Alex Saint

Lowes Court Gallery in Egremont aims to showcase the quality of traditional and contemporary Cumbrian craft, led by a membership of artists.

A snazzy wine and food joint, with a lovely terraced beer garden.

The Beacon in Whitehaven provides a well-used museum service for local families and visitors, drawing on rich collections – fine and decorative arts, social history, archaeology and natural sciences.

Award-winning self-catering holiday accommodation that is not only beautiful but also supports the pioneering work of Grizedale Arts.

Dove Cottage is where William Wordsworth lived and wrote, and where the Wordsworth Trust continues that work today with poets in residence and public programmes.

Once home to William Wordsworth, this historic villa now combines a small, informal art gallery with a giant indoor mural space.

An artisan bakery

An intimate theatre in Bowness with a varied seasonal programme

What’s not to like at this craft brewery meets music venue?

Eat where the locals go in this hidden-away treat.

A family owned pub-restaurant near Sizergh

Where a roman road and medieval house meets seriously fine-dining and modern apprentices.