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Historic South Lakes House Pays Homage to Craftsmanship

A historic house and gardens, home to the oldest example of patchwork in England, is celebrating crafts-based skills in the run-up to Christmas 2025, to help keep the tradition of arts and crafts alive.

Levens Hall and Gardens is the proud owner of patchwork bed hangings and a quilt, which both date from around 1708. This patchwork was inspired by Dorothy Grahme, wife of owner Colonel James Grahme and a former Maid of Honour to Queen Catherine of Braganza, wife of Charles II.

The King’s Arms, Hawkshead reopening

The King’s Arms, a much-loved historic coaching inn at the heart of Hawkshead, will be reopening its doors on the 29thAugust. Following an extensive and thoughtful renovation, The King’s Arms […]

The Windermere Hotel sold to BH Group

On behalf of Coast & Country Hotels, specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of The Windermere Hotel in Cumbria. As the first hotel to be built in […]

Where to discover your wellness path: The Ro Hotel & Spa, Windermere

There’s something about the Lake District that slows your heartbeat the moment you escape into the jewel in the heart of Cumbria, says Karen Morley-Chesworth. The air feels clearer, the […]

Lakes property finder secures prestigious professional listing/ranking

The rise of high-end Lake District property finder Gemma Dawe continues with a new listing in one of the most sought-after professional rankings in the world. Her business Lake District […]

The Windermere Hotel sold to BH Group

On behalf of Coast & Country Hotels, specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of The Windermere Hotel in Cumbria. As the first hotel to be built in […]

Riverside Retreat on the market with H&H Land & Estates

A rare opportunity to purchase a family home in the south Cumbrian village of Old Hutton, with riverside gardens, for sale through H&H Land & Estates Pennybrig is a spacious, family home […]

Futurologist predicts a bright future for Cumbria

Rural counties like Cumbria have a bright future, according to a report released today by one of the UK’s leading Altnet brands, Fibrus. ‘The Future of Rural Communities’ report challenges […]

Newly qualified solicitor Sam Fawcett who has joined Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors’ agriculture team

Home-grown talent joins legal firm’s top-ranked agriculture team

A Cumbrian legal firm has welcomed one of its newly qualified solicitors to its nationally recognised agriculture team. Sam Fawcett began his legal career with Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors two years […]

Online connectivity supporting the agricultural sector this summer

With many agricultural businesses across Cumbria already benefiting from improved digital infrastructure and as access to faster, more reliable services continues to expand, the Connecting Cumbria team is encouraging everyone […]

Story Decorating Group are first to take up new green technology

North-West based Story Decorating Group are the first Painting and Decorating Contractor in the UK to adopt an innovative tool-washing and recycling solution. The construction industry is making a big […]

Digital delight for Cumbrian towns as Full Fibre arrives

Nearly 7,000 more properties across Cumbria will have access to lightning-fast Full Fibre broadband supplied by Fibrus. Dalston, Keswick, Seaton and Arnside will soon experience the benefits of Full Fibre, […]

EcoCocon and Ecological Building Systems announce exclusive partnership to expand straw panel construction in the UK & Ireland

In a significant move for sustainable construction, Ecological Building Systems, a Carlisle-based distributor of sustainable building materials, has entered into an agreement to supply EcoCocon straw wall panels. The partnership […]

The Cumberland donates £18,000 to Hospice at Home West Cumbria

Hospice at Home West Cumbria has received more than £18,000 as part of The Cumberland’s latest round of donations to local charities and causes which amount to £100,000. From supporting […]

Fundraising for wheelchairs in remote communities around the world in Keswick

A global wheelchair and mobility equipment manufacturer and its Cumbrian-based partners held a fundraising walk in Keswick this week for the firm’s Move For Mobility campaign. World-leading wheelchair manufacturer Invacare […]

Eden Valley was my lifeline when we couldn’t cope at home, says Tony Hopper’s widow Sue

When former Carlisle United player Tony Hopper developed motor neurone disease, there was huge public support for his battle against the disease. But what people probably don’t know is the […]

Stagecoach offers free travel to veterans this Remembrance Day

All serving military, veterans and cadets will qualify for free national travel on Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day in support of Stagecoach’s employee Veterans Network Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus […]

Planning Officer’s Report Under Fire – Appeal Threat Over Dismissal of Road Safety Evidence

A planning officer’s recommendation to refuse the proposed Ullock Moss car park has been strongly criticised for disregarding clear, professional evidence of serious highway hazards on the Portinscale to Cat […]

Bus takes Poppy Appeal message to the streets

Most poppies are worn in a lapel, but Stagecoach shows off its iconic red flowers by plastering them up the side of its special double decker. The bus is being […]

Catch the bus to the bonfire

There are some spectacular bonfires and firework displays across Cumbria around November 5, the anniversary of Guy Fawkes’s attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament. An organised display is […]

Stagecoach boosts Lake District buses this winter

Stagecoach, the UK’s leading bus operator, is improving its Lake District services yet again. The winter timetable, which comes into force on November 3, sees extra journeys added to last […]

Age UK South Cumbria Seniors Raise a Glass to Lake District Grand Day Out

Stagecoach Cumbria and North Lancashire partnered with Age UK South Cumbria [on Friday 12 September] to provide an unforgettable Grand Day Out to the heart of the Lake District, taking 33 older […]

Theatre Review – Pride and Prejudice Theatre by the Lake

You don’t have to be a member of the Jane Austin Appreciation Society to enjoy the new production of Pride and Prejudice at Theatre by the Lake, writes Karen Morley-Chesworth. This […]

Theatre Review – Noises Off, Theatre by the Lake, Keswick

The summer season is underway in the Lake District, and Theatre by the Lake is attracting many tourists to see a farce about a farce that wouldn’t have looked out […]

Theatre Review – Swallows and Armenians

The truth behind a British children’s classic is revealed with the premiere of Swallows and Armenians at the Chelsea Theatre and it heading north to Leeds this Friday (June 27) […]

Festive Carlisle pop-up shop to raise money for Children’s Cancer North

A special festive pop-up shop in Carlisle this November will raise funds for a cancer charity inspired by a little girl who has recently overcome leukaemia. Mandy Norwood will host […]

Capturing the Heart of Kendal: Wainwright’s Yard Staff and Owners in the Spotlight

A new series of photos is shining a light on the people who make Wainwright’s Yard in Kendal a welcoming place to shop, eat, and connect. A professional photographer has […]

Furness Farmshop opens its doors

The doors officially opened yesterday on the brand-new Roast Mutton Farm Shop at Killerwick Grange, Dalton-in-Furness, marking a significant expansion for the award-winning Cumbrian brand. More than 150 guests attended the launch […]

Lovingly Artisan Wins Inaugural Artisan Founder Food & Drink Award

Cumbria & Manchester’s Lovingly Artisan Bakery has been crowned Artisan Food & Drink Business of the Year in the inaugural Artisan Founder Awards, hosted by the online publication and podcast […]

Carlisle snacking company hails progress against sustainability ambitions

The company behind the Carr’s bakery in Carlilse has unveiled its 2024 report card on sustainability with progress to cut carbon, source responsibly and tackle packaging. pladis, which owns the […]