If you love exploring stunning gardens, history and seasonal events, a 2026 membership at Holker Hall & Gardens is worth considering. Located near Grange-over-Sands, this award-winning estate in the South Lakeland countryside offers something special for regular visitors and locals ali...
With the Tour de France set to return to the UK and pass through Cumbria, cycling is firmly in the spotlight. In 2027, the world’s biggest race will roll out from Keswick before heading through some of the Lake District’s most famous scenery. It is the perfect excuse to explore the region ...
A trip to the cinema in Barrow-in-Furness just levelled up in a big way. Vue Barrow has officially relaunched following a major refurbishment, and it is now home to Vue Your Way, a brand-new self-serve cinema concept and the first of its kind anywhere in the North West. For locals in Barro...
Now Christmas is over and those tinsel-covered trees are coming down, there’s a brilliant eco-friendly way to put your unwanted tree to good use. Lakeland Maze Farm Park near Kendal is inviting local households to drop off their real Christmas trees for the farm animals to enjoy. The worki...
Cumbria’s Calder Abbey, one of the county’s most atmospheric historic ruins, has featured in the first teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie, bringing global attention to one of the region’s hidden heritage gems. Fans of the gritty British drama were treated to a f...
If you live in Cumbria or you are planning to spend more time in the Lakes in 2026, you are in for a treat. From massive festivals to big sporting weekends and exciting arts news, there is plenty to spark your excitement. Here are five things we cannot wait for in the Lake District next...
Halloween in Cumbria is shaping up to be a real treat this year, with family-friendly frights, pumpkin patches and spooky trails appearing across the county. Whether your little ones love dressing up, carving pumpkins or braving a haunted maze, there is something for everyone, from gentle ...
Sometimes the best breaks are the ones where you can truly switch off. Hidden River Cabins, tucked into the peaceful Cumbrian countryside, is one of those places. Just a short drive from Carlisle, it feels like another world. Whether you want time away with loved ones, a memorable wedding ...
The last weekend of August always feels bittersweet. The long days of summer are drawing to a close, new school shoes are waiting in boxes, and routines are about to return. But there is still one final chance to enjoy family adventures before September begins. Luckily, Cumbria and Lancast...
Get ready to kick off your Christmas season with something truly unforgettable. On Friday 12 December 2025, Craig Charles, the king of funk and soul, is bringing his legendary Funk & Soul House Party to The Coro in Ulverston. It promises to be the festive celebration of the year. Not y...