting garden created from scratch since 2018, situated beside the River Liddle and viaduct. Using natural features of wood and stone to create...
BounceFest Inflatable Fun Zone
Mon 13 Jul
Stramongate Primary School, Blackhall Road, Kendal LA9 4BT
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle...
Big Kid Circus: Jurassic - Carlisle
Wed 15 Jul to Sun 19 Jul
Bitts Park, Carlisle CA3 8UZ
Big Kid Circus presents JURASSIC in Carlisle, UK.
2 Hours of incredible entertainment for all ages...
Verdi: Requiem
Sat 18 Jul
Kendal Parish Church, Kirkland, Kendal LA9 5AF
Cumbria Festival Chorus, with orchestra led by Pam Redman, present Verdi's great Requiem. With soloists Faye Bowness (soprano), Joyce Tindsley...
Art Exhibition at Carlisle Cathedral fratry
Sat 18 Jul to Sun 2 Aug
Carlisle Cathedral CA3 8TZ
Carlisle & Cumbria Artists present their 57th annual art exhibition at Carlisle Cathedral fratry. 50 local artists will be exhibiting a wide...
Winton Park - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 19 Jul
Winton Park, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4PG
5 acre country garden bordered by the banks of the River Eden with stunning views. Many fine conifers, acers and rhododendrons, herbaceous borders,...
BounceFest Inflatable Fun Zone
Wed 22 Jul and Thu 23 Jul
Kendal Rugby Club, Mint Bridge, Shap Road, Kendal LA9 6NY
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle...
Westmorland Dales Festival
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
Market Square
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria CA17 4QN
Explore, enjoy, discover! Lots of free activities for all.
Join us in and around Kirkby Stephen over the weekend of Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July...
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Eden Place - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 25 Jul and Sun 26 Jul
Eden Place, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4AP
3 acre garden with many large perennial borders and island beds enclosed by tall hedges. Part of the garden is made over to aviaries with exotic...
BounceFest Inflatable Fun Zone
Tue 28 Jul
Barrow Island Community & Sports Hub, Island Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 2SB
BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with giant bouncy castles, thrilling slides, obstacle...
Opera North: Mini Magic Flute
Fri 31 Jul
Barrow Library, Ramsden Square, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1LL
(Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival)
Come with us on a fun, enchanting musical adventure inspired by Mozart's opera The Magic...
The Four Seasons
Fri 31 Jul
The Coro, County Road, Ulverston LA12 7LZ
(Part of the Lake District Music Summer Festival)
Performed by Rachel Podger (Violin/Director) & Brecon Baroque
Bach Excerpts from The Art of...
Things to do around Cumbria
If you're planning a day out in Cumbria, England's most northern-west county, you're in for a treat. Cumbria covers the Lake District, Eden Valley, the North Pennines, and a small part of the Yorkshire Dales. Here are some delightful activities to consider:
1. Conquer the Old Man of Coniston:
- Situated in the heart of the Lake District, the Old Man of Coniston is the highest point in traditional Cumbria. Choose from different walking routes, which can take up to 3 hours. The direct route starts from Coniston and offers amazing views of Lake Coniston once you reach the top. Be prepared for strenuous hiking, but the vistas are worth it! Best attempted in good weather due to strong winds and rain risks.
2. Explore Eden Valley and North Pennines:
- Eden Valley, flowing through Kirkby Stephen and Appleby, offers stunning beauty between the North Pennines and the Lake District. Enjoy riverside walks, sandstone cliffs, and picturesque landscapes. It's a professional walker's dream.
3. Visit South Lakes Zoo:
- Located in Barrow-in-Furness, South Lakes Zoo is a family-friendly day out. Get up close to endangered and rare animals, hand-feed giraffes, kangaroos, penguins, and lemurs. A smaller zoo, but cute and fun for all ages.
4. Discover Ambleside Roman Fort:
- Explore the Ambleside Roman Fort, tentatively identified as Galava. Learn about its history and enjoy the ruins. The fort overlooks Lake Windermere and offers a glimpse into ancient times.
5. Go Ape Whinlatter:
- Head to Go Ape Whinlatter for high ropes and Forest Segways. Enjoy views across Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater. Located in Whinlatter Forest, it's an adventure-filled day in the great outdoors.
Remember, Cumbria's natural beauty, historic sites, and outdoor adventures promise an unforgettable day out!
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1. Conquer the Old Man of Coniston:
- Situated in the heart of the Lake District, the Old Man of Coniston is the highest point in traditional Cumbria. Choose from different walking routes, which can take up to 3 hours. The direct route starts from Coniston and offers amazing views of Lake Coniston once you reach the top. Be prepared for strenuous hiking, but the vistas are worth it! Best attempted in good weather due to strong winds and rain risks.
2. Explore Eden Valley and North Pennines:
- Eden Valley, flowing through Kirkby Stephen and Appleby, offers stunning beauty between the North Pennines and the Lake District. Enjoy riverside walks, sandstone cliffs, and picturesque landscapes. It's a professional walker's dream.
3. Visit South Lakes Zoo:
- Located in Barrow-in-Furness, South Lakes Zoo is a family-friendly day out. Get up close to endangered and rare animals, hand-feed giraffes, kangaroos, penguins, and lemurs. A smaller zoo, but cute and fun for all ages.
4. Discover Ambleside Roman Fort:
- Explore the Ambleside Roman Fort, tentatively identified as Galava. Learn about its history and enjoy the ruins. The fort overlooks Lake Windermere and offers a glimpse into ancient times.
5. Go Ape Whinlatter:
- Head to Go Ape Whinlatter for high ropes and Forest Segways. Enjoy views across Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater. Located in Whinlatter Forest, it's an adventure-filled day in the great outdoors.
Remember, Cumbria's natural beauty, historic sites, and outdoor adventures promise an unforgettable day out!