Castle Bar
Alex Saint
In the heart of the old market, this beautiful 16th century building and old coaching inn is now home to a snazzy wine and food joint, with a lovely terraced beer garden.
What's on near Castle Bar
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A Little Princess at Theatre by the Lake
Following the success of The Secret Garden in 2017, the team present another Frances Hodgson Burnett classic. Suitable for children aged 6+ and the perfect Christmas outing.
from £12.00
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Wolf! at Theatre by the Lake
Find out what happens when the boy cries ‘WOLF’ in this magical winter production.
from £10.00
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To The Lakes! at Wordsworth Grasmere
Find out how the first tourists to the Lake District (a time before mobile phones, specialist clothing and TripAdvisor reviews) experienced the area, in this fascinating new exhibition.
from £6.00
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Beatrix Potter: Passions in Paint at the Armitt Museum
Offering a brilliant blend of history, art and literature, this expanded exhibition at The Armitt, offers a revealing insight into the artist’s life and work.
from £4.00
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White Water Rafting in the Lake District
Join Lake District White Water Rafting for an unforgettable aquatic experience in both the North and South Lakes.
from £59.00
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Women in Forestry, The Lumberjills’ Story at Grizedale Arts
This art exhibit pays tribute to the often forgotten Women’s Timber Corps (1942), who took up axes and saws to help with the war effort.
free entry
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Christmas Tea Party at The World of Beatrix Potter
Jingle all the way to the Father Christmas Tea Party at a magical winter wonderland.
from £7.50
Onipa at Brewery Arts
The explosive Afro-futurist collective Onipa bring their high-octane live show to Brewery Arts in Kendal this December.
from £16.50Where to go near Castle Bar
Cumbria
Six Castlegate, Cockermouth
A luxury B&B in the Georgian heart of Cockermouth
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Cockermouth Castle
Privately-owned Cockermouth Castle dates back to Norman times and is occasionally open to the public.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Quince & Medlar
At the far end of Cockermouth, on Castlegate, is the Quince & Medlar, a rare (for Cumbria) vegetarian restaurant, and one with a national reputation, having twice won the Vegetarian Society’s “restaurant of the year” award.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Percy House Gallery
Percy House Gallery in Cumbria is a contemporary art gallery which majors in painting, photography, and craft from local Cumbrian artists and makers.
Cumbria
Castlegate House Gallery
Castlegate House Gallery in Cockermouth offers a changing programme of temporary exhibitions.
Cumbria
The Kirkgate, Cockermouth
A theatre-cum cinema in Cockermouth offering a wide programme of touring theatre, music, independent film and events to townsfolk and visitors.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Jennings Brewery Visitor Centre
The Jennings Brewery offers a great tour that finishes up in the Old Cooperage bar, a tea room and shop for those wanting to carry off a firkin or two of real ale.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Saints Rooms
A plaque on the wall confirms that this was once the school room of poet William Wordsworth and mutineer Fletcher Christian.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
The Trout Hotel
Independent hotel in an idyllic setting.
Cockermouth and West Cumbria
Winder Hall
An historic and atmospheric country house complete with roaring fires and wood panelling and set in its own grounds.
Cumbria
The Restaurant
at The Cottage in the Wood
at The Cottage in the Wood
Dramatic landscapes and beautiful wilderness surround this Michelin awarded restaurant and hotel.
Carlisle and Keswick
Bisoi B&B Suites, Braithwaite
Luxury B&B in Braithwaite, Cumbria with king size beds and stunning views over Lakeland fells.
Cumbria District Guides
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