Cross Lane Projects
Creative Tourist
Founded by artists Rebecca Scott and Mark Woods, Cross Lane Projects brings new contemporary art to Cumbria and is situated in a former Kendal Mint Cake factory in central Kendal.
What's on at Cross Lane Projects
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The Dreams of Exiled Souls at Cross Lane Projects
Artists respond to the increasingly broken social, cultural and political systems in Cross Lane Project’s ‘The Dreams of Exiled Souls’.
free entryWhat's on near Cross Lane Projects
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The Dreams of Exiled Souls at Cross Lane Projects
Artists respond to the increasingly broken social, cultural and political systems in Cross Lane Project’s ‘The Dreams of Exiled Souls’.
free entry
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Julie Brook: What is it That Will Last? at Abbot Hall
Signalling a new direction for Abbot Hall, this major solo exhibition will include thirty years of work by renowned landscape artist Julie Brook.
£9.00
Penguin Café at Brewery Arts
Avant-pop Arthur Jeffes and his Penguin Café ensemble are visiting Brewery Arts to perform their much anticipated new album Rain Before Seven.
from £32.50
Onipa at Brewery Arts
Afro-futurist collective Onipa perfrom ‘Off The Grid’, an album which journeys through the origins and evolution of African inspired music.
from £16.50
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Kendal Mountain Festival 2023
Kendal Mountain Festival explore the most captivating stories from those inspired by the mountains, wilderness and culture.
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Kendal Mountain Book Festival 2023
Exploring our natural world through words, music and poetry, Kendal Mountain Book Festival should be a top pick for lovers of nature writing and avid explorers everywhere.
from £6.50
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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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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
Where to go near Cross Lane Projects
Cumbria
Abbot Hall Art Gallery
Built in 1759 as a private home, today the Gade I listed Abbot Hall Art Gallery is one of the best centres for visual art in Cumbria.
Cumbria
Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry
The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Cumbria explores the region’s history through the unique customs and traditions of its past inhabitants.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Brewery Arts Centre
The Brewery Arts Centre is the hub of daily cultural life in Kendal, with theatre, cinema, gallery, cafe and bar.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Comida
Spanish inspired restaurant serves up Iberian classic dishes such as Spanish Omelette and Chorizo, plus many intriguing wines.
Kendal and Sedbergh
The Shakespeare Inn
In this refurbished traditional pub with strikingly pure and simple aesthetics, you’ll find cosy rooms and a welcoming bar and restaurant serving down-home cuisine. Located in the centre of Kendal near all major attractions.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Fell Bar Brewery
Fell Bar is an outlet for the Fell Brewery and a great independent venue in itself, with a broad range of connoisseur-level craft beers.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Baba Ganoush Food Shop and Canteen
Eat where the locals go in this hidden-away treat.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Kendal Castle
A 12th century ruined castle built atop a formidable drumlin, offering stunning views and photo opportunities.
Kendal and Sedbergh
About Time Espresso Bar
Quirky little coffee shop nestled on one of Kendal’s oldest streets, the cobbled New Shambles. Famous for charming décor and extra-friendly staff.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Armstrong Ward Lifestore
An independent lifestyle store, with carefully curated homeware, furniture, toys and gifts, whose designs are all sourced from independent artists.
Kendal and Sedbergh
The Joshua Tree
The Joshua Tree is a family-run, homely bistro and restaurant housed in a sixteenth century building, specialising in coffee and exquisite fish and meat dishes.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Quaker Tapestry Museum
The Friends Meeting House in Kendal is the permanent home of the Quaker Tapestry, a monumental piece of popular textile art 15 years in the making.
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