Now is not the time to make a pilgrimage to see the musical stones of Skiddaw, one of the museum’s star objects, as this self styled ‘Victorian Cabinet of curiosities’ is currently closed for a major redevelopment, funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. We will let you know when you can.
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
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
An incredible wonderland of outdoor arts, masquerade and pint carrying competitions in Penrith.
free entry
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
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
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
Kendal Mountain Festival explore the most captivating stories from those inspired by the mountains, wilderness and culture.
Afro-futurist collective Onipa perfrom ‘Off The Grid’, an album which journeys through the origins and evolution of African inspired music.
from £16.50
Nestled in Keswick’s beautiful rolling landscapes, Northern Lights Gallery exhibits art captivating enough to match the local surroundings.
Interactive optical illusion, for each visitor to immerse themselves in. This specialty museum in Keswick will baffle, surprise and amuse.
Today it is a stunning purpose-built theatre and studio on the very shores of Derwentwater offering a good and varied programme of theatre.
Luxury B&B in Braithwaite, Cumbria with king size beds and stunning views over Lakeland fells.
Dramatic landscapes and beautiful wilderness surround this Michelin awarded restaurant and hotel.
The last working slate mine in England is also home to a host of breathtaking adventure activities in the Lake District.
An historic and atmospheric country house complete with roaring fires and wood panelling and set in its own grounds.
Black Moss Pot in the Langstrath Valley is a wild swimming hotspot, where brave souls can safely leap into the water.
A plaque on the wall confirms that this was once the school room of poet William Wordsworth and mutineer Fletcher Christian. Today the baronial hall of the Saints Rooms features regular band nights alongside private functions.
A theatre-cum cinema in Cockermouth offering a wide programme of touring theatre, music, independent film and events to townsfolk and visitors.
A snazzy wine and food joint, with a lovely terraced beer garden.
We’re crowning October the month of painting prizes! From Birkenhead to Huddersfield, biennials are showcasing the best of contemporary painting.
With literature festival season starting its engines, we select our top picks, alongside some standout launches and readings.
From post punk legends to the leading lights of modern shoegaze, read about the most exciting artists playing in Manchester and the North this autumn.
A true crime rock musical, contemporary dance and punchy new writing feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
The best new venues and revamped food and drink menus in Manchester and the North as we head into autumn.
Get inspired to make the most of autumn with day trips, pumpkin carving and ghosts in this month's Tours and Activities guide.
Halloween's on the horizon, but there are some big film festivals to dive into first.
School's back and we're heading towards autumn! Here are some of the best family friendly events and activities to keep the kids busy.
