What's On Windermere

Learning to be Happy - Introduction to Buddhism Many people these days are interested in learning more about Buddha’s teachings. Buddhism has answers to questions and solutions to problems that cannot be found elsewhere.

A rare opportunity to see the 1928 Harold Lloyd comedy smash "Speedy" on the big screen. The film features Harold as the driver of a horse drawn tram, fiercely trying to drive off the competition that would see him out of a job. Lots of fast chases and wild stunts to enjoy.

3 acres of wildlife garden run on organic lines with a combination of native and cultivated plants, shrubs and trees. Water features created from a diverted culvert giving streams, waterfall and pond. Woodland area, bog garden, wild flower meadows. The new deer fence works a treat. Stout footwear needed.

Paradise. I was bowled over by the ecologically intelligent approach you and Diane take and the exquisitely planted back garden or hill with rare species and subspecies so elegantly placed where they will flourish. It was truly superb. The garden left a lasting impression on all.

Want to find out how you can ’burn a candle at both ends’ and how the crafty chambermaid outwitted the rich merchant' Then join one of our tours, every open day at 11am and 12 noon. Places limited. Booking Not Needed.

Townend in 1700 was a lively and prosperous house for Ben Browne, his family and servants. come find out more about everyday life in the early 1700s, based on original source documents from the family archive. Townend in 1700 was a lively and prosperous house for Ben Browne, his family and servants.

The Brownes’ family recipe book is full of great recipes, from meaty mince pies and macaroons to medicines dating back to the 17th century. We’ll be cooking all afternoon where we’ll recreate some of the recipes. Booking Not Needed.

Want to find out how you can ’burn a candle at both ends’ and how the crafty chambermaid outwitted the rich merchant' Then join one of our tours, every open day at 11am and 12 noon. Places limited. Booking Not Needed.

Townend in 1700 was a lively and prosperous house for Ben Browne, his family and servants. come find out more about everyday life in the early 1700s, based on original source documents from the family archive. Townend in 1700 was a lively and prosperous house for Ben Browne, his family and servants.

The Brownes’ family recipe book is full of great recipes, from meaty mince pies and macaroons to medicines dating back to the 17th century. We’ll be cooking all afternoon where we’ll recreate some of the recipes. Booking Not Needed.

Experience Hill Top out of hours and get up close to items from Beatrix Potter’s collection. Step into Beatrix’s beloved farmhouse and view its contents away from the crowds every closed Friday from 10 February. Booking Advisable. Phone: 015394 36269. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Experience Hill Top out of hours and get up close to items from Beatrix Potter’s collection. Step into Beatrix’s beloved farmhouse and view its contents away from the crowds every closed Friday from 10 February. Booking Advisable. Phone: 015394 36269. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Featuring Beatrix Potter’s original artwork, handwritten letters and personal items, this new exhibition uncovers a lesser-known side to the well-loved children’s author. Enjoy a rare chance to see Beatrix’s sketches and illustrations up close in this new exhibition for 2018.

Every Friday there’s the chance to chat to our Conservation team, learn about how we manage our collection and see some objects that belonged to Beatrix Potter which are not usually on display to the public. Booking Not Needed.

Featuring Beatrix Potter’s original artwork, handwritten letters and personal items, this new exhibition uncovers a lesser-known side to the well-loved children’s author. Enjoy a rare chance to see Beatrix’s sketches and illustrations up close in this new exhibition for 2018.

Every Friday there’s the chance to chat to our Conservation team, learn about how we manage our collection and see some objects that belonged to Beatrix Potter which are not usually on display to the public. Booking Not Needed.

This 2 acre woodland garden in the tranquil Winster Valley has extensive views to the Pennines. The four season garden, restored since 2003, incl expanses of rock planted sympathetically with grasses, unusual trees and shrubs, climaxing for autumn colour. There are native hedges and areas of plant rich meadows.

This 2 acre woodland garden in the tranquil Winster Valley has extensive views to the Pennines. The four season garden, restored since 2003, incl expanses of rock planted sympathetically with grasses, unusual trees and shrubs, climaxing for autumn colour. There are native hedges and areas of plant rich meadows.

Forty acres of Park, Woodland and Gardens to explore. The Formal Thomas Mawson Garden has fine examples of herbaceous planting, seasonal displays and magnificent views of the Lakeland Fells.

Billie Buzzard is soaring overhead, floating on the breeze and watching all the comings and goings of the Allan Bank woodland garden. She sees all of the wild creatures who call Allan Bank home, can you find all the creatures that Billie Buzzard can see' Booking Not Needed.

Join Reeders Dance for a great night of Rock n Roll dancing Dance class at 7.30pm to get you started followed by non - stop dancing until 11pm Dance to your favourite sounds of the 1950/1960 `s Contact us if you require more information: Email:bill@reedersdance.co.uk Tel:0780 3690549

The Cumbrian Challenge (presented by our good friends at BAE Systems and FDM Group) is Walking With The Wounded’s annual flagship fundraising event for motivated teams of 4 . Meet, walk with and be inspired by our wounded ex-servicemen and women.

St Thomas’s Church, Stricklandgate, Kendal LA9 4QG An Evening with Mozart Kendal South Choir and Orchestra present music by Mozart, including his Coronation Mass and Solemn Vespers, both for choir, together with Organ Fantasie in F minor and Epistle Sonata for Organ and Orchestra.

