The sound of cool jazz will make a triumphant return to warm South Lakeland evenings next month, with the first Summer Evening Buffet Cruise of the year by Windermere Lake […]
Category: Leisure
Art weekends for Lakes visitors
Budding artists are learning to paint in watercolour this weekend in the heart of the Lake District. And the tuition package has proved so popular that the organisers plan to […]
Campaign calls for historic baths to be included in Carlisle Investment Plan
The Friends of Carlisle Victorian and Turkish Baths have written to Carlisle MP John Stevenson and City Council Leader John Mallinson, calling on them to include Carlisle’s James Street Baths […]
Emperor Hadrian visits Carlisle’s Victorian & Turkish baths
To mark Carlisle’s status as home to the largest fort on the Roman Wall, Emperor Hadrian himself arrived in town on Tuesday (3 May) to inspect the cavalry regiment stationed […]
Learn to paint in the heart of romantic Lakeland
Visiting the Lake District has inspired artists for centuries. But now those who want to learn how to paint can sign up for a dream weekend in the heart of […]
The appeal of historic La’al Ratty railway reaches overseas visitors
It’s full steam ahead for one of the UK’s oldest railways as it prepares to welcome more global visitors than ever before once international travel fully reopens. Built in 1859, […]
Vets launch Cumbria dog walking guide
A new free guide to some of the best dog walks in Cumbria and the Lakes has been published by Paragon Veterinary Group. The booklet, which can also be downloaded […]
Council fails to rule out closure of Carlisle’s Victorian Turkish Baths
The closure of the Northwest’s last remaining Victorian Turkish Baths took a step closer, as Carlisle City Council failed to rule out closing the City’s Grade II listed baths. At […]
The classic car lover who created a museum for his incredible collection
Don Sidebottom (pictured) admits he’s something of an addict when it comes to collecting classic cars and historic automobilia. Anyone who visits the famous Lakeland Motor Museum in Cumbria will […]
Campaign to save Carlisle’s Victorian & Turkish Baths buoyant after first 12 months
The campaign to stop the closure of Carlisle’s Victorian and Turkish Baths turns one on 21 April and shows no sign of slowing down. Starting as a Facebook page in April […]
Insurance brokers backs Yorkshire Dales charity offering access for all
A new chairty which aims to improve accessibility to the Yorkshire Dales is being backed by an independent insurance brokers. Access the Dales was launched on Saturday, April 2 at […]
Council sets out cultural investment to benefit community wellbeing and local economy
To support community wellbeing and stimulate the local economy, Eden District Council is proposing an additional investment package in local arts and culture. It is hoped that the investment – […]
New venue at Penrith Conservative Club
There’s a new intimate venue for gatherings in Penrith – thanks to development work in the iconic building that is home to Penrith Conservative Club (PCC). There’s a new dining/party […]
Treetop Nets to host sustainable Easter treetop hunt – Happy Tree-ster!
Families are invited to hop over to Treetop Nets in the Lake District during April school holidays for a cracking Easter hunt with a difference. The Lake District’s high ropes […]
Hutton John Estate to launch Highgate Cabins
Hutton John Estate in the northern Lakes will be adding to its luxurious selection of accommodation with the launch of Highgate Cabins this Spring. Nearby to Ullswater, Highgate Cabins will […]
Ullswater ‘Steamers’ finalist for ‘People’s Choice’ in North West Family Business Awards
It has just been announced that the iconic Ullswater ‘Steamers’ is a finalist in the ‘People’s Choice’ category in the North West Family Business Awards 2022. The family-owned heritage attraction […]
Friends of Theatre by the Lake stand down after raise almost £1 million
Hard working Friends of Theatre by the Lake organisation hand over final cheque for £11,500 to Theatre staff after 22 years of fundraising. Staff from Theatre by the Lake this […]
Top honour for Cumbria holiday park’s superstar Mark of Park Foot, Ullswater
A Penrith man’s 30 years of loyal service at Park Foot Caravan and Camping Park on Ullswater have been put in the spotlight this month. Mark Foudy has been presented […]