The Strickland Arms
Alex SaintGorgeous pub-restaurant under the shadow of Sizergh Castle. Cosy up in the historic interiors, or when its warm, enjoy a drink with views on the lovely terrace.
Gorgeous pub-restaurant under the shadow of Sizergh Castle. Cosy up in the historic interiors, or when its warm, enjoy a drink with views on the lovely terrace.
Join a team of expert guides to walk across the iconic but often dangerous sand flats at Morecambe Bay.
from £10.00Join Lake District White Water Rafting for an unforgettable aquatic experience in both the North and South Lakes.
from £59.00OPEN 2024 at Grundy Art Gallery showcases the talent and creativity of the Blackpool and the Fylde coast area.
free entryTaking place in Blackburn each year, The National Festival of Making is a unique celebration of UK making, from the kitchen table to the factory floor.
free entryTake a nostalgic journey into the past with Emma Conally-Barklem’s exhibition ‘The Ridings: Bradford Working-Class Family Life, Loss & Landscape: 1970s-1990s’ at South Square Gallery in Bradford.
free entryEnjoy a roarsome family event with a dino-mite species!
from £20.00Legendary American rock band Pixies are bringing their unmistakable and era-defining sound to The Piece Hall.
from £47.50Sizergh Castle is a flagship National Trust property at the gateway to the Lakes, showing off the very best of Kendal.
A fabulous foodie shop cum day out on the farm
A beautiful Elizabethan manor house, featuring the oldest surviving example of a topiary garden – a joy to wander in.
The Westmorland County Show is a traditional county fair dating back to 1799, where tourists and shoppers mix with agricultural professionals and chefs.
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.
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.
The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Cumbria explores the region’s history through the unique customs and traditions of its past inhabitants.
The Brewery Arts Centre is the hub of daily cultural life in Kendal, with theatre, cinema, gallery, cafe and bar.
Scout Scar is a 771ft tall hill with an awe-inspiring cliff-edge and views over Kendal and beyond – ideal for walkers with stronger stamina.
Spanish inspired restaurant serves up Iberian classic dishes such as Spanish Omelette and Chorizo, plus many intriguing wines.
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.
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.
We've got lots of live literature to check out and plenty of other opportunities for writers and readers alike as the clocks go back...
From creative activities, poo-themed science and family theatre, check out our latest picks of fun things to do with the family.
Music and movies collide this month as we look at the best cinema events happening near you.
Affecting contemporary performances and fresh, relevant takes on enduring classics, we pick out shows that help us scrutinise the world we live in.
Bio Art, miniature wooden sculpture and multimedia installations - the start of spring brings all of these and more across new exhibitions in the North.
Take some inspiration from our Tours and Activities guide and throw yourself into a new adventure.
It's spring, the sun is shining (for now), and we're all about the best places to eat and drink in Manchester and the North.
Fresh concert seasons, forward-thinking festivals and a revolving door of amazing gigs. Things are looking bright as spring comes into view.
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North to visit in 2024.