A talk by Rhoda Martin of the Churches Fellowship for Psychical Studies (CFPSS)

Come along and have a go at the sports you’ve always wanted to try. Enjoy free tasters of sailing, rowing and more! Some activities will be bookable. Booking Advisable. Children welcome. Dogs on leads welcome.

Collectable vinyl,dvds cds etc buy sell

Join us on a guided tour of the beautiful and diverse Sizergh estate. Enjoy a two hour, 1.5 mile, guided walk through the delightful grounds of Sizergh and the surrounding countryside. There are two walks to choose from. The Sizergh Fell walk, at 11am, reveals stunning views and hidden archeology.

Join us on a guided tour of the beautiful and diverse Sizergh estate. Enjoy a two hour, 1.5 mile, guided walk through the delightful grounds of Sizergh and the surrounding countryside. There are two walks to choose from. The Sizergh Fell walk, at 11am, reveals stunning views and hidden archeology.

Explore Helsington Barrows on this delightful walk and picnic. Explore the limestone grasslands of Helsington Barrows with botanical surprises and breath-taking views towards the Lakeland fells. The return to Sizergh will be via the park and wetland. Booking Advisable. Suitable for... Dogs on leads welcome.

¾ acre sloping garden in old orchard. Plantsperson’s paradise. Winding paths, diverse habitats, secret vistas. All yr interest and colour. Collections of ferns (100+ varieties), hellebores (70+), grasses, cottage plants, geraniums, Acers (36) Hostas. Auricula theatres, ’imaginary’ stream, bog garden.

Saturday 28 April to Monday 7 May 2018. Over 30 walks over ten days. Walks for all the family including themes of nature, local history, map reading and many more covering all abilities. Where can you get better value for money at £3 per person per walk and children go free!

Ulverston AOS When it Rains (A Musical Comedy) A Musical Comedy revolving around the lived of Tim, a nice guy who has no luck with the opposite sex and Rachel who always picks the wrong man.

Dallam Tower is set in 150 acres of parkland with a large herd of Fallow deer. The gardens have extensive sunken lawns, a natural stream feeding into a limestone rock garden, a gravel woodland path with mature trees and a Yew tree walk.

Join Kerry for Crafternoons, a FREE drop-in workshop and social group held in the barn at Heron Corn Mill. The group is for older people to meet up and try new crafts, such as felting, patchwork and crochet, exchange ideas or just enjoy a good natter and a cup of tea!

This National Mills weekend we celebrate our milling heritage with Iron Shepherds Living History, as they present an outdoor fun day to demonstrate how the Victorians entertained themselves!

More new features added to this 1½ acre gently terraced garden. 3 types of rockery, well-stocked herbaceous borders leading to a tranquil woodland garden. Raised vegetable beds and orchard with mistletoe. Secluded and secret areas throughout. Courtyard garden with water feature and beech tunnel exit.

Holker Hall in the southern Lakes is renowned for its beautiful gardens. We hold the plant fair in the car park beside the cafe and visitor centre and offer FREE entry to all.

Swing Band Evening with music and solos from the 1920s up to today. Brilliant evening and not to be missed. Plenty of free parking and disabled access and toilets

Ulverston AOS When it Rains (A Musical Comedy) A Musical Comedy revolving around the lived of Tim, a nice guy who has no luck with the opposite sex and Rachel who always picks the wrong man.

Ulverston AOS When it Rains (A Musical Comedy) A Musical Comedy revolving around the lived of Tim, a nice guy who has no luck with the opposite sex and Rachel who always picks the wrong man.

Everyone is welcome to join these free 15 minute guided meditations. Give your mind a treat! Experience some inner calm.

Conishead Priory was founded by Augustinian monks in 1160. 70 acres of gardens and woodland surround the Temple and Romantic Gothic mansion. Temple garden an oasis of peace, arboretum, wildlife and cottage gardens. Map of woodland walks to beach on Morecambe Bay. Free simple 15 min Guided Meditations at 12.

National Gardens Scheme - gardening and giving. NGS raise money for nursing and health charities, e.g. Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie Cancer Care, Hospice UK, Carers Trust etc. Raised over £22 million in the last 10 years. Our 16th year of opening for the National Gardens Scheme.

Includes - ’A Brief History of Swarthmoor Meeting’ - Prof. Hilary Hinds - ’Margaret Fell & other early Quaker women’ - Oliver Pickering -’The Grindletonians and early Quakerism: Josiah Collier and his grandson Jeremiah Grimshaw’.

Embroiderer and Royal School of Needlework tutor Sara Dennis launches her first collection to be showcased in the north of England on Wednesday 11th April 2018 at Farfield Mill in Sedbergh.

Dawn has always loved sewing and when she inherited a sewing basket containing vintage sewing items she thought they would make an interesting subject to paint, so she began a series of sewing themed paintings. After visiting an exhibition by the Levens Quilters, she was inspired by the quality of work and artistry.

Set in period Seville, with outrageous 18th century costumes that compliment the fizz and flare of Rossini’s musical genius, this production is perfect both for the established operagoer, and those seeking to engage with opera for the first time.

Accompanying the 2018 exhibition, ’The Women of Wray Castle: Convention and Control’. A 10 minute talk introducing the two prominent female figures of Wray: Margaret Dawson and Beatrix Potter